RFP_008_2026_Natl Firm develop policy assessment, regulatory, planning framework

Name of Service: RFP_008_2026_National consultancy firm to develop policy assessment, regulatory and planning frameworks for integration of primary forest landscapes into National Development Planning. Project: Generating multiple benefits through strengthened protection of the primary forest landscape in Lao PDR. Duration of Assignment: 80 calendar days over a period of 6 monthsThe online pre-bid meeting will be conducted on 14 July 2026 from 10:00 am (Lao Time)https://undp.zoom.us/j/85800266368?pwd=ozKG2eKcSbG5MBLb1JkyLuwNk3l8pF.1&from=addon Meeting ID: 858 0026 6368 Passcode: 906850Scope of Service.Under this consultancy, the firm selected will need to work closely with the PMU, review the existing literature and report prepared by experts, as well as review existing systems already developed within national frameworks. The consultancy firm will perform following tasks:1. Inception meeting and desk review: Conduct an inception meeting with the PMU and Government Partners.The PMU will facilitate a virtual meeting with the GEF Critical Forest Biome regional coordination programme, to exchange information on the regional policy review and align terminology and methodology. The Service Provider is expected to ensure alignment with regional and global programming for GEF Critical Forest Biome Integrated Programme.Conduct a desk review of international and regional definitions and frameworks for primary forest (e.g., intact forest landscapes, primary forests, high conservation value areas);Compile and review datasets, including GIS where possible, relevant to forest cover, biodiversity, land use, protected areas, infrastructure, and concessions (documenting metadata, sources, and data gaps);Review project documentation, national policies, strategies, laws, regulations, and institutional frameworks relevant to forestry, biodiversity, protected areas, agriculture, mining, energy, infrastructure development, environmental management, land administration, and national deve