Expression of Interest For Consultant For The Project Scoping/ Site Selection Study: Development Of Wind Resource Assessment And Meteorological Mast Project Site Selection

Expression of Interest for Consultant for the Project Scoping/ Site Selection Study: Development of Wind Resource Assessment and Meteorological Mast Project Site Selection Design, Construction, Supply, Dismantling and Commissioning of Two Rescue and Work Boats for the above Mentioned Water Transport Project of the City of Kochi Scope of work After the wind resource assessment and project site selection analyses, a comprehensive report for the entire study area shall be prepared, according to national and international guidelines. The consultant shall inform the client about relevant matters, such as missing/no access to relevant data required to conduct the analyses. A logbook and periodic meetings, formally agreed upon between consultant and client, shall be maintained to keep track of all relevant matters during the project. Project coordination and management shall include coordination of consultants with relevant stakeholders such as the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) and the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT). Schedules, technical details, and all necessary coordination shall be directly discussed. The client shall be informed about relevant matters until handing over of the final project site selection report. The assignment will involve the following tasks: Phase 1: Desktop Study Evaluation of the geographical features such as elevation, slopes, roughness, and obstacles (e.g., hills, valleys, forests, buildings) Report required. Use of tools such as topographical maps, satellite imagery, or GIS (Geographic Information System) to gather data on the terrain. Conduct a desktop analysis using tools like the Global Wind Atlas (GWA) and Renewable Energy Zoning (REZoning) Tool. Define criteria such as wind potential, accessibility, environmental impact, and proximity to infrastructure for selecting the optimal site. Assess the logistical requirements for installation, such as access roads, power supply, and communication systems for data collection and transmission Report required. Identify and rank potential sites using Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) approaches Report required. Mark the boundaries of the measurement area based on the analysis of terrain, wind conditions, and other relevant factors - Report required. Analyse exclusion zones based on environmental, cultural, and technical criteria. Highlight areas where the terrain complexity, environmental and social complexities may limit measurement accuracy or affect the feasibility of Met Mast installation Report required Provide a rationale for the selected site, such as why this particular location offers optimal conditions for data collection (e.g., minimal interference from terrain, environmental concerns, logistical considerations) - Report required. Identify the exact locations for Met Mast installation within the selected site, ensuring coverage of the areas wind conditions Report required. Develop a layout that maximises data accuracy, ensuring optimasation of masts placement and adequate positioning to reflect varying wind speeds and directions across the site Report required. Phase 2: Site Visits Conduct on-site assessments to verify data and observe site conditions. Assess key factors such as: o Accessibility and terrain o Flora and fauna o Transmission infrastructure proximity o Land use and environmental sensitivities Engage local stakeholders, including government ministries and nearby communities. Phase 3: Data Analysis Assess wind resource data, including Weibull distributions, turbulence, and air density. Evaluate preliminary energy yield using International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards for turbine classification. Conduct Environmental and Social Screening. Phase 4: Reporting Develop a comprehensive report with the following components: o Executive Summary o Methodology o Site Assessment Results o Wind Resource Analysis o Environmental and Social Considerations o Recommendations and Justifications o Preliminary Layout and Energy Yield Projections Tender Link : https://www.eif.org.na/documents/procurement-open-bids-consultancy-services