Description / Scope of Work
The Punjab Resilient and Inclusive Agriculture Transformation project (P176786), financed by the International Development Association (IDA Credit IDA-71640), seeks to engage a Technical Service Provider (TSP) consultant for Component 1.2 implementation. This is a contract award notice for hiring specialized consulting services to support agricultural transformation initiatives in Punjab Province. The contract duration is 13 months, with a signed contract value of USD 493,000.00. The project is being implemented under World Bank procurement guidelines using the Consultant Qualification Selection (CQS) method, which prioritizes consultant experience and qualifications over price alone.
The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), a specialized research organization based in Lahore, Pakistan, has been selected as the awarded consultant following a competitive qualification-based selection process. IWMI achieved a combined evaluation score of 80.11 out of 100, exceeding the minimum qualifying threshold of 70, with particular strength in key personnel (48.64 points) and technical competence (75.14 points). The consultant must demonstrate relevant experience in water management, agriculture, and development projects aligned with the project's focus on inclusive and resilient agricultural practices in Punjab.
The procurement notice was published on June 29, 2026, with the award notification issued on May 25, 2026. Interested stakeholders and potential observers can access detailed project information through the World Bank's projects portal at the provided reference. For further details regarding the contract terms, scope of work, and consultant responsibilities, interested parties should contact the project implementation unit through official World Bank channels or the Punjab Office of Farmer Welfare and Management (OFWM) coordinating the project delivery.