Consulting services for technical assistance and support in conducting public communication and workshops

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION) Country: Republic of Moldova Project: Sustainable Transition through Energy Efficiency in Moldova Project (STEEM) Grant No.: TF-C4723 Assignment Title: Consulting Services for technical assistance and support in conducting public communication and workshops Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): RFP No. 9696 – E2.5.1/2 Market approach: Open / National The Republic of Moldova has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Sustainable Transition through Energy Efficiency in Moldova Project (STEEM), and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The objective of the project is to increase the energy efficiency (EE) in public buildings in Moldova and in Chisinau District Heating System. The consulting services (“the Services”) include the provision, to the Client (MEPIU) of acting as Implementation Support Consultant for preparation and implementation of the activities/contracts that cover the scope of Project. The Consultant will be responsible for: technical assistance for effective public communication to ensure transparency and visibility of the Project. Also, the assignment covers the development and execution of a Communication Plan, social surveys, awareness campaigns, and organization of related events. The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found on MEPIU’s official web-site (ucipe.gov.md). The Moldova Energy Projects Implementation Unit (MEPIU) now invites 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 shortlisting criteria are: Minimum 5 years of proven experience in communication services. Experience in Europe and Central Asia is required. Experience in the Republic of Moldova will be considered a strong advantage