Selection of National Social Safeguard Consultant

KINGDOM OF CAMBODIA Nation Religion King MINISTRY OF PUBUC WORKS AND TRANSPORT (MPWT) Project Management Unit

Cambodia Regional Connectivity Improvement Project Phase 1 ( CRCI)

Project No.: P510547

IDA Credit No.: 8012-KH & 8013-KH

REQUEST FOR THE EXPRESSION OF INTEREST OF National Social Safeguards Consultant (NSSC) The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) of the Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) has applied for financing support from the World Bank's (WB) International Development Association (IDA) to implement the Cambodia Regional Connectivity Improvement Project (CRCI) with and duration of six (6.5) years starting in early 2027. The CRCI consists of the following 4 components:

Component 1: Road Corridor Improvement

Component 2: Institutional Capacity Strengthening in Logistics and Trade Facilitation

Component 3: Phase 1 Project Management and Phase 2 Preparation

Component 4: Contingent Emergency Response

MPWT is responsible for overall technical supervision, execution and management of the Project. The CRCI seeks to enhance transport connectivity along Cambodia's segment of Asian Highway 21 (AH21), a key east-west corridor linking Cambodia and Viet Nam. Upgrading this section will promote economic growth in Cambodia's northeastern provinces and strengthen trade relations with neighboring countries. The project aims to improve community road access to essential services, including health centers, referral hospitals, schools, and markets, by upgrading climate-resilient national roads. Additionally, it will lower transportation costs and mitigate risks of road disruptions, thereby supporting the efficiency of agricultural supply chains and promoting tourism development within the project area. The CRCI will use the Output and Performance Based Road Contract (OPBRC) approach to support upgrade, climate resilience, safety, and maintenance for parts of NR 64, NR 62, all of NR 9, and sections of NR 7. The RGC, through the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) and its Project Management Unit (PMU), is seeking to engage one (1) qualified National Individual Consultant to support the PMU-CRCI during the project preparation phase 1. The position and the associated duration is listed below: Reference Position Duration Assignment Type

KH-CRCI-MPWT-INDV-CS03 National Social Safeguards Consultant (NSSC) 36 months (Full Time) Time-based contract

Note : Subject to satisfactory performance and the effectiveness of the project, the contracts may be extended to cover the whole project implementation phase 1. Shortlisting will be evaluated based on the specific qualifications, technical background, and professional experience outlined in the detailed Terms of Reference {TOR) for each respective position. Detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) including qualification and experience requirement for each position can be obtained at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1dvi4ijiJ6KkO6h_8zYidWrbY3GMyJafG , or the address below during office hours from 8:00 am. to 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm. to 5:00 pm (Cambodia Local Time) or via Email: [contact details removed] and [contact details removed] The selection process will be carried out in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for the selection of consultants.

Application Instructions:

The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to the World Bank Procurement Regulations regarding eligibility and conflict of interest. Interested candidates shall submit a letter of Expression of Interest, together with the Curriculum Vitae (CV), clearly demonstrating the qualifications and relevant professional experience for the purpose of determining the eligibility. Applications shall be submitted in writing or by email, to the address mentioned below.

Submission Deadline: October 27, 2026 at 11:00 am (Cambodia Local Time). Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Contact and Submission Address:

Attention to:

H.E. Mr. HENG Nan Project Director/ Secretary of State, Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT), Cambodia Regional Connectivity Improvement Project Office Street 598, Sangkat Chrang Chamres 2, Khan Russey Keo, Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia Electronic mail address: [contact details removed] and [contact details removed]

Web page: https://mpwt.gov.kh/en/home