Tenders Are Invited For Individual Consultancy - Comprehensive Biodiversity Assessment At Rp Kigali College

Tenders are invited for Individual Consultancy - Comprehensive Biodiversity Assessment at RP Kigali College. IV. Description of the assignment The expert will be responsible for conducting the assessment, including collection of data on the field, and developing a comprehensive report to be submitted to Rwanda Polytechnic and the funder. The assignment will be done in different steps: Conduct a baseline biodiversity assessment at RP Kigali College Analyse project documents to understand the scope of the project, especially as regards to the planned construction site at RP Kigali College. This should include: A review of the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) A review and analysis of IBAT and GBIF datasets Define and justify the study area for the biodiversity assessment, taking into account the characteristics of the proposed infrastructure works and the ecological requirements of potentially affected species, particularly bats. Conduct relevant stakeholders interviews, including with the Rwanda Polytechnic staff and local environmental authorities to collect information on local biodiversity and potential ecological sensitivities within the project area. Conduct a baseline biodiversity assessment on the RP Kigali College campus, including field observations and data collection on flora and fauna present on the site. The assessment shall include the identification of protected, threatened, endemic, or ecologically significant species and habitats, assessed using the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species and relevant national conservation lists. The consultant is expected to conduct at least 4 site visits, including a minimum of 2 day-time visits and 2 night-time visits. Identify and document bat species present on the campus, including potential roosting sites, habitats, and movement patterns where feasible. Assess other relevant components of the local ecosystem, such as vegetation cover, bird species, insects, and other wildlife that may be affected by construction activities. Map and describe key ecological areas and habitats within or near the proposed construction site. Prepare a comprehensive report, including recommendations and mitigation measures Define a clear methodology for assessing and rating the significance of environmental and biodiversity impacts, including criteria for determining impact magnitude, sensitivity, duration, reversibility, and likelihood. The methodology shall be described and justified in the report. Analyze the potential environmental risks and impacts associated with the planned infrastructure works, particularly in relation to habitat disturbance, loss of roosting sites, noise, vibrations, vegetation removal, and artificial lighting. Evaluate potential impacts during both the construction phase and operational phase of the future student housing, if possible in close collaboration with the design firm recruited by Rwanda Polytechnic. Propose practical mitigation measures in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy (Avoid- Minimize- Compensate), with specific recommendations related to biodiversity conservation and bat conservation where relevant. Provide recommendations for biodiversity-sensitive construction practices, site planning, and habitat preservation or enhancement, in close collaboration with the design firm. Suggest monitoring measures where appropriate - including quantitative and qualitative indicators - to ensure the effectiveness of mitigation actions over time. Define roles and responsibilities for the implementation of recommended mitigation and monitoring measures, in coordination with Rwanda Polytechnic and the design firm. Provide an indicative budget estimate for the implementation of recommended biodiversity mitigation and monitoring measures, where feasible. Produce a comprehensive assessment report summarizing the methodology, findings, identified risks, recommended mitigation and monitoring measures, responsibilities and indicative budget to be integrated in the projects environmental and social documentation A proposed ecological planting and landscape framework using native and indigenous species appropriate to the Rwanda / East African context for erosion control, biodiversity, habitat support, and stormwater management for integration into the design project Grasses and groundcovers for soil stability and erosion control. Canopy trees to enhance biodiversity, provide shade and define outdoor spaces Shrubs and understory planting to support biodiversity. Species suitable for stormwater management and drainage areas Proposed species to be shared in palettes with images and scientific name, family, English name, Kinyarwanda name, origin, ecological/traditional The proposed planting palette should draw inspiration from the existing vegetation across the wider RP Kigali campus, within and beyond the surveyed area, while also benchmarking successful ecological landscapes beyond the campus, eco parks such as Nyandungu Eco-Park and other similar located in Kigali, Umusambi Village and other emerging ecological spaces in Kigali Coordination Mrs Cyrielle Cahuzac, Team Leader for the Technical Assistance of TDT, will be the service providers sole contact person for Expertise France. Close collaboration must take place with Rwanda Polytechnic personnel from assignment preparation right up to completion. Rwanda Polytechnic will have final validation on all deliverables, with involvement from AFD. V. Place, duration and terms of performance 1) Date and duration of the project Estimated start date: November 2026 Estimated finish date: January 2027 Estimate number of working days: 30 days Location: Kigali Deadline: Sunday, 25/10/2026 23:59 [Disclaimer: The above text is machine translated. For accurate information kindly refer the original document.] Tender Link : https://www.jobinrwanda.com/job/terms-reference-individual-consultancy-comprehensive-biodiversity-assessment-rp-kigali-college