FEDERAL MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES-FIRMS SELECTION)
NIGERIA EROSION AND WATERSHED MANAGEMENT PROJECT (NEWMAP)
CREDIT NO: 51050 UNI
ASSIGNMENT TITLE: ENGAGEMENT OF CONSULTANT FOR STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT FOR
ADOPTING COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) BASED TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM IN NIGERIA’s URBAN CITIES
REFERENCE NO. NG-NEWMAP-FPMU-102209-CS-QCBS
In April 2016, Nigeria signed the Paris agreement with commitments to certain intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCS), the purpose of this international agreement is to maintain average temperature increases of the planet to less than 2°C. Henceforth the importance of decreasing carbon dioxide in the atmosphere to slow the growth of global warming via the Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs) signaled a new phase in the global commitment to achieve climate resilience. It is known that one of the main anthropogenic sources of environmental pollutants remains motor vehicles, with over 1 billion vehicles worldwide and steady growth in this number each year. Emissions from fossil fuels combustion are of global concern due to their negative effects on public health and environment; they degrade air quality and pose threats to crops as well. Combustion emissions lead to involuntary exposure to the growing outdoor pollution which accounts for 4.2 million premature deaths globally, and this is expected to double by 2050 (Lelieveld and others, 2015) if unabated.
In 2015, road transport accounted for 15 per cent each of the global energy use and of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from fuel combustion. In the same year, road transport accounted for 22 per cent of CO2 emissions from fuel combustion in Africa and 26 per cent in Nigeria (IEA database, 2017a and 2017b). Due to public transport system inefficiencies in Nigeria, there is no control on types of vehicles used, thus leading to an annual over-combustion of 1.2 million metric of gasoline and over emission of 4,400 metric tons of air pollutants (NNPC 2014).
Subsequently, Nigeria’s renewed commitment for the utilization of gas will support commitments to global and local environmental sustainability and thus necessitates a switch to cleaner fuels in Nigeria.
The Federal Government has received a credit from the International Development Association (IDA) towards the cost of the Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (NEWMAP). Component 3 of the project is to address Climate Change Response with the objective to strengthen Nigeria’s capacity to promote low carbon, climate resilient development. This component is defined as a framework, including key areas of focus, with specific activities in those areas to be further defined as part of the implementation process. The Nigerian air quality programmes has been identified to be one of the key activities to be implemented under this component. The Federal Project Management Unit of the Nigeria Erosion and
Watershed Management project intends to use part of the proceeds of the credit for the engagement of a consultant (Firm) for the Strategy Development for Adopting Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Based Transportation System in Nigeria’s Urban Cities.
The consulting services (“the Services”) include engaging a Gas Consultancy Firm to design a socially, economically and environmentally viable national strategy for using gas-based fuel as an alternative to using fossil fuels for transportation system in Nigeria’s major urban centers; towards reducing net greenhouse emissions and to achieve Nigeria’s INDCs in meeting the global commitments in mitigating the effects of climate change and achieve sustainable infrastructure development.
The strategy for the adoption of CNG based fuel for transportation in Nigeria’s urban centers is expected to enjoy a strong international recognition and to form a sound basis for attracting the private sector to invest in the programme, also to contribute to reduction of greenhouse gas emission change attainment of sustainable development. To this end, the consultant(s) shall develop a strategy for CNG based transportation system that is transformational: fully and effectively participatory: and mainstreamed into implementing Ministries (Federal/States) sector plans and budgets.
Scope of the Assignment
To develop a holistic, pragmatic feasible, cost-effective and socially acceptable strategy for the use of gas-based fuels in the transportation sector for the country and its implications for developing the needed infrastructure and adding value throughout the gas chain. The scope of work shall be undertaken in four phases as elaborated below:
Phase 1: ROAD TRANSPORT FUELS LANDSCAPE REVIEW
This phase of the project shall provide a concise general picture of the road transport fuels landscape by providing detailed overview of biofuels production and consumption and of related policies worldwide and nationally. This phase will require a comprehensive review and study of the different aspects of using gas-based fuel for transportation at global, and national levels, with cross country experiences and interventions. This phase will also require carrying out a comprehensive analysis and discussion of key aspects affecting the overall sustainability of biofuels and their impact on transportation and greenhouse gas emissions.
Phase 2: AIR POLLUTION AND FUEL COMBUSTION EMISSIONS EVALUATION, MONITORING AND CONTROL:
This phase will require assessing existing air pollution and fuel combustion emissions evaluation and monitoring control system. This will require assessing existing air quality monitoring and evaluation tools both globally and nationally to consider their application in Nigeria. The Phase will entail carrying out general and specific detailed studies on air pollution sources, type and concentration, assessing their severity and magnitude of adverse health effects both spatially and temporally and collection of data and information on population exposure and exposure-health associations derived from epidemiological evidence, effects of air pollution exposure on human health, air quality monitoring and evaluation methods for Nigeria. This phase should also consider the evaluation of air quality as they relate to emission of greenhouse gases in general and particularly those associated with emissions from the use of fuels for transportation. Specifically, the series of studies and analyses to be carried out shall include the following:
• Assess the current air quality and gather relevant data on fuel combustion emissions.
• Analyse the impact of the different gas-based fuel types on air quality
• Assess the environmental performance of gas-based fuels compared with conventional fuels and other alternatives.
• Review and carry out a lifecycle analysis of greenhouse gas emissions for vehicles fuelled by gas, gasoline and diesel
• Analyse the global warming potential of methane, with due consideration for two-time horizons namely 100 years and 20 years. The period of 20 years is selected because reductions of emissions in the next two decades are arguably far more critical than those in the next century.
• Apply the lifecycle analysis to Nigeria and conduct sensitivity analysis on the assumptions (about leakages and so on).
• Assess existing safety regulations policies
• Make appropriate recommendations for sustainable emissions control.
These above studies shall be conducted in major Nigeria cities covering all geo-political zones. Among others the cities to be chosen for the first phase, shall include the following:
1. Lagos & Ibadan.
2. Port Harcourt & Benin City.
3. Enugu & Owerri.
4. Kano & Sokoto.
5. Ilorin, Jos & Abuja.
6. Jalingo & Gombe.
Phase 3: CIVIC ENGAGEMENT ON ADOPTION OF COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) BASED TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM.
The aim of this phase is twofold. The first is to carry out studies in selected cities to analyze the efficiency of using different STATION SYSTEMS. The first is causation differ energy system configurations reduce emissions and achieve cost and energy savings. These studies shall analyze effects of using of fuels on population, urban density, land use, quality of the built environment, energy systems design and energy system cost savings, all of which are critical for designing a holistic long-term urban energy planning frameworks and supportive market. The study will involve a detailed analysis of lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions and carry out financial analysis for viability. Principal elements for consideration for data collection and analysis shall include:
• Fuel supply >pipeline, CNG or liquefied natural gas (LNG)
• Supply Infrastructure > distance from closest gas pipeline
• Vehicles = > conversion Kits and procedure; source of new dedicated gas vehicles
• Refuelling stations == >Centralised station for public transport vehicles/freight vehicles
• Fuel pricing policy == > Taxation policy for natural gas, PMS and diesel fuel
• Other taxation policy ==> Taxation policy for vehicles and refuelling stations.
This stage will entail the assessment of the implementation of existing urban transport master plan and come up with reform Master plan: The proposal will integrate into a reliable, realistic and financially viable urban, land-use and transport master plan. This master plan would be agreed by the key stakeholders; the Federal government through the Ministry of Petroleum Resources, Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Transport and Ministry of Trade and Industry. Federal Ministry of Power, Works and Housing and State Ministries of Physical Planning and Urban Development. Local Governments Conduct consultative meetings with stakeholders, government & its agencies to share feedback and proposals.
The second aim is to engage the people on proposed options for implementing gas-based transport systems in the selected cities. Use participatory methods for citizens’ engagement to ensure a robust feed into national landscape assessment. Select financially viable options based on the study findings as well as feedback from the consulted stakeholders, revise the financial analysis as needed, and compute the net reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
Phase 4: DEVELOPMENT, VALIDATION AND SUPERVISION OF IMPLEMENTATION OF THE STRATEGY FOR GAS-BASED TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM
- DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION OF STRATEGY
In developing the strategy, the consultant(s) shall integrate all inputs from the review of existing policies, plans, laws and regulations on energy and gas utilization and related laws and policies.
Generally, in the carrying out of the assignment, the consultant(s) will need to fully understand the oil and gas as well as the transportation and land use planning sector in Nigeria. - SUPERVISION OF IMPLEMENTATION OF PROPOSED TRANSPORT SYSTEM
The consultant is required to provide adequate and qualified staff to supervise the implementation of the above validated proposed transport system reform. In this context, the consultant shall among other things:
1. Work with supervising ministry (ies) and other stakeholders to implement proposed policy changes in line with the recommendations of the master plan.
2. Work with all relevant stakeholders towards addressing Identified market failures
3. Carry out necessary sensitization programmes & public awareness campaigns to support transition to gas-based transport system
4. Assist in implementation of the investment plan for the entire value chain, by working with the client and prepare all documentations required for implementing the strategy including the identification, recruitment and bringing on board prospective private sector investors.
5. Work with client and prepare all documentations required for implementing the strategy including the identification, recruitment and bringing on board prospective private sector investors.
6. provide catalog of challenges and proffer solutions in the implementation of the validated strategy
7. Assist in policy formulation and governance framework for each sub-sector in the master plan
8. Formulate standards in line with international best practices for HSE fuel-conversion Kits and risk assessment
9. Develop a concise and bankable catalogue for investment drive
10. Coordinate with all stakeholders to resolve all identified land-use issues for new and existing refueling stations.
11. Liaise with all relevant government agencies other stakeholders to ensure gas availability, and assessment of all modes of transport to fueling stations.
12. Prepare necessary documentation and drive investment campaign towards securing interest and participation of the private sector in the various value chain
13. Carry out all activities that may be required by the client towards the implementation of the plan.
NIGERIA EROSION AND WATERSHED MANAGEMENT PROJECT (NEWMAP)
ASSUMPTIONS AND DISSEMINATION
International standards, industry-wide accepted software, models (e.g. for analysis, plant design, economic and financials).
The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following website: https://newmap.gov.ng
Duration of services
The consulting services shall be for a period of twelve (12) months and supervision for twelve (12) months.
The Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (NEWMAP) now invite eligible consulting firms (Consultants) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested
Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The short-listing criteria are:
1. Evidence of legal status of the firm (business and years in business) shall not be less than 10 years relevant general working experience.
2. Profile of firm including ownership structure with full contact details:
3. Capability profile of the firm (Track Records); including details of experience in similar assignment;
4. Technical and managerial capability of the firm
5. Experience of working in a similar geographical region
The consultants should have the following skills and experience: –
1. Demonstrated experience as a Global CNG strategy consulting firm.
2. Demonstrated evidence in the last ten (10) years of developing CNG Strategies in developing countries and provide evidence of a minimum of two (2) similar experiences of relevant assignments with evidence of delivery.
3. Evidence of unmatched insights into the global CNG consulting market and access to best-in-class consultants
4. Evidence of a High and objective comparability and differentiation of performances capabilities, expertise and skills of the consultants in carrying out similar CNG services for all the 4 Phases
5. Evidence of similar implementing of strategy including the identification through recruitment and bringing on board prospective private sector investors.
The list of documents to be submitted along with Eol [Expression of Interest] shall not be more than 60 pages. These are:
a. Name, address, e-mail, telephone along with a note on the ownership and organizational structure and core business area of the consulting firm,
b. Documents s/References to demonstrate that the firm is in the business at least for the last 10 years (track record)
c. Documents relating to details of similar assignments executed during the last 10 years,
d. Certificate from the statutory auditors/ Chartered Accountant stating the year wise annual turnover during each of the last three financial years [i.e. 2015-16,2016-17 and 2017-18);
e. A brief write-up on technical and managerial capability of the firm for undertaking the assignment
The documents shall be properly page numbered
Key Experts will not be evaluated at the short-listing stage.
The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section Il, paragraphs, 3.14.3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers October 2017 for insert date of applicable Procurement Regulations edition as per the legal agreement Procurement
Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
In addition, please refer to the following specific information on conflict of interest related to this assignment:
Consultants shall not be hired for any assignment that would be in conflict with their prior or current obligations to other clients, or that may place them in a position of being unable to carry out the assignment in the best interests of the Borrower. Without limitation on the generality of the foregoing, Consultants shall not be hired under the circumstances set forth below
1. A firm that has been engaged by the Borrower to provide Goods, Works, or Non consulting Services for a project (or an affiliate that directly or indirectly controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with that firm), shall be disqualified from providing Consulting Services resulting from, or directly related to, those Goods Works, or Non-consulting Services. This provision does not apply to the various firms (Consultants, contractors, or suppliers), which together are performing the contractor’s obligations under a turnkey or design and build contract;
2. A firm that has been engaged by the Borrower to provide Consulting Services for the preparation or implementation of a project (or an affiliate that directly or indirectly controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with that Consulting firm), shall be disqualified from subsequently providing Goods, Works, or Non-consulting Services resulting from, or directly related to those Consulting Services. This provision does not apply to the various firms (Consultants, contractors, or suppliers), which together are performing the contractor’s obligations under a turnkey or design and build contract
3. Neither a Consultant (including personnel and sub-consultants), nor an affiliate (that directly or indirectly controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with that Consultant), shall be hired for any assignment that, by its nature, creates a conflict of interest with another assignment of the Consultant;
4. Consultants (including their experts and other personnel, and sub-consultants), that have a close business or family relationship with a professional staff of the Borrower, or of the project implementing agency, or of a recipient of a part of the Bank’s financing, or any other party representing or acting on behalf of the Borrower, that is directly or indirectly involved in any part of:
1. The preparation of the TOR for the assignment.
2. The selection process for the contractor.
3. The supervision of the contract may not be awarded a contract, unless the conflict stemming from this relationship has been resolved in a manner acceptable to the Bank throughout the selection process and the execution of the contract.
Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications, but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/or a sub-consultancy. In the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected.
A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 10.00 a.m to 16.00 p.m. Mondays to Fridays, excluding public holidays.
Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by courier) not later than 4.00pm on 13th November, 2019
Salisu Dahiru
The Federal Project Coordinator
Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (NEWMAP)
56 Mamman Nasir Street, off T.Y.Danjuma Street, Asokoro, Abuja, Nigeria.
Telephone: +234-803-057-0625; +234-803-647-7409; +234-806-602-9902
E-mail: fpmu@newmap.gov.ng
