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Study on the Feasibility, Technical Configuration (detailed engineering design), and Risk Mitigation for the Development for Wildlife Corriod in Batang Toru Ecosystem
Request for Proposals
Title: Study on the Feasibility, Technical Configuration (Detailed Engineering Design), and Risk Mitigation for the Development of Wildlife Corridor in Batang Toru Forest Ecosystem
RFP No: KI-004/X/2024
Date of Issuance: 15 Oct 2024
1. Background
As one of the centers of biodiversity in Sumatra, the Batang Toru Forest Ecosystem (BTFE) has high scientific value and important biodiversity to protect. Much of the BTFE area is categorized as Key Biodiversity Area, which is one of the most important places in the world for the protection and conservation of species and their habitats. Approximately 67 species of mammals, 287 species of birds and 110 species of herpetofauna were recorded living in this landscape (Perbatakusuma et al., 2006). For the Tapanuli orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis), which was declared a new species in 2017 (Nater et al., 2017) and has a Critically Endangered conservation status according to the IUCN, the BTFE is the only place to live with an estimated population of ~800 individuals (Sloan et al., 2018). In addition, the BTFE area also has potential and economic importance, such as the utilization of the Batang Toru watershed as water catchment area for hydropower plants, development of geothermal potential, mining activities, and life support for the surrounding community (Arief et al., 2022). The development of potentials owned by the BTFE for economic interests gradually affects the integrity of the BTFE area.
Currently, in terms of landscape, BTFE is fragmented by a road that divides the BTFE area into two habitat blocks, namely West Block and East Block. This causes the disconnection of ecosystem connectivity or wildlife habitat patches within the BTFE area. Based on the Indonesian Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (IBSAP) 2025-2045 document (BAPPENAS, 2024), preserving or improving ecosystem connectivity is recognized as a key strategy to protect biodiversity, maintain viable ecosystems and wildlife populations, and facilitate the movement and adaptation of wildlife populations to climate change. Improving ecosystem connectivity can be accomplished through the development of wildlife corridors. In the context of BTFE and considering existing conditions, the urgency of developing wildlife corridors can be said to have a relatively high tendency, considering: 1) the status of BTFE area which is not a Conservation Area; 2) the management of BTFE area which is held by various stakeholders with their respective interests; 3) the massive trend of potential development in and/or around BTFE area.
Based on studies conducted by Fredriksson & Usher (2017) and Lembaga Sipirok Lestari Indonesia & Yayasan Ekosistem Lestari (2017), priority corridor locations in the BTFE area have been identified, such as corridors in Hutaimbaru, Adian Koting, Bulu Mario/Sitandiang, and Lubuk Raya. In 2024, there is a new study related to the potential corridor in the East Block of BTFE, namely the corridor connecting Dolok Saut Protected Forest and Dolok Sipirok Nature Reserve. Based on the results of the initial assessment of the current corridor implementation in BTFE, the intervention carried out by institutions (NGOs and/or private sectors) in the priority location of the corridor has different progress and standards. In addition, it does not rule out the possibility that there are other potential corridor locations that have not been identified in the BTFE area.
In order to comprehensively strengthen the status of wildlife corridors in BTFE, such as through the integration of corridors into provincial spatial planning documents, recognition of corridor areas through relevant regulations, and other possible schemes, a comprehensive study is needed and based on valid, credible, and actual data, analysis, and standards that are built on current conditions, results of previous studies, and lessons learned from stakeholders' efforts in building corridors. The development of wildlife corridors also needs to consider feasibility factors and potential risks, especially in biophysical, biodiversity, socio-economic-cultural aspects, so that it can be implemented on target. Based on the above points, a comprehensive Academic Study report is needed that contains the results of feasibility analysis, technical configuration (Detailed Engineering Design/DED), and risk mitigation in the development of wildlife corridors in BTFE.
2. Project Overview
Study on the Feasibility, Technical Configuration (Detailed Engineering Design/DED), and Risk Mitigation for the Development of Wildlife Corridor in Batang Toru Forest Ecosystem aims to provide a strong academic basis within the context of supporting comprehensive efforts to strengthen wildlife corridors which are expected to improve wildlife habitat connectivity, especially Tapanuli orangutans, in BTFE. Furthermore, this document is also expected to support the provision of strategic direction and recommendations for sustainable protection and integrated management of the BTFE.
3. Terms of Reference, Deliverables and Deliverables Schedule (See Attachment 2)
4. Submission Details
a. Deadline. Proposals must be received no later than 28 October 2024 at 17:00 (GMT +7). Late submissions will not be accepted. Proposals must be submitted via email to grantcontractid@konservasi-id.org and dekarini@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 grantcontractid@konservasi-id.org and dekarini@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. The consultant can be institutions, organizations, or teams of 3-5 individual consultants with one lead consultant. The consultant will be responsible for the work completed and all deliverables produced.
b. The lead consultant should have extensive experience at senior level and have good experience in supporting national/sub-national governments in planning and implementing biodiversity conservation initiatives, with the following qualifications:
· Educational background: Conservation, Forestry, or other relevant field.
· Language skills: Fluency in writing and speaking in English and Bahasa Indonesia is mandatory.
· Good track record of experience in facilitating the development of public/government policy documents with clear, robust, and scientifically validated methodologies.
· Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality results within tight deadlines and experience working in multicultural environment.
· Experience working and engaging in site-level biodiversity conservation programs, particularly in BTFE, is desirable.
· Specific expertise in spatial analysis, corridor feasibility assessments, and risk assessments is desirable.
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 (indicate Section 3 or 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? | 30% |
| Is the presentation clear and is the sequence of activities and the planning logical, realistic and promise efficient implementation to the project? | 25% |
| Does the bidder's past performance demonstrate recent proven experience doing similar work? | 10% |
| Does the bidder and the proposed personnel have the specific technical expertise for the assignment? | 15% |
| Cost: Costs proposed are reasonable and realistic, reflect a solid understanding of the assignment. | 20% |
8. Proposal Timeline
| RFP Issued | 15 October 2024 |
| Clarifications submitted to KI | 18 October 2024 |
| Clarifications provided to known bidders | 21 October 2024 |
| Complete proposals due to KI | 28 October 2024 |
| Interview (if needed) | 30 October 2024 |
| Final selection | 1 November 2024 |
9. Resulting Award KI anticipates entering into an agreement with the selected bidder by 4 November 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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