Consulting Service for preparation of RAP Compliance Report

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Georgia KAKHETI CONNECTIVITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

Project ID: P173782

Loan No: 9361-GE

Assignment Title: Individual Consultant for Preparation of Resettlement Action Plan Compliance Report

Reference No . KCIP/CS/ICS-13

The Government of Georgia has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Kakheti Connectivity Improvement Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Roads Department of the Ministry of Infrastructure of Georgia (RDMRDI) now invites eligible Individual Consultants (“Consultants”) to express their interest in providing the following services: Individual Consultant for Preparation of Resettlement Action Plan Compliance Report. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The CVs of the candidates should cover the requested information. The objectives of the assignment are to: Conduct an independent assessment of RAP implementation and verify compliance with ESS5, the approved RAP, applicable national legislation, and project-specific agreements. Verify that compensation and assistance entitlements have been delivered in full and at replacement cost (as applicable) and prior to the commencement of works on affected assets/land. Assess whether livelihood restoration and support measures (including for severely affected and vulnerable households) have been implemented and are effective. Assess the functionality and performance of the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM), including accessibility, timeliness, transparency, and satisfaction with resolutions. Confirm that consultation, disclosure and engagement commitments have been met and that affected persons have been adequately informed (including regarding the GRM and undersigned agreements). Prepare a RAP Compliance Report that concludes whether the RAP has been implemented satisfactorily and, if not, specifies gaps and a time-bound Corrective Action Plan (CAP) with responsibilities

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following link:

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The Qualification Requirements for selection of the Consultant are as follows: Demonstrated at least 7 years of experience in World Bank ESF/ESS5 (or equivalent) resettlement planning, implementation monitoring and compliance verification. Proven track record of conducting independent compliance audits/assessments for land acquisition and resettlement. Experience with survey design, statistical sampling, and socio-economic outcome assessment. Demonstrated capacity to undertake fieldwork in Georgia and produce reports in English and Georgian.

The period of the consultancy services shall be 8 weeks and the remuneration will be Lump sum.

Note: The Road Department reserves it’s right to verify submitted references and use obtained information for evaluation purposes.

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”, Seventh Edition, September 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. In addition, please refer to the following specific information on conflict of interest related to this assignment: The consultant shall not receive any payment in connection with the assignment except as provided in the contract. The consultant and its affiliates shall not engage in consulting or other activities that conflict with the interest of the Client under the contract. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Open Competitive Selection of Individual Consultants set out in the Procurement Regulations. Further information can be obtained at the address: info@georoad.ge . Expressions of Interest accompanied by CVs and other relevant information electronically or in printed materials must be delivered to the address below not later than September 18, 2026, 18:00 hours.

The Roads Department of the Ministry of Infrastructure of Georgia (RDMOI).

Attn: [contact details removed]

12 Al. Kazbegi Avenue, Tbilisi, 0160, Georgia

Tel: [contact details removed]

Email: info@georoad.ge