Uzbekistan: Expansion and Modernization of Public Education Infrastructure, Phase I

AIIB Request of Expression of Interest: Uzbekistan: Expansion and Modernization of Public Education Infrastructure, Phase I. Member: Uzbekistan. Sector: Education Infrastructure. Published: June 23, 2025.

*OFFICIAL USE ONLY REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Date: June 23, 2025. Country: Republic of Uzbekistan Grant No.: S0881A Project: Expansion and Modernization of Public-School Infrastructure Assignment Title: Consulting Services for supporting the development and early implementation of the Expansion and Modernization of Public School Infrastructure Project with the participation of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank Package No.: EMPSI/QCBS/01 The Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan intends to undertake the Expansion and Modernization of Public-School Infrastructure Project (the “Project”) and has requested support from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) for this purpose. The Ministry of Preschool and School Education (“MoPSE”) is responsible for the management and implementation of the Project. The Government intends to apply part of the grant proceeds from the AIIB Project Preparation Special Fund (“PPSF”) for consulting services to support project development and early implementation. The assignment aims to support the development, expert review, and approval of the Project Appraisal Document (“PAD”), detailed design, and supporting technical documents for Phase I of the Project," as well as conducting preliminary analytical groundwork for Phase II. The assignment specifically aims to: • Develop the PAD for Phase I. • Detailed Design Preparation for Phase I. • Prepare Supporting Documents, including environmental and social, and procurement documents and others as specified in the Term of Reference (“TOR”) for Phase I. • Analytical groundwork for Phase II. All activities are to be carried out in accordance with the national regulatory framework, Presidential Decree No. PP-51 (February 11, 2025), and AIIB's relevant operational policies and environmental and social frameworks. Consulting services will include, but not be limited to, the following: comprehensive support in the development of PAD for Phase I, covering technical, economic, financial, environmental, and social feasibility, procurement strategies, and inclusive design measures; detailed project scope and infrastructure planning, including architectural and engineering solutions, site assessments, and sustainable, energy-efficient technologies; financial and economic analyses, cost modeling, financial sustainability assessments, and financing plans; baseline data collection, school site prioritization, regulatory compliance reviews, and preparation of the Environmental and Social Management Planning *OFFICIAL USE ONLY Framework (ESMPF) and other environmental and social documents; preparation of the procurement documentations and assistance in the tendering procedures; detailed engineering designs including drawings and bill of quantities; analytical groundwork for Phase II, including site assessments and Public-Private Partnership (PPP) evaluations; stakeholder engagement, strategic advisory, and support during reporting and approval processes; and other services as specified in the TOR. The consulting firm (“Consultant”) will be selected based on Quality and Cost Based Selection (“QCBS”), including a complete technical and financial proposal, according to the AIIB Procurement Policy and Procurement Instructions for Recipients (July 2024). It is expected that the contract would be awarded in the 4th quarter of 2025 and completed within 24 months from the signing. Participants must provide comprehensive information, including a brochure (company profile, contract description and duration, amount, total project cost, start and end date, client details, etc.) reflecting their qualifications and experience. Shortlisting criteria include: • General Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in preparing feasibility studies and detail designs for public infrastructure projects. • International/IFI Experience: Experience in working with international financial institutions such as AIIB, World Bank, Asian Development Bank etc. and proven adherence to their Operational Polices, including Environmental and Social, Procurement and Financial Management policies and frameworks. • Project Track Record: The Consultant, either individually or as part of a Joint Venture, should provide evidence of at least four (4) completed or ongoing similar assignments, among which at least two (2) completed and accepted, each with a contract value of not less than US$ 750,000 in the social sector. Among these, at least one (1) completed assignment must specifically relate to education-related projects and school infrastructure that demonstrate the firm's capacity to deliver technically sound, multi- disciplinary work in accordance with international standards. • Technical and Engineering Expertise: The Consultant, either individually or as