Konservasi Indonesia is a national foundation established to support sustainable development in the country. We are the main partner of Conservation International in Indonesia.
We envision a healthy and prosperous Indonesia where biodiversity is valued and preserved. With offices and project sites across Indonesia, we promote a sustainable landscape-seascape approach and establish partnerships with multiple stakeholders across sectors and jurisdictions to deliver lasting impacts for people and nature in Indonesia.
As we are constantly expanding, we are currently looking Consultant to fill the following Terms below:
CONSULTANT (Group/ Company)
Consultant for the development of "Roadmap Protection and Management of Blue Carbon Ecosystem (Mangroves and Seagrasses) in Indonesia for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation"
Request for Proposals
Title: Consultant for the development of "Roadmap Protection and Management of Blue Carbon Ecosystems (Mangroves and Seagrasses) in Indonesia for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation"
RFP No: 001/IX/24
Date of Issuance: 30 September 2024
1. Background
The National Blue Carbon Action Partnership (NBCAP) has successfully initiated its kickoff and soft launch and is now a phase of developing a comprehensive Roadmap for the Protection and Management of Blue Carbon Ecosystems (Mangroves and Seagrasses) in Indonesia for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation. This roadmap aims to serve as a key guide for conservation and utilization of coastal ecosystems, particularly mangroves and seagrasses, in Indonesia. To achieve this goal, a clear mapping of the distribution, value, and condition of Blue Carbon ecosystems, as well as conservation and restoration actions and the roles of various stakeholders involved, is essential. Therefore, NBCAP is seeking an experienced consultant to lead the development of the roadmap. The consultant will play a critical role in facilitating stakeholder engagement, conducting scientific and policy analyses, and drafting the roadmap to ensure alignment with national priorities, international frameworks, and local needs.
2. Project Overview
The objective of hiring a consultant is to:
· Provide technical expertise in the development of Roadmap for the Protection and Management of Blue Carbon Ecosystems (Mangroves and Seagrasses) in Indonesia for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation.
· Ensure the roadmap reflects policy, scientific, implementation and finance analysis.
· Facilitate stakeholder consultations and ensure inputs from relevant sectors are incorporated.
· Align the roadmap with Indonesia's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC), Indonesia Blue Carbon Strategic Framework, Climate Change Mitigation Roadmap for the Marine and Fisheries Sector, Folu Net Sink, and Mangrove Restoration Roadmap.
3. Terms of Reference, Deliverables and Deliverables Schedule
(See Attachment 2)
4. Submission Details
a. Deadline. Proposals must be received no later than Sunday, 6 October 2024 23.59 PM. Late submissions will not be accepted. Proposals must be submitted via email to slusiana@konservasi-id.org, grantcontractid@konservasi-id.org and cc bauriol@konservasi-id.org . All proposals are to be submitted following the guidelines listed in this RFP.
b. Validity of bid. 120 days from the submission deadline
c. Clarifications. Questions may be submitted to bauriol@konservasi-id.org and grantcontractid@konservasi-id.org by the specified date and time in the timeline below. The subject of the email must contain the RFP number and title of the RFP. KI will respond in writing to submitted clarifications by the date specified in the timeline below. Responses to questions that may be of common interest to all bidders will be posted to the KI website and/or communicated via email.
d. Amendments. At any time prior to the deadline for submission of proposals, KI may, for any reason, modify the RFP documents by amendment which will be posted to the KI website and/or communicated via email.
5. Minimum Requirements
a) Advanced degree in environmental science, marine conservation, policy development, or a related field.
b) At least 5 years of experience in blue carbon, marine conservation, or climate change policy.
c) Proven experience in developing strategic roadmaps or national action plans.
d) Strong knowledge of Indonesia's environmental and policy context.
e) Excellent facilitation and communication skills, particularly in stakeholder engagement.
f) Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality written reports in English (and Bahasa Indonesia preferred).
6. Proposal Documents to Include
a. Signed cover page on bidder's letterhead with the bidder's contact information.
b. Signed Representation of Transparency, Integrity, Environmental and Social Responsibility (Attachment 1)
c. Technical Proposal.
i. Corporate Capabilities, Experience, Past Performance, and 3 client references. Please include descriptions of similar projects or assignments and at least three client references.
ii. Qualifications of Key Personnel. Please attach CVs that demonstrate how the team proposed meets the minimum requirements listed in section 5 (Minimum Requirements).
iii. Technical Approach, Methodology and Detailed Work Plan. The Technical Proposal should describe in detail how the bidder intends to carry out the requirements described in the Terms of Reference (Attachment 2).
d. Financial Proposal. Offerors shall use the cost proposal template (Attachment 3).
7. Evaluation Criteria In evaluating proposals, KI will seek the best value for money considering the merits of the technical and costs proposals. Proposals will be evaluated using the following criteria:
| Evaluation Criteria | Score (out of 100) |
| Is the proposed approach and methodology appropriate to the assignment and practical in the prevailing project circumstances? | 25%/ Max points |
| Is the presentation clear and is the sequence of activities and the planning logical, realistic and promise efficient implementation to the project? | 15%/ Max points |
| Does the bidder's past performance demonstrate recent proven experience doing similar work? | 15%/ Max points |
| Does the bidder and the proposed personnel have the specific technical expertise for the assignment? | 25%/ Max points |
| Cost: Costs proposed are reasonable and realistic, reflect a solid understanding of the assignment. | 20%/ Max points |
8. Proposal Timeline
| Complete proposals due to KI | 6 October 2024 |
| Interview and Selection | 7-9 October 2024 |
| Final selection | 10 October 2024 |
9. Resulting Award KI anticipates entering into an agreement with the selected bidder by 4 October 2024. Any resulting agreement will be subject to the terms and conditions of KI's Services Agreement. A model form of agreement can be provided upon request.
This RFP does not obligate KI to execute a contract, nor does it commit KI to pay any costs incurred in the preparation or submission of the proposals. Furthermore, KI reserves the right to reject any and all offers, if such action is considered to be in the best interest of KI. KI will, in its sole discretion, select the winning proposal and is not obligated to share individual evaluation results.
10. Confidentiality All proprietary information provided by the bidder shall be treated as confidential and will not be shared with potential or actual applicants during the solicitation process. This includes but is not limited to price quotations, cost proposals and technical proposals. KI may, but is not obliged to, post procurement awards on its public website after the solicitation process has concluded, and the contract has been awarded. KI's evaluation results are confidential and applicant scoring will not be shared among bidders.
11. Code of Ethics All Offerors are expected to exercise the highest standards of conduct in preparing, submitting and if selected, eventually carrying out the specified work in accordance with KI's Code of Ethics. Konservasi Indonesia's reputation derives from our commitment to our values: Integrity, Respect, Courage, Optimism, Passion and Teamwork. KI's Code of Ethics (the "Code") provides guidance to KI employees, service providers, experts, interns, and volunteers in living KI's core values, and outlines minimum standards for ethical conduct which all parties must adhere to. Any violation of the Code of Ethics, as well as concerns regarding the integrity of the procurement process and documents should be reported to KI via its Ethics Hotline at www.ci.ethicspoint.com.
12. Attachments:
Attachment 1: Representation of Transparency, Integrity, Environmental and Social Responsibility
Attachment 2: Terms of Reference
Attachment 3: Cost Proposal Template
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