Developing and conducting specialized skills training on air quality management and climate change.

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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI)

Arab Republic of Egypt

Greater Cairo Air Pollution Management and Climate Change Project

Loan No.: P172548

Assignment Title: “developing and conducting specialized skills training on air quality management and climate change”

Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): EG-EEAA-544828-CS - QCBS

The Arab Republic of Egypt has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Greater Cairo Air Pollution Management and Climate Change Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.

The Project is seeking to hire an Environmental Academic Institution, Environmental Organization or Specialized Firm for Component 1 of the Project, referred to hereafter as “the Consultant”, to assist the Environment Quality Sector, Egyptian Environmental Affairs Agency (EEAA), and the Technical Implementation Unit (TIU) of Component # 1 to “Develop and Conduct Specialized Skills Training on Air Quality Management and Climate Change”.

The expected duration of the assignment is 12 months

Scope of Work:

The selected Consultant (a firm or academic institution) will be required to:

1. Develop two specialized skills training programs

• Based on the modules listed in annex 1, that were identified through a training needs assessment, the consultant will develop comprehensive training programs covering the two specialized areas previously identified.
• Detailed, informative, and clear training materials that cover cutting-edge knowledge, skills, practices, policy, governance and regulatory frameworks must be prepared in both English and Arabic languages (refer to annex 1).
• Ensure training modules and materials are designed for the target audience
• Software demonstrations, applied case studies, and field visits shall be an essential part of the training.
• Align the content with national regulations and international standards.
• Create modules and resources that are adaptable for various learning environments (e.g., in-person, online courses, and printed materials) in both English and Arabic languages.

2. Submit draft training programs to the TIU for review

• The draft training programs and their material will be submitted to the project TIU for technical review and feedback.
• Comments and recommendations of the TIU should be adopted, and the draft training output is updated accordingly.

3. Training, pilot testing, and validation of the updated training

• Coordinate with TIU and EEAA to pilot the training programs of the two specialized areas with a small group of target personnel.
• Assess the pilot training and gather feedback from TIU, participants on the effectiveness, clarity, and practicality of the training and make necessary adjustments based on their input.
• Modify and update training delivery as needed to ensure that training delivery methods are appropriate for different learning styles and can be implemented across audiences.
• Submit the final version of the training programs and materials with the updated delivery practice based on the feedback and assessment results of the pilot testing to the TIU for validation and approval.

4. Training Delivery

• The successful consultant will prepare a detailed plan for training delivery in full coordination with TIU and the concerned EEAA departments.
• Training sessions may include oral presentations, open discussions, group work, individual assignments, etc. to ensure full participation by the trainees.
• Training materials must be prepared and handed out to trainees in an appropriate format.
• The main training activities will be carried out at ‘Cairo House/EEAA', while practical and field activities can be organized in consultation with EEAA.
• Assessment and evaluation of the completed training must be carried out following each session. The consultant shall review the results of the assessment and evaluation and make necessary adjustments to ensure that the objectives are achieved.
• A final report including all feedback, evaluation results, and recommendations for further progress must be submitted to the TIU.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at: https://www.eeaa.gov.eg/Uploads/Notification/Files/20260504101957427.pdf

Selection Method:

A successful Institution/organization/Consulting Firm will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost-Based Selection (QCBS) method as set out in the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016, revised November 2017, August 2018, November 2020, September 2023, and February 2025 World Bank Document

Eligibility and Conflict of Interest:

Interested Consultants should pay attention to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the Procurement Regulations regarding conflict of interest. Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications in the form of a joint venture or sub-consultancy. For joint ventures, all partners shall be jointly and severally liable.

Shortlisting Criteria:

The Expression of Interest (EOI) should demonstrate the firm’s capabilities and experience in relation to the assignment. The shortlist will be established based on the following criteria:

Only shortlisted firms will be invited to submit detailed proposals in accordance with QCBS procedures.

Submission Details:

Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the email address below (by e-mail) no later than Sunday, June 7th, 2026, at 02:00 PM (Cairo Local Time).

Greater Cairo Air Pollution Management and Climate Change “GCAPMCC” Project

Attn: Mr. Ahmed Abdel Rehim – Senior Procurement Specialist

Address: 15C El Tawfeeq Building, El Fustat El Gedida, Old Cairo, Cairo – Egypt

E-mail: ahmed.abdelrehim@gccceg.com

Mobile +2 012 8 5555 31