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Terminal Evaluation of Russia Sustainable Energy Finance Program and possibly also the termination evaluation of China Sustainable Energy Finance Program.


SELECTION FOR CONSULTANTS BY THE WORLD BANK

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Electronic Submissions through World Bank Group eConsultant2
https://wbgeconsult2.worldbank.org/wbgec/index.html

ASSIGNMENT OVERVIEW

Assignment Title: 1087880 - Terminal Evaluation of Russia Sustainable Energy Finance Program

Assignment Countries:
- China
- Russian Federation

ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION

The IFC is seeking expressions of interest for assignments in China and Russia.

Russia
The purpose of this Terminal Evaluation (end- of- the-project review) is to assess the Programs progress and achievement of results after its 6 years of implementation, verify key assumptions in design, and assess overall program impact. The review should evaluate to what extent the Program has achieved the targeted objectives, how efficient the advisory services delivery and business model has been, and what are the key lessons learnt from both Program clients and the SEF advisory services team that could be shared with the IFC SEF network at large.

IFC is procuring the services of Consultants (Terminal Evaluation Team) that will conduct a Terminal Evaluation of the IFCs SEF project in Russia, assess its achievement of results, document lessons learnt from the partner banks and the project teams on where the SEF business model work or does not work, and how to improve the SEF advisory service design and delivery in the next regional programs.

China
The purpose of this Terminal Evaluation (end-of-project review) is to assess the Programs progress and achievement of results in specific areas after its 6 years (2006-2012) of implementation. The review should evaluate how efficient the advisory services delivery and business model has been, and what are the key lessons learnt from both Program clients and the Sustainable Energy Finance (SEF) advisory services team, specifically about Program structure, partners and impact that could be shared with the IFC SEF network at large.

IFC is procuring the services of Consultants (Terminal Evaluation Team) that will conduct a Terminal Evaluation of the IFCs CHUEE project in China, assess its achievement of results, document lessons learnt from the partner banks and the project teams on where the SEF business model works or does not work, and how to improve the SEF advisory service design and delivery in the next regional programs.

FUNDING SOURCE

The World Bank intends to finance the assignment / services described below under the following trust fund(s):
- BANK BUDGET
- GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL

ELIGIBILITY

Eligibility restrictions apply:
[Please type list of restrictions]

INDIVIDUAL / FIRM PROFILE
The consultant will be a firm. 

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The World Bank now invites eligible consultants to indicate their interest in providing the services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc. for firms; CV and cover letter for individuals). Please note that the total size of all attachments should be less than 5MB. Consultants may associate to enhance their qualifications.

Interested consultants are hereby invited to submit expressions of interest.

Expressions of Interest should be submitted, in English, electronically through World Bank Group eConsultant2 (https://wbgeconsult2.worldbank.org/wbgec/index.html)

NOTES
Following this invitation for Expression of Interest, a shortlist of qualified firms will be formally invited to submit proposals. Shortlisting and selection will be subject to the availability of funding.
Qualification Criteria
  • 1. Demonstrated track record of experience (at least 7 years) in evaluating development projects which has both direct and indirect impact at institutional and market level. *
  • 2. Combined experience in energy sector and financial sector, and be familiar with the GHG emission reduction measurement protocol. *
  • 3. Excellent understanding of EE/RE market as well as carbon market. *
  • 4. Experience in Russia and/or China and other regions will be an asset. - Familiar to Guidelines for GEF Agencies in Conducting Terminal Evaluations http://www.thegef.org/gef/sites/thegef.org/files/documents/Policies-TEguidelines7-31.pdf