Expression of Interest For Environmental And Social Safeguard Studies

Expression of Interest for Environmental and Social Safeguard Studies for the Ethiopian Poultry Value Chain Development Project (E-PVDP) 2. Objectives of the Assignment The objective of the assignment is to undertake ESIA studies (for Mojo Farm and the six regions) and prepare a Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP) and Pest Management Plan (PMP) for the EPVDP. The consultant will identify and analyze stakeholders, design engagement strategies, and collect field data on pest management practices. It will develop integrated pest management approaches and assess environmental and social risks across all project phases. 2 The assignment will also propose mitigation measures, ensure compliance with national and AfDB safeguard requirements, and support informed decision-making to enhance environmental sustainability and social inclusion. 3. Scope of Services The consultant will assess Environmental and Social (E&S) risks and impacts of the E-PVDP in line with national laws and African Development Bank (AfDB) safeguards and propose mitigation measures. Spatial Scope: 60 woredas in six regions (Oromia, Amhara, Central Ethiopia, South Ethiopia, Sidama, Southwest Ethiopia) and Mojo poultry farm. Thematic Scope: Preparation of Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP), Pest Management Plan (PMP), and Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) per AfDB ISS and Ethiopian regulations. Stakeholder Engagement Plan/SEP: Identify and analyze stakeholders; develop engagement strategies, communication plans, timelines, feedback systems, and grievance mechanisms. Pest Management Plan (PMP): Assess pest risks; develop Integrated Pest Management strategies to minimize health, environmental, and economic impacts. Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA): Conduct scoping, baseline studies, and impact assessments; analyze alternatives; propose mitigation measures and ESMP; ensure stakeholder consultation and grievance redress. The ESIA will cover environmental (land, water, waste, biodiversity, climate) and social aspects (livelihoods, labor, health, gender), aligned with national and international frameworks. The Ministry of Agriculture and E-PVDP invite eligible consulting firms to express interest in providing the Services. Interested firms shall demonstrate qualifications and relevant experience and specifically indicate. Core Business and Experience: Firms profile and legal status with a minimum 5 years in environmental and social studies, supported by registration and project records. Relevant Experience: Description of similar assignments and references with a proven track record in ESIA, ESMP, RAP, SEP, and PMP in the agricultural sector within the last five years. Capacity: Availability of qualified technical and managerial staff with relevant expertise and project experience and capacity to mobilize within the required timeline Tender Link : https://www.afdb.org/en/projects-and-operations/procurement

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