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eConsultant2: Evaluation study of the projected impacts of Climate Change on coastal tourism development area

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Deadline:29-Feb-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

The assignment is intended to be undertaken by a very experienced and highly quality India basinfirm (or a consortia) of consulting engineers familiar with the Study of vulnerability and adaptation to climate change in coastal areas, in climatology and Environment; Mapping of coastal vulnerability and natural risks; Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) including seaside tourist areas.

See full tender here:Evaluation study of the projected impacts of Climate Change on coastal tourism development area in Senegal-Adaptation and Resilience strategies-Nianing-Pointe Sarène-Joal Finion Axis&Basse Casamance

eConsultant2 website: https://wbgeconsult2.worldbank.org

Tender notification: 1211924

Assignment Countries:

– Senegal

Tech 4 Agricultural Development

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The article below discusses how technology can help agricultural development.

Tech Meets Agriculture at #Hack4Ag in Uganda

Original article posted January 21, 2016 on the World Bank website.

Kampala, Uganda— Cellphone usage is expanding in Sub-Saharan Africa, and paving the way for information and communication technologies (ICT) to modernize and boost productivity in the region’s agricultural sector.   Apps like Kilimo Salama, which provides farmers with updated climate data, as well as Vet Africa, which helps diagnose livestock diseases, are already transforming farmers’ lives in Sub-Saharan Africa.  Up to 90% of farmers polled by e-Learning Africa credit ICT with improving food security in their region.

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PPP Knowledge Lab

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Interested in learning more about PPP’s at the World Bank then follow the PPP Knowledge Lab, read more below.

PPP Knowledge Lab: MDBs’ Collaboration Brings You the First-ever Comprehensive Online Resource for Public-Private Partnerships.

Original article posted January 25th, 2016 on World Bank website

Multilateral development agencies from around the world have collaborated to produce the PPP Knowledge Lab, the first comprehensive online resource that pools the knowledge and experience of industry leaders in public-private partnerships (PPPs).

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eConsultant2:National Quality Infrastructure – Development of Country Cases

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Deadline: 31-Jan-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.Free-BRT-Bus-rides-in-LAgosC.)

The World Bank Group Trade and Competitiveness Global Practice is seeking to hire an expert to assist in the development of a NQI value proposition through identifying country cases that successfully implemented NQI reforms (e.g. considered international good practices)

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eConsultant2:National Quality Infrastructure – Development of Diagnostic Tools

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Deadline: 24-Jan-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

The Trade and Competitiveness Global Practice (TCGP) within the World Bank Group
is seeking to hire an expert to assist in the development of a NQI value proposition in the following two areas (A)and (B):India building
(A) Developing a diagnostic tool(s) that assesses a country’s status quo and readiness for NQI reform
(B) Contribute to increasing knowledge of the project team through:
a) Design and conduct a training session about the developed diagnostic tool
b) Participate in dialogue among T&C staff to refine the NQI value proposition
c) Test the diagnostic tool in a selected pilot country

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eConsultant2: Environmental and Social Consultant

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Deadline: 17-Jan-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is being Ethiopia-Road-Constructionconsidered as lead advisor to structure and promote a new Roads Concession Program.The Client expects to attract international bidders for the above mentioned Concessions Program.This consultant is expected to render advisory services for IFC and its client related to key socio-environmental issues concerning the Transaction.

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Event Calendar 2016

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2016 has begun and to better prepare you for doing business with the World Bank in the New Year we have listed the ”most relevant” events for the Dutch private sector below.

We understand that it may be difficult to attend the events in person but not to worry the majority of the events will be broadcast by live stream.

Please email us if you plan on attending and with any questions you may have.

Transforming Transportation 2016
January 14-15, 2016 Washington, DC
Deadline has passed, you will be able to stream event.
http://www.worldbank.org/en/events/2015/12/14/transforming-transportation-2016

Improving Efficiency in Health
February 3-4, 2016 Washington, DC | Preston Auditorium, Main Complex, World Bank
http://www.worldbank.org/en/events/2016/02/03/improving-efficiency-in-health

Land and Poverty Conference 2016: Scaling up Responsible Land Governance
March 14-18, 2016 Washington, DC
http://www.worldbank.org/en/events/2015/07/20/land-and-poverty-conference-2016-scaling-up-responsible-land-governance

Annual Bank Conference on Development Economics 2016: Data and Development
June 20-21, 2016 Washington, DC
http://www.worldbank.org/en/events/2015/11/10/annual-bank-conference-on-development-economics-2016-data-and-development

7th Global Pension and Savings Conference
September 19-21, 2016 Washington, DC
http://www.worldbank.org/en/events/2016/09/19/7th-global-pension-and-savings-conference

View all World Bank Events here: http://www.worldbank.org/en/events/all

 

 

eConsultant2: PREPARATION OF A RAPID CORRIDOR DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY FOR BHOPAL INDORE SUPER CORRIDOR

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Deadline: 21-Jan-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

The Govt of Madhya Pradesh is keen to develop the region between Indore and Bhopal as India buildinga network of urban and economic clusters, with focus on creating employment opportunities and providing high quality infrastructure and social amenities. This region is being referred to as the Bhopal Indore Super Corridor (BISCO) Region. As part of its preparation of the proposed Madhya Pradesh Urban Development Project, Urban Administration and Development Directorate, GoMP, has asked the World Bank to support the drafting of the strategic corridor development strategy for BISCO region. The objective of this consultancy is to hire a consultancy firm, or a consortium of firms, to prepare a strategic corridor development strategy that will outline how the existing transportation corridor can be catalyzed into an urban and economic corridor, underpinned by regional development approaches.

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eConsultant2: Environmental & Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) of the Semeikhon Riverside Port Project in Myanmar

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Deadline: 14-Jan-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

This greenfield project will be developed by MMID. IFC, through its proposed equity participation in this InfraVentures project, will play the role of co-developer. SMP is located India buildingalong the bank of Ayeyarwady River, around 70 km from Mandalay city in Myanmar. MMID is also the developer of Myotha Industrial Park (MIP), a greenfield 10,000 acre mixed-used Industrial Zone.The land footprint of SMP (all phases) is about 152 hectares with an expected quay length of 1,500 meters. SMP will be developed in phases as container port traffic builds up over time.

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eConsultant2: Green Buildings in India Initiative

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Deadline: 11-Jan-2016 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.)

IFC is looking to select a Knowledge Partner to conduct India building
(a) Outreach events in 5 cities:
a. Half-a-day events with an introductory session on EDGE & IFCs Green Building program (details to be shared at RFP stage)
b. Presentations by selected recognized architects/engineers/designers
(b) Knowledge exchange events at major universities in the same 5 cities
(c) Organise a national program with architecture, mechanical engineering and design students and leading architecture, MEP and design firms towards the goal of setting up an internship and career development opportunity for students. Support IFC in creating and managing the program.

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