Analytical Study to Support the Preparation of the Connectivity and Logistics Programme for the Commonwealth of Dominica

COMMONWEALTH OF DOMINICA MINISTRY OF TOURISM

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT SELECTION)

Country: Commonwealth of Dominica

Project: Preparation Grant for Caribbean Connectivity and Logistics Regional Program – Multiphase Programmatic Approach (MPA)

Grant No.: E5950-001

Assignment Title: Analytical Study to Support the Preparation of the Connectivity and Logistics Program for the Commonwealth of Dominica

Reference No.: DM-CSU-564635-CS-INDV

The Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Preparation Grant for Caribbean Connectivity and Logistics Regional Program – Multiphase Programmatic Approach and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the contract for “ Analytical Study to Support the Preparation of the Connectivity and Logistics Program for the Commonwealth of Dominica” . The Ministry of Tourism now invites eligible Individual Consultants ("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. Scope of the Assignment The Individual Consultant will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Conduct a focused diagnostic of Dominica's connectivity and logistics sector, including ports, road connectivity, trade facilitation, private sector participation, and green logistics. Identify priority policy reforms, institutional strengthening measures, and infrastructure investments to improve the country's transport and logistics systems. Prepare a comprehensive Dominica Country Program Document aligned with the three components of the Caribbean Reconnect Multi-Phase Programmatic Approach (MPA). Develop an implementation and financing roadmap, including investment priorities, results framework, project preparation activities, and recommendations for World Bank, IFC, and MIGA engagement. Consult with relevant government agencies, development partners, and private sector stakeholders, and facilitate a validation workshop to finalize the proposed program.

A detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment is attached to this Request for Expressions of Interest . Minimum Qualifications and Experience The selected consultant should possess the following: A postgraduate degree in transport economics, logistics, infrastructure planning, engineering, public policy, economics, or a related field. At least 12 years of professional experience in transport sector development, logistics, trade facilitation, and/or connectivity, with a strong track record in analytical and program preparation assignments. Demonstrated experience in preparing World Bank-financed operations or similar assignments for multilateral development banks, including strategic program development and investment planning. Proven knowledge of maritime transport, port operations, multimodal logistics, and transport sector policy and institutional frameworks. Familiarity with private sector participation frameworks, climate-resilient infrastructure, and green logistics