Expression of Interest For Nature-Based Solutions As Flood Risk Mitigation Measures For The Mo Chu, Pho Chu, And Punatshangchu Rivers In Punakha And Wangdue Districts

Expression of Interest for Nature-based Solutions as Flood Risk Mitigation Measures for the Mo Chu, Pho Chu, and Punatshangchu Rivers in Punakha and Wangdue Districts The Punatsangchhu River Basin (PRB) is one of the largest basins in Bhutan, covering approximately 25% of the countrys total area. Two of the main rivers flowing through the basin, the Pho Chu (Phochhu) and the Mo Chu (Mochhu), flow through the Punakha and Wangdue Phodrang districts. The Thorthomi glacial lake, considered to be one of the most dynamic and dangerous glacial lakes within Bhutan, is located at the headwater of the Phochhu sub-basin at over 4440 m above sea level. Most of Bhutans human settlements and major economic activities are located along the main drainage basins. The Punakha and Wangdue Phodrang districts within the PRB are renowned as Bhutans primary rice production regions, contributing 16% and 11%, respectively, to the nations total rice output. The area is also rich in historical and cultural heritage, with notable landmarks such as Punakha Dzong. The Infrastructure Planning and Flood Adaptation Division (IPFAD), Department of Human Settlement, Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport is responsible for planning flood risk reduction and mitigation measures in Bhutan. The IPFAD is seeking to investigate the potential of and investment plans for Nature Based Solutions (NBS) as flood risk reduction measures for the Mo Chu, Pho Chu, and Punatshangchu rivers flowing through Punakha and Wangdue Districts. The goal is to enhance the resilience of these districts to flood hazards while minimizing environmental impacts and promoting sustainable development. The World Bank will be supporting IPFAD through hiring a technical consulting firm (international / national / joint venture) to conduct a detailed analysis of the potential for NBS to reduce flood risk and build resilience in these areas. The Firm will be responsible for developing a comprehensive report that includes a thorough understanding of the current flood risk situation, the identification of suitable NBS alternatives, the impacts of suitable NBS alternatives, and the development of an investment plan for their implementation, and the operations & maintenance (O&M) plan for the NBS. This study will provide valuable input for future policy directions and strategies to ensure effective flood risk management in the region. Tender Link : https://wbgeprocure-rfxnow.worldbank.org/rfxnow/public/advertisement/5068/view.html

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