INVITATION TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 50 MWp REGIONAL SOLAR POWER PARK UNDER PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP, REPUBLIC OF THE GAMBIA

                                                                                                       

INVITATION TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION

FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 50 MWp REGIONAL SOLAR POWER PARK UNDER PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP, REPUBLIC OF THE GAMBIA

The Government of the Gambia through the Ministry of Petroleum and Energy (MoPE) and the National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) has benefitted from World Bank’s support to develop a 50 MWp Regional Solar Project on a site with excellent solar irradiation in Soma – Lower River Region, The Gambia. The preliminary design and planning model concluded that the capacity of the solar power park could be up to 150 MWp with storage at Soma substation and could be built in two phases. The first phase of this project is 50 MWp with a Battery Energy Storage System to meet (and not exceed) the national needs of energy consumption.

 

To this effect, The Government of the Gambia through MoPE and NAWEC intends to select an Independent Power Producer (IPP) under a Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) approach. The IPP will be responsible for the financing, construction and operation of the solar power park in the first phase of 50 MWp with a Battery Energy Storage System for 25 years (the Project).

 

In this regard, interested firms are invited to submit Applications to participate in this tender.

 

A complete set of Request for Qualification document can be purchased by interested firms upon payment of a non-refundable fee of USD 500 (Five Hundred US Dollars) to the National Water and Electricity Company, Project Implementation Unit Emporium III Building, Fajara.

 

Please contact Haddy Njie on email:  hnjie@nawec.gm, and copy to mfsanyang@nawec.gm, asallah@nawec.gm for the account details and access to Request for Qualification document.

Please tender the receipt and collect the Request for Qualification document from:

 

National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC)

Project Implementation Unit

Emporium III Building, 114 Kairaba Avenue, Fajara

Banjul, The Gambia

Telephone: +220 3664125/ 9967791/ 7009342

 

The Submission Deadline for Applications is the 14th November 2024 at 12.00 noon Banjul Time.

 

Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP) for the Regional Solar Park Project in The Gambia

Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP) for the Regional Solar Park Project in The Gambia

The Gambia National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs, is pleased to announce the release of the Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP) for the Regional Solar Park of The Gambia Project (P504421).

This document outlines the key measures and actions NAWEC will undertake to ensure the project complies with environmental and social standards as agreed with the World Bank. The ESCP is an essential part of our commitment to sustainable development and responsible project implementation.

Key highlights of the ESCP include:

  • Regular monitoring and reporting on environmental, social, health, and safety performance.
  • Immediate notification and detailed reporting of any significant incidents or accidents.
  • Comprehensive engagement with all stakeholders, including vulnerable groups.
  • Implementation of a robust grievance mechanism to address concerns promptly and effectively.

To learn more about our Environmental and Social Commitment Plan, please click the link below to access the full document:

Environmental and Social Committment Plan _Regional Solar Park_Gambia_Final

We look forward to your feedback and continued support as we work towards a sustainable and greener future for The Gambia.

Joint Press Release Gambia: strong international support for a new era of renewables with inauguration of historic 23 MWp solar plant

                       

Gambia, 14 March 2024

Joint Press Release

Gambia: strong international support for a new era of renewables with inauguration of historic 23 MWp solar plant

  • A significant strategic project with strong substantial economic and social impacts, the recently inaugurated solar photovoltaic plant in Jambur is poised to supply electricity to approximately 18,500 households. This power plant supported by The Government of The Gambia and its development partners is part of a wider initiative aimed at enhancing the contribution of renewable energy within the electricity sector.
  • This plant will be complemented by other critical transmission and distribution upgrades in the NAWEC network to ensure the availability of reliable, clean, and stable energy supplies across The Gambia. At a total cost of $165m, the Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project (GERMP) financed by the WB, EU & EIB remains the single largest energy project in The Gambia and promises to significantly support the turnaround of the energy sector particularly as the Gambia accelerates its vision towards Universal Access. This project remains a critical anchor towards the implementation and actualization of the Gambia’s long-term energy sector roadmap.
  • The project contributes to gainful employment creation in The Gambia with 1,250 direct jobs created from the construction phase to operation and maintenance. To ensure sustainability, a three-year operations and maintenance contract (O&M) has been signed as large scale solar PV is entirely new to the sector.

The Government of The Gambia, through the Ministry of Petroleum and Energy and The National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC), along with the European Investment Bank, the European Union, and the World Bank, has recently inaugurated a new milestone in the Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project (GERMP). The Inauguration Ceremony, which was presided over by His Excellency Adama Barrow, the President of the Republic of The Gambia, celebrated the completion of a 23 MWp Photovoltaic Solar plant in Jambur, Kombo South District, West Coast Region.

This project component consists in the construction of a new 23 MWp solar park tied with 8MWh battery storage and aims to revolutionize power generation in the Gambia by serving as a direct complement to current generation sources while decreasing the dependence on import. These investments are all inherently tied to the Gambia’s Energy Sector Roadmap 2021-40.

A project with a strong economic and social impact

GERMP contributes to improving the livelihoods of populations within beneficiary communities, promoting job creation, and facilitating the provision of quality medical, educational and social services through better electricity supply. These improvements will contribute to the national objective of reducing poverty and boosting prosperity.

Now that it is operational, the project will progressively increase energy supply in The Gambia by a fifth and transform access to electricity in rural communities. The project will improve access to energy, ensure that education and health services benefit from reliable energy and help address electricity shortages in the country.

Energy demand in The Gambia has increased by 5.5% per year in recent years and today’s connection of the new 23 MWp solar plant to the national energy grid will significantly increase Gambia’s current generation capacity of 98 MW and enable electrification of rural areas.

A strong commitment

The European Union, the European Investment Bank and the World Bank have been strong partners of African countries for more than half a century. This project further strengthens their presence in Africa with strong collaboration between institutions. Over the past decade, the European Union, the European Investment Bank and the World Bank have invested in innovative technologies, green energy, water, education, agriculture, telecommunications, health and business in more than 40 countries on the continent.

In the context of this project, solar power and clean energy supply across the country is financed by the European Investment Bank (EUR 65m), the European Union (EUR 40m) and the World Bank (EUR 36m).

H.E. Adama Barrow, President of the Republic of The Gambia

“As this is a utility scale solar PV plant, we have designed it to significantly reduce the country’s reliance on imported fossil fuel for electricity generation. In the same vein, the project is to accelerate the pace towards generating fifty (50) percent of the nation’s power supply from renewable energy sources by 2030. This is our national target, and the message is clear: as a responsible member of the international community, The Gambia is committed to the global energy transition. The Plant project clearly demonstrates the country’s commitment to reducing the carbon footprint and greening our energy landscape. Further to this, as a clean energy source and a major vehicle for climate change mitigation, the solar plant will contribute to the realisation of The Gambia’s Nationally Determined Contributions”.

Mr. Nani Juwara, Managing Director at National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC)

“The significance of this solar plant cannot be overemphasized. It symbolizes our unwavering commitment to driving change and pioneering progress in The Gambia’s transition towards a clean and sustainable energy future. By harnessing the power of the sun to produce 23MW of clean energy, we are not only reducing greenhouse gas emissions but also contributing to environmental protection and safeguarding the well-being of future generations. Moreover, the inauguration of this solar plant marks a crucial milestone in our quest for energy security. By diversifying our energy mix and reducing our dependence on fossil fuels, we are enhancing our energy independence and fortifying the stability and reliability of The Gambia’s power supply system”. 

Mr. Ambroise Fayolle, Vice-President at the European Investment Bank (EIB)

“I am delighted that the European Investment Bank is supporting this new solar plan with such economic and social impact for populations in Gambia, particularly in rural areas. It will have a positive impact on people’s daily lives of over 800,000 inhabitants in improving also medical, educational and social services through better electricity supply. This project also contributes to developing green energy while decreasing the dependence on import. It is a very good illustration of the priorities of the EIB as the EU Climate Bank, which supports clean energy investments in Africa.”  He added: “With EIB Global, our branch dedicated to development, our objective is to finance high-impact projects outside the EU while strengthening our partnerships. Our ambition is to support the EU’s Global Gateway Initiative and key sectors in countries across the African continent such as innovation, renewable energy, water, agriculture, and transport.”  

H.E. Corrado Pampaloni, Ambassador of the European Union to The Gambia

“This power plant is part of the “Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project” and it is particularly important for the achievement of a swift transition towards solar power and clean energy supply across the country. Increased access to green energy is only one of the benefits of the project. We expect 1,250 direct jobs linked to the construction, operation and maintenance. The Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project is backed by significant funding from the European Investment Bank (EUR 65m – which corresponds to more than 8.9 billion dalasi), from the European Union (EUR 40m – almost 3 billion dalasi) and from the World Bank (EUR 36m – almost 2.7 billion dalasi). The EU support is part of the EU Global Gateway, which is an ambitious initiative aimed at fostering collaboration and connectivity between Europe and Africa. Through Global Gateway, the EU supports investments in quality infrastructure, respecting the highest social and environmental standards, in line with the EU’s values and international norms and standards. Green energy is a key priority area under the Global Gateway. The Ambassador concluded by saying that “I would like to re-affirm here, today, the commitment of the European Union to support The Gambia to ensure a bright and prosperous future for its people. Reliable access to energy is an indispensable element to realise this vision”.

Feyi Boroffice, Resident Representative of the World Bank to The Gambia

“The World Bank is pleased to join The Government of The Gambia to witness this remarkable milestone in the Energy Sector. This marks the first time in the Gambia’s history where a utility scale solar plant of 23 Megawatts Solar PV capacity and 8-Megawatt hours battery storage is being commissioned. This solar plant allows NAWEC to finally shift away from expensive heavy fuel oil-based generation which is costly and harmful to the environment. The vision of universal access to energy is being supported by the World Bank through the development of medium and low voltage networks across The Gambia. Through the bank financed GERMP and ECOWAS Regional Electricity Access Projects, over 700 communities will be provided electricity for the first time in the country’s history. These are significant historic milestones for The Gambia. There are also plans underway to develop the country’s potential to become an electricity exporter to the sub-region through the development of a 150MW solar park in Soma.”

Note to editors

National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC)

The National Water And Electricity Co. Ltd (NAWEC) is a public limited liability company established in June 1996, mandated to provide electricity, water, and sewerage services in The Gambia. It succeeded the Gambia Utilities Corporation (GUC) and the Utilities Holding Corporation (UHC). NAWEC operates under a Board of Directors, with the Managing Director overseeing operations. While

NAWEC has achieved financial sustainability for normal operations, it lacks resources for system expansion and maintenance.

The Gambia aims to achieve Universal Access to electricity by 2025, as stipulated by H.E President Adama Barrow. NAWEC will implement this goal primarily through its grid infrastructure, benefiting from the country’s favourable geography. A planning instrument, the Universal Access by 2025 Roadmap, has been designed to guide NAWEC in reaching this target and transforming the electricity sector. This roadmap aims to ensure that Gambians have reliable and affordable electricity in the future, with NAWEC evolving into an efficient, self-sustaining national power utility.

About the European Union (EU)

The European Union (EU) is an economic and political union made up of 27 European countries. It is based on the values of respect for human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law, as well as respect for human rights, including the rights of persons belonging to minorities. It acts on a global scale to promote the sustainable development of societies, the environment and economies, for the benefit of all.

The EU Delegation to The Gambia acts as the interface between the European institutions and the Government of The Gambia and its population. Over the years, the role of the Delegation has evolved to cover a wide range of issues.

The Delegation’s mandate includes the following:

  • To actively promote the values and policies of the European Union, in an open and equal partnership with the Government and people of The Gambia.
  • To deepen the political dialogue on all issues of mutual interest and to strengthen the partnership.
  • To play a key role in implementing the EU’s development cooperation activities. In The Gambia, these cover a range of target areas such as infrastructure, governance, food security and rural development.
  • To inform The Gambia about the policies and programmes of the European Union, as well as its institutions and values.

The EU support to the “Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project” is part of the EU Global Gateway, which is an ambitious initiative aimed at fostering collaboration and connectivity between Europe and Africa. Through Global Gateway, the EU supports investments in quality infrastructure, respecting the highest social and environmental standards, in line with the EU’s values and international norms and standards. Green energy is a key priority area under the Global Gateway.

About the European Investment Bank (EIB)

The European Investment Bank (EIB) is the lending institution of the European Union (EU) owned by its member states. It makes long-term finance available for sound and sustainable investments to help achieve EU policy objectives.

The EIB has been a strong partner of African countries for 60 years. Through EIB Global, the Bank is strengthening its presence in Africa. Over the past decade, the EIB has provided more than €28 billion for investments in innovative technologies, green energy, water, education, agriculture, telecommunications, health and companies in more than 40 countries on the continent.

EIB Global is the specialist arm of the EIB Group dedicated to increasing the impact of international partnerships and development finance. EIB Global is designed to foster a strong and focused partnership within Team Europe, alongside other development finance institutions and civil society. EIB Global brings the group closer to local people, businesses and institutions through our offices around the world.

About the World Bank

 The World Bank Group is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries. Our mission is to end extreme poverty and boost prosperity on a livable planet. .

With 189 member countries, staff from more than 170 countries, and offices in over 130 locations, the World Bank Group is a unique global partnership: five institutions working for sustainable solutions that reduce poverty and build shared prosperity in developing countries. Our core values embody what is most important to us as an institution, and in how we work with each other, our clients and our partners. They guide the decisions we make and the actions we take in carrying out our mission.

The International Development Association (IDA) is the part of the World Bank Group that helps the world’s poorest countries. Established in 1960, IDA aims to reduce poverty by providing zero to low-interest loans (called “credits”) and grants for programs that boost economic growth, reduce inequalities, and improve people’s living conditions.

Press contacts

National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC)

Mustapha Choi, mchoi@nawec.gm, Tel: +220 283 5949

Website: www.nawec.gm

EIB

Anne-Cécile Auguin, a.auguin@eib.org, Tel:  +352 621 36 19 48

Isabelle Vovor, i.vovor@ext.eib.org, Tel: +225 07 67 47 66 31
Website: www.eib.org/press – Press service : +352 4379 21000 – press@eib.org

EU

Laura Carpino, laura.carpino@eeas.europa.eu, Tel.: +220 449 5146 / 449 7846

Website: www.eeas.europa.eu/delegations/gambia_en?s=100

WB

Kujeh Kah, kkah@worldbankgroup.org, Tel:  +220 3800449
Website: www.worldbank.org/gambia

Inauguration Ceremony of the GERMP Backbone Phase 1, Laminkoto and Diabugu Electricity Project in the Sami and Sandu Districts

The Government of The Gambia through the Ministry of Petroleum and Energy and The National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) will inaugurate GERMP Backbone Phase 1, Laminkoto and Diabugu Electricity Project in the Sami and Sandu Districts. This project involves the construction of a 30KV Distribution network with secondary substations including last mile connections (meter connections to households).

The Inauguration Ceremony which will be presided over by His Excellency Adama Barrow, the President of the Republic of The Gambia, will be held on Saturday 6th May 2023 at the Sami Kallen Junction, commencing at 15.00hrs.

This Project will help improve the livelihood of the people within the beneficiary community, promote job creation and large-scale agricultural production, and facilitate the provision of quality medical, educational, and social services. These improvements will contribute to the national goal of poverty reduction and boosting prosperity.

In this regard, the General Public is hereby invited to attend the inaugural ceremony of this transformational project.

We look forward to seeing you at the inauguration ceremony!

Invitation for Bids – Small Works Construction of Customer Service Center Complex

Invitation for Bids

Small Works

                   

Employer:                                    National Water & Electricity Company Limited

Project:                                        Gambia Electricity Access Project

Contract title:                              Construction of Customer Service Center Complex

Country:                                       The Gambia

Loan No. / Grant No.:                  210015040530

Procurement Method:                 Open Competitive Bidding (National) (OCBI)

OCBI/LCB No:                               NAWEC-GEAP-CW-02

Issued on:                                     25th October 2022

  1. The Government of the Gambia has received financing from the African Development Bank hereinafter called the Bank toward the cost of the Gambia Electricity Access Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the contract[1] for the Construction of One (1) Customer Service Center Complex. For this contract, the Borrower shall process the payments using the Direct Payment disbursement method, as defined in the Bank’s Disbursement Guidelines and procedures for Investment Project Financing.

 

  1. The National Water & Electricity Company Limited now invites sealed Bids from eligible Bidders for the Construction of the Customer service Centre Complex in Kanifing.

 

  1. The center will be a befitting contact center affirming the company’s commitment to be a customer focus and to provide much-needed face-lift for NAWEC peers in the same industry in the subregion. This will also enable NAWEC to respond sufficiently to the expectations, perceptions, and situations of our invaluable customers.

 

  1. Bidding will be conducted through the Open Competitive Bidding (National ), OCBN procedures as specified in the Bank’s Procurement Framework dated October, 20152 , and is open to all eligible Bidders as defined in the Procurement Framework.

 

  1. Interested eligible Bidders may obtain further information from National Water & Electricity Company Project Implementation Unit and inspect the bidding document during office hours 08: 00 am to 16:000 pm at the address given below.

 

  1. The bidding document in English may be purchased by interested eligible Bidders upon the submission of a written application to the address below and upon payment of a non-refundable fee of $150. The method of payment will be direct deposit to the project account. The document will be sent by email.

 

  1. Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before 20th December 2022. Electronic Bidding will not be permitted. Late Bids will be rejected. Bids will be publicly opened in the presence of the Bidders’ designated representatives and anyone who chooses to attend at the address below.

 

  1. All Bids must be accompanied by a Bid security amount of USD10,000.00.

 

  1. Attention is drawn to the Procurement Regulations requiring the Borrower to disclose information on the successful bidder’s beneficial ownership, as part of the Contract Award Notice, using the Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Form as included in the bidding document

 The address(es) referred to above is (are)

 

Project Coordinator

Project Implementation Unit

National Water and Electricity Company Limited (NAWEC)

Emporium III Building, Fajara

Banjul, The Gambia

Conference Room, 1st Floor

Telephone: +220 996 1301/+220 7009342

Email: hnjie@nawec.gm,asallah@nawec.gm, and mfsanyang@nawec.gm

 

THE GAMBIA ELECTRICITY RESTORATION AND MODERNIZATION PROJECT (GERMP) PHASE 2 Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for the Three 30 kV/Mv Transmission Lines and Distribution Networks in the North Bank and Upper River Regions

THE GOVERNMENT OF THE GAMBIA

THE NATIONAL WATER AND ELECTRICITY COMPANY (NAWEC)

THE GAMBIA ELECTRICITY RESTORATION AND MODERNIZATION PROJECT (GERMP) PHASE 2
Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for the Three
30 kV /Mv Transmission Lines and Distribution Networks in the
North Bank and Upper River Regions

 

Click on the link below to download the file.

GERMP_ ESIA_ Backbone Phase 2_ESIA

 

THE GAMBIA ELECTRICITY RESTORATION AND MODERNIZATION PROJECT (GERMP) BACKBONE PHASE 2 Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) for the Three 30 kV/Mv Transmission Lines and Distribution Networks in North Bank and Upper River Regions

                                                                                                   

National Water Electricity Company                                                              The Government of The Gambia

THE NATIONAL WATER AND ELECTRICITY COMPANY (NAWEC)
THE GAMBIA ELECTRICITY RESTORATION AND MODERNIZATION PROJECT (GERMP)
BACKBONE PHASE 2
Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) for the Three 30 kV/Mv Transmission Lines and Distribution Networks
in North Bank and Upper River Regions

Click on the link below to download the file.

GERMP_Backbone Phase 2_ RAP

WEST AFRICAN POWER POOL (WAPP) SYSTEME D’ECHANGES D’ENERGIE ELECTRIQUE OUEST AFRICAIN Solar Development in Sub-Saharan Africa Program Phase 1 (Sahel) SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA SOLAR PARKS DEVELOPMENT PROJECT (RSP) Phase 1 Assistance to West Africa Power Pool (WAPP) (P162580)

Economic Community                                                                               Communauté Economique

of West African States                                                      des Etas de l’Afrique de l’Ouest

 

 

 

                 WEST AFRICAN POWER POOL (WAPP)                                   

SYSTEME D’ECHANGES D’ENERGIE ELECTRIQUE OUEST AFRICAIN

Please click on the following links for more information.

Letter WAPP Pub of the Grievance Mechanism-NAWEC

WAPP_SOP_Grievance Mechanism_clean

 

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION)

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

(CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION)

 

The Gambia

Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project (GERMP)

Loan No./Credit No./ Grant No.: IDA-D6530

Assignment Title: CONSULTANCY SERVICES for the Review and Update of National Energy Policy, Strategies and Action Plan

Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): GM-NAWEC-243443-CS-QCBS

 

The Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project (GERMP) additional financing, in the amount of USD 43 million, was approved by the World Bank Board of Directors on 29 June 2020.

 

In The Gambia, the electricity access rate is estimated around 60 % and more than 85% of households in The Gambia depend on traditional biomass to meet their basic energy needs. Therefore, increasing access to modern clean and affordable energy services for the population could have enormous multiplier effects such as reducing poverty, empowering women, generating opportunities as well as improving standard of living for the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

 

Currently, The Gambia energy sector is characterized by heavy dependence on traditional biomass fuels mainly for household consumption, and imported petroleum products for electricity generation and transport. Cognizant of the afore-mentioned situation, the Government of The Gambia is committed to improving the energy situation in order to spur economic growth. In 2005, the Ministry of Energy developed the National Energy Policy, Strategies and Action plan which was revised in 2014 with the overall objective of re-defining the sector strategic objectives. Since then, a number of developments have taken in the energy sector including the development of an electricity roadmap in 2015, which was updated in 2017 and recently in 2021 to reflect new market opportunities and guide the development of the electricity sub-sector in the short-,  medium- and long-term (2021 to 2040). There is strong need for the National Energy Policy to be consistent with the roadmap objectives.

 

The objective of the assignment is to support the Ministry of Petroleum and Energy to:

  1. Review the effectiveness of the existing energy sector policies, strategies, programs, and projects implemented since 2014.
  2. Develop smart policy measures for the electricity, petroleum, renewable energy, energy efficiency, and domestic energy sub-sectors as well as cross-cutting issues.
  • Update the energy policy and recommend key policy measures, strategies, and actions for effective implementation.

 

Scope of work of the consulting firm

The scope of work covers the whole energy sector and will be conducted in phases. Phase one will conduct a thorough desk review of existing policies, plans, and programmes at both national and regional levels. Phase two will entail consultation with stakeholders, SWOT analysis of the energy sector. While phase three will focus on updating the National Energy Policy (2014), Strategy and Action Plan for the various sub-sectors.

 

Phase One:  Detailed Desk Review of Policies, Plan and Programmes

Phase Two: Stakeholder Consultation, SWOT Analysis of the Energy Sector

Phase Three: Update of the National Energy Policy (2014) and re-define Strategy and Action Plan (2021-2030)

The timeframe for the consultancy service shall be for a maximum period of 4 calendar months.

 

National Water and Electricity Company Limited (NAWEC) now invites eligible consulting firms (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.

 

Required qualifications and experience:

 

The consulting firm must be incorporated in the Gambia (proof of business registration). The firm must have been in existence for at least five (5) years and have:

  • Proven experience in policy and strategy development in the Gambia and/or in the sub-region
  • Experience in the energy sector, locally and internationally
  • Experience conducting similar assignments for public sector institutions in the Gambia

The team should comprise of the following three (3)  experienced key experts:

  • Team Leader/Lead Expert
  • Energy Economist
  • Public Policy Expert

The Qualifications and Experience of Key Experts shall not be included in the shortlisting criteria. Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.

 

The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” July 2016 and revised November 2017 and August 2018 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

 

Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications, but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/or a sub-consultancy. In the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected.

 

A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost-Based Selection (QCBS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations.

 

The TOR and further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours:

 

Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by fax, or by e-mail) by October 5th, 2021.

 

The Managing Director

National Water and Electricity Company

Attn: Haddy Njie – Project Coordinator

53 Mamadi Maniyang  Highway

Kanifing, K.M.C.

P.O. Box 609, Banjul

The Gambia

Tel: +220 4376607 / 4376608

Fax: +220  4375990

E-mail: hnjie@nawec.gm, mfsanyang@nawec.gm

Specific Procurement Notice: Request for Bids Plant, Design, Supply and Installation of Transmission and Distribution Provincial Backbone, Phase 2

Employer: National Water and Electricity Company Limited
Project: Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project
Country: The Gambia
Loan No. /Credit No. / Grant No.: D309-GM
RFB No: GM-NAWEC-224770-CW-RFB
Issued on: 31st May, 2021

Reference to our Specific Procurement Notice for Design, Supply and Installation of Transmission and Distribution Provincial Backbone, Phase 2 published on 31st May 2021, National Water and Electricity Company Limited hereby extend the Bids Submission deadline to 30th September 2021 at 12:00 p.m. and opening at 12:30 p.m.