Expression of Interest For Consulting Firm To Develop Pre-Feasibility Studies And Analyze The Regulatory Framework For Mini-G

Expression of Interest are invited for Consulting Firm to Develop Pre-Feasibility Studies and Analyze the Regulatory Framework for Mini-G. Publication Date: 02/03/2025 12:00 AM EST EOI Deadline: 02/20/2025 11:59 PM EST The Digital and Energy Connectivity for Inclusion in Madagascar (DECIM) project aims to expand access to renewable energy and digital services and increase the inclusion of underserved communities. The project takes a coordinated approach to capture synergies in the mutual deployment of energy infrastructure and services and Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Access to energy is a fundamental prerequisite for connecting individuals and businesses to ICTs and digital services. Conversely, the increasing adoption of broadband digital devices and the deployment of grid infrastructure can boost electricity demand from consumers and businesses, creating reliable revenue streams for public utilities and private sector providers, thereby increasing the impact of each additional power connection. Both renewable energy and increased access to digital technologies are essential for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and contributing to climate change adaptation and mitigation. Thus, the Government of Madagascar (GoM), with funding from the International Development Association (IDA), seeks to select a consulting firm to: Analyze the regulatory framework for public-private partnerships (PPPs) for mini-grids and propose improvements to encourage private investment. Carry out two tasks: pre-feasibility studies on the list of 8 mini-grids and provide advisory services to help the government achieve its rural electricity access targets. These mini-grids, which were financed under PPP arrangements, are now at a standstill due to various reasons: poor management, underestimated maintenance costs, technical issues related to maintenance, overestimated demand, and lack of funds for infrastructure extension or renewal, etc. As part of the provision of an affordable and sustainable public service, the Government wishes to launch pre-feasibility studies on these sites (see annex for the list of sites) to assess the feasibility of recommissioning these sites that were previously electrified. Tender Link : https://wbgeprocure-rfxnow.worldbank.org/rfxnow/public/advertisement/4740/view.html