Narrative description of Project:

The assignment encompasses two main tasks: supervising a civil works contract and aiding in the acquisition of road maintenance equipment. In the civil works contract supervision, the Consultant oversees the contract execution, ensuring road safety, environmental protection, and compliance with historical site preservation. They review designs, monitor progress, and maintain quality standards. The Consultant also assists in equipment procurement, crafting specifications, evaluating bids, and ensuring equipment aligns with specifications. Environmental and social safeguards are paramount. The Consultant adheres to World Bank guidelines, conducts community consultations, and manages environmental impacts. Occupational safety, including COVID-19 prevention, is emphasized. Heritage preservation involves safeguarding historical and cultural sites, like San-Tash. The Consultant minimizes disruptions and creates action plans for site protection. Training programs and workshops cover safety, environmental care, and pandemic precautions. In essence, the Consultant's role ensures effective contract execution, equipment procurement, compliance with standards, cultural heritage protection, and safety implementation. This approach aligns with international norms and project goals, guided by the World Bank's directives.

Objectives of the Assignment:

· The primary objective is to oversee the execution of a civil works contract and facilitate the procurement of road maintenance equipment. The first phase involves supervising the civil works contract. This entails ensuring the proper implementation of construction activities on road sections, while also guaranteeing compliance with road safety standards, environmental regulations, and social safeguards. Measures to protect historical and cultural heritage sites are also a crucial part of this oversight.

In the subsequent phase, the objective is to provide, assistance in procuring road maintenance equipment. This includes tasks such as preparing technical specifications, evaluating bids, and ensuring that the acquired equipment adheres to the specified criteria.

Approx. value of the contract (in current NRs; US$ or Euro): 

Total Contract Value: US$ 80,500.00 (Part of WAI)

Total No. of person-months of the assignment: 14 (Part of WAI)

Duration of assignment (months): 32 Months

Approx. value of the services provided by your firm under the contract (in current NRs; US$ or Euro): US$ US$ 80,500.00 (WAI)

Country: Kyrgyzstan

Location within country: Kyrgyzstan

Name of joint venture partner or sub-Consultants:

FCG, Finland (Lead Form)

Name of Experts:

Shiva Pd. Dhakal

Rikesh Chitrakar