Expression of Interest For Environment & Social Scoping Consultant For Monetization Of Select Transmission Assets In Tamil Nadu

Expression of Interest are invited for Environment & Social Scoping Consultant for Monetization of Select Transmission Assets in Tamil Nadu Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation Limited (TANTRANSCO), the state-owned transmission utility of Tamil Nadu, intends to monetize its existing transmission assets to recycle capital and attract private sector participation. IFC will support TANTRANSCO in designing a bankable PPP framework for monetizing selected transmission assets under the Acquire, Operate, Maintain, and Transfer (AOMT) model as per the Ministry of Power, Government of Indias 2022 guidelines on transmission asset monetization, with necessary deviations to address implementation challenges, broaden bidder participation, and optimize pricing outcomes. The assets identified for monetization under this Project include: i. 765 kV Ariyalur Substation (SS) ii. 765 kV transmission line from Ariyalur to Thiruvalam SS, spanning 173.56 kilometers iii. 400 kV transmission line from Ariyalur to Pugalur SS, covering 3.58 kilometers iv. 400 kV transmission line from Ariyalur to Kalivanthapattu SS, covering 3.64 kilometers In this context, IFC is seeking the services of a specialized team of Environment and Social (E&S) consultants to assist with the E&S scoping of the project. The scope of work will include a review of existing environmental and social studies, documents, and procedures; identification of key E&S risks, potential impacts, and corresponding mitigation measuresincluding gender-supportive actions such as the development of gender-based occupational health and safety (OHS) standards; and determination of the applicable IFC Performance Standards (PSs). The assignment will also involve site visit(s) to undertake preliminary stakeholder analysis, identify E&S risks and impacts, assess the presence of any residential structures adjacent to the transmission lines, and evaluate potential biodiversity risks. Additionally, the consultant will conduct a brief gap analysis of relevant national E&S regulations against the applicable IFC Performance Standards (PSs), estimate preliminary costs for addressing the identified gaps, and prepare Terms of Reference (ToRs) for any additional E&S studies required. Tender Link : https://wbgeprocure-rfxnow.worldbank.org/rfxnow/public/advertisement/5346/view.html