Tenders Are Invited For Selection Of A Consulting Firm To Conduct Technical, Social, Economic And Environmental Studies For The Development Of A 225 Km Intercity Highway Between Banana And Matadi

Tenders are invited for Selection of a Consulting Firm to Conduct Technical, Social, Economic and Environmental Studies for the Development of a 225 Km Intercity Highway between Banana and Matadi, including Bypass Roads and Access Ramps to Muanda, Boma and Matadi, as Well as Selected Urban Roads in Muanda, Boma and Matadi Scope of Services The consultant will: Determine the optimal alignment for the intercity expressway between Banana and Matadi. Assess alternative routes and service levels based on environmental, technical and economic considerations. Conduct detailed technical studies for the selected option. Prepare detailed engineering designs (APD) and bidding documents for the corresponding works. Design bypasses for Muanda, Boma and Matadi. Design access ramps connecting the highway to these cities. Propose rehabilitation/strengthening of approximately 40 km of urban roads in Muanda, Boma and Matadi. Determine the horizontal and vertical alignment characteristics. Establish typical cross-sections for the expressway and associated roads. Design pavement structures. Design bridges, drainage structures, hydraulic works and other civil engineering structures. Highlight issues related to the specific characteristics of the project area. Prepare procurement/tender documents for the works. Consultant Qualification Requirements [Disclaimer: The above text is machine translated. For accurate information kindly refer the original document.] Tender Link : https://www.afdb.org/en/projects-and-operations/procurement