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					<description><![CDATA[CALL FOR PROPOSALS FOR AUDIT SERVICES Fundația Centrul Moldo Elvețian pentru Cooperare SKAT, implementer of the Ma Implic Project on Civic Engagement in local governance Phase II&#160; ( hereinafter “Ma Implic”), funded by the Swiss Agency for Developement and Cooperation (SDC) is inviting the audit companies to submit offers for performing the yearly audit in [&#8230;]]]></description>
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				<p><span data-contrast="auto">Fundația Centrul Moldo Elvețian pentru Cooperare SKAT, implementer of the Ma Implic Project on Civic Engagement in local governance Phase II&nbsp; ( hereinafter “Ma Implic”), funded by the Swiss Agency for Developement and Cooperation (SDC) is inviting the audit companies to submit offers for performing the yearly audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing ISA 805 “ Special Considerations─Audits of Single Financial Statements and Specific Elements, Accounts or Items of a Financial Statement”.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">BACKGROUND</span></b><b><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></b><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">INFORMATION</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Ma Implic project (Phase II) aims to contribute to improved local governance and better access and quality of public services for the population of Moldova. To this end, Ma Implic project supports different stakeholders to improve three fundamental dimensions of a well-functioning local government unit:</span><span data-contrast="auto">   </span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Partner LPA clusters to manage resources and local development in a more sustainable, inclusive and accountable way (Outcome 1);</span><span data-contrast="auto">  </span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">The Government to promote and coordinate the local government reform in an efficient, effective and transparent manner (Outcome 2);</span><span data-contrast="auto">  </span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">People in partner communities to meaningfully engage in local governance processes and to influence the provision of local public services (Outcome 3).</span><span data-contrast="auto">  </span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></li>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Ma Implic Phase II commenced in November 2023 and will run until 31 October 2027.</span><span data-contrast="auto">  </span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Overall budget for </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">4 years </span></b><span data-contrast="auto">of project implementation is </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">6.96 mln CHF</span></b><span data-contrast="auto">.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">In addition to the Ma Implic Phase II contract, the donor added an &#8220;additional credit” to this project. This “additional credit” is implemented on the basis of a separate budget with a total value of </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">2.65 mln CHF</span></b><span data-contrast="auto">. This additional credit will be implemented during a period of 29 months (01 August 2024 – 31 December 2026).&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">The </span><b><span data-contrast="none">overall goal</span></b><span data-contrast="none"> of the additional credit is to contribute to the improved access and quality of public services for the rural populations. The activities focus specifically on&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">supporting 4 LPAs to improve their water supply systems with targeted interventions, based on the technical groundwork and investments that have been made in Phase 1 of the Ma Implic project.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">the improvement of energy efficiency in targeted rural locations, aiming at a reduction of energy consumption through energy efficiency improvement measures.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></li>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">More information about the project can be found on the project’s website </span><a href="http://www.ma-implic.md/"><span data-contrast="none">www.ma-implic.md</span></a><span data-contrast="auto"> and the project’s Facebook page </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ProiectulMaImplic"><span data-contrast="none">https://www.facebook.com/ProiectulMaImplic</span></a><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><b style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; letter-spacing: -0.015em;"><span data-contrast="auto">SUBJECT OF THIS TENDER</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">Subject of this tender is the audit of the project expenditures for project year 1 (period 01.11.2023 – 31.10.2024) for the Ma Implic Phase II project and the expenditures for the Additional Credit for the period 01.08.2024 – 31.10.2024.&nbsp;</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">The audit will be carried out in December 2024 and shall comprise one audit report for both budgets.&nbsp;</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">The final report shall be submitted in English not later than January 15</span></b><b><span data-contrast="auto">th</span></b><b><span data-contrast="auto"> 2025.</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">Subject to satisfactory performance, the contract is subject for renewal for a period of up to 4 years as illustrated in the audit schedule below.</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">Audit schedule</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">Time of performing the audit</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">Project(s) audited&nbsp;</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">Est. value of operations audited</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">December 2024</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Ma Implic 2 (11/23 &#8211; 10/24)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Up to 1 million CHF</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Add. Credit (08/24 &#8211; 10/24)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">ca. 100’000 CHF</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">December 2025</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Ma Implic 2 (11/24 &#8211; 10/25)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">ca. 2 million CHF</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Add. Credit (11/24 &#8211; 10/25)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">ca. 1 million CHF</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">December 2026</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Ma Implic 2 (11/25 &#8211; 10/26)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">ca. 2 million CHF</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Add. Credit (11/25 &#8211; 10/26)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">ca. 1.2 million CHF</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">December 2027</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Ma Implic 2 (11/26 &#8211; 10/27)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">ca. 2 million CHF</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Add. Credit (11/26 &#8211; 12/26)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">ca. 300’000 CHF</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">Only audit companies with documented experience in auditing international projects are eligible.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span><b style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; letter-spacing: -0.015em;"><span data-contrast="auto">Timetable for the submission of offers:</span></b></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></b><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">DATE</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">DEADLINE</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Requests for clarifications in written format&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">27/09/2024&nbsp;</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">17:00</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Clarifications by </span><i><span data-contrast="auto">Fundația Centrul Moldo Elvețian pentru Cooperare SKAT</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">30/09/2024</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">17:00</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Deadline for submitting offers</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">06/10/2024</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">17:00</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><i><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></i><b style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; letter-spacing: -0.015em;"><i><span data-contrast="auto">Eligibility criteria</span></i></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><i><span data-contrast="auto">Requirements</span></i></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><i><span data-contrast="auto">Documentary evidence</span></i></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">Only complete offers will be considered</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">The company/organisation is registered in Republic of Moldova</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">Copy of the registration certificate</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">License in providing audit services</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">Copy of the license certificate</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><i><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></i><span data-contrast="auto" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">Each offer will be evaluated in accordance with the criteria and the weighting as detailed below.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><b style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; letter-spacing: -0.015em;"><i><span data-contrast="auto">Evaluation criteria of eligible offers</span></i></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">&nbsp;</span><br></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">Criteria for evaluation of the Technical offer</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><i><span data-contrast="auto">Requirements</span></i></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><i><span data-contrast="auto">Documentary evidence</span></i></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Company profile (activities, turnover, clients). Minimum 5 years of experience in NGO sector, audit of international projects.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Company profile. Hard copy</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Three references of having audited international organizations or projects (preferably International NGOs)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Copy of references&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">-          CV of the lead auditor employed by the company.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          </span></i><span data-contrast="auto">Certified Auditor certification</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          Minimum 5 years of experience required in auditing</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          Bachelor in Economy – preferably Banking, Finance and Accounting</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          Master degree in any finance subject is an advantage.</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          ACCA, CPA certification is an advantage</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span><i style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;"><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          CV</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          Diplomas</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          Certifications</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          Personal references</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">-          Two CV(s) of the proposed staff employed by the company.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          Minimum 3 years of experience required in auditing.</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          Bachelor in Economy – preferably Banking, Finance and Accounting</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          Master degree in any finance subject is an advantage.</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          ACCA, CPA certification is an advantage</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span><i style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;"><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          CVs</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          Diplomas,</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          Certifications</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">-          Personal References</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><i><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span><i style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;"><span data-contrast="auto">Criteria for evaluation of the financial offer:</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><i><span data-contrast="auto">Requirements</span></i></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><i><span data-contrast="auto">Documentary evidence</span></i></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">“Ma Implic Project Phase II” 01.11.2023 – 31.10.2024 , inclusive Additional Credit 01.08.2024 – 31.10.2024&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Financial offer document presenting price for the audit of the overall project period </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">01.11.2023 – 31.10.2024&nbsp;</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><i><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></i><span data-contrast="auto" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">The weighting of the criteria for evaluation of technical and financial offers are as follows:</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">Criteria</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Max points</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">Technical offer*</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">50</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Aptos" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Company profile (activities, turnover, clients, experience)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></li>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">10</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Aptos" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Three references of having audited international organizations or projects (preferably International NGOs)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></li>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">10</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">15</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">15</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">Financial offer </span></b><span data-contrast="auto">for Nov 2023 – Oct 2024 (VAT 0%)</span>&nbsp;<br><span data-contrast="auto">Bidders must state clearly whether the price offered for this tender (one year) is based on the value of expenditure audited or a fixed price which, in case of contract renewal, will also apply in subsequent years. </span>&nbsp;<br><span data-contrast="auto">SKAT will evaluate the total maximum price for the 4 year period when comparing price offers.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">50</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">Total maximum score</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">100</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><i><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></i><i style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;"><span data-contrast="auto">Offers must be submitted in hard copy format only. </span></i><span data-contrast="auto" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">Offers must be submitted using the double envelope system: the outer parcel or envelope shall be </span><i style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;"><span data-contrast="auto">marked as: </span></i><b style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; letter-spacing: -0.015em;"><span data-contrast="auto">External audit of Fundația Centrul Moldo Elvețian pentru Cooperare SKAT</span></b><b style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; letter-spacing: -0.015em;"><i><span data-contrast="auto">, Ma Implic project Phase II</span></i></b><i style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;"><span data-contrast="auto">. </span></i><span data-contrast="auto" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">This shall contain two separate, sealed envelopes, one bearing the words ‘Technical Offer’ and the other ‘Financial offer’.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">Offers must be submitted by 06 October 2024 (17:00) in English language exclusively to the following address:</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><i style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;"><span data-contrast="auto">Alexei Mateevici 34, MD 2012, mun. Chisinau</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}" style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><i><span data-contrast="auto">The questions and requests for additional information, inclusive ToR, must be addressed in written form and send to the email addresses </span></i><a href="mailto:daria.rotaru@int.skat.ch"><i><span data-contrast="none">daria.rotaru@int.skat.ch</span></i></a><i><span data-contrast="auto"> with CC </span></i><a href="mailto:matthias.morgner@skat.ch"><i><span data-contrast="none">matthias.morgner@skat.ch</span></i></a><i><span data-contrast="auto"> according to the timetable.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: inherit; text-align: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); letter-spacing: -0.015em;">&nbsp;</span></p>					</div>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Veronica Tomescu]]></dc:creator>
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				<p><strong>REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (RFQ)</strong></p><p><strong>Service: </strong> Technical consultant(s) in the field of Solid Waste Management, Water Supply and Sanitation, Street Lighting, Roads and Local Transport, Public Infrastructure and Urban Planning</p><p><strong>Project name:</strong> Project MĂ IMPLIC Phase 2 (2023 – 2027)</p><p>Contract duration: August 2024 – October 2027</p><p>Contract type:  framework service contract with legal entities (consulting firms)</p><p>Indicative starting date: 1<sup>st</sup> of August 2024</p><ol><li><strong>BACKGROUND</strong></li></ol><p>The project “MĂ IMPLIC” aims to contribute to strengthening local governance and increasing the population’s access to better public services.  The project will support partners at the local and national levels to improve local governance in three fundamental dimensions:</p><ul><li>First-level LPA groups will be supported in the efficient management of resources and the promotion of sustainable and inclusive local development.</li><li>The government will be encouraged to promote and coordinate local public administration reform in an efficient, effective, and transparent manner.</li><li>Citizens in partner communities will be actively involved in the local governance process and will positively influence the quality of managed public services.</li></ul><p>Following a competition launched in December 2023, the Project MĂ IMPLIC selected 14 groups of partner local public authorities (LPAs) from the North, Center, South, and Gagauzia regions for the second phase of the project, The complete list of selected partner LPAs can be downloaded by accessing this<strong> </strong><a href="https://ma-implic.md/download/concurs2024-apl-partenere/?wpdmdl=10586&amp;refresh=664ce7b85674b1716316088">link</a>.</p><p>More information about the project can be found on the project’s website <a href="http://www.ma-implic.md/">www.ma-implic.md</a></p><p>The “MĂ IMPLIC” Project is funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and implemented by Skat Consulting, from November 2023 to October 2027. The project covers the entire territory of the Republic of Moldova (except for administrative-territorial units on the left bank of the Dniester River).</p><ol start="2"><li><strong>PURPOSE OF THE CONSULTANCY</strong></li></ol><p>In the scope of this assignment, Ma Implic is looking to contract consulting firms which can provide a pool of individual experts to support project activities in rural LPA groups. Project activities in these LPA groups (comprising between 3 and 9 individual LPA) include (but are not limited to) investments in infrastructure for communal service delivery and local government functions. The main objective of the individual experts is to facilitate the implementation of selected local interventions on water supply and sanitation, public street lighting, solid waste management, roads and local transport as well as technical and consultative expertise of infrastructure construction and/or rehabilitation and urban planning projects.</p><p>We expect that <em>at least three</em> <em>individual experts</em> will be required to support the projects in the field of water supply and sanitation;</p><p>We expect that <em>at least two individual experts</em> will be required to support the projects in the field of waste management;</p><p>We expect that <em>at least one individual expert</em> will be required to support the projects in the field of street lighting;</p><p>We expect that <em>at least three</em> <em>individual experts</em> will be required to support the projects in the field of roads and infrastructure construction and/or rehabilitation, urban planning;</p><p>We expect that <em>at least one individual expert</em> will be required to support the projects in the field of local transportation.</p><p>At this point, the number of individual projects in each of the 14 partner LPA groups is not yet known in detail. Subsequently, the total number of projects in each field is not yet known. The identification of the (ca. 3) priority sectors (types of services) in each partner LPA group will be the result of a participatory analysis and consultation process which the Ma Implic project will facilitate in each of the 14 partner LPA groups.</p><p>At the first stage of their involvement the technical consultants will undertake a technical assessment of the current situation of the existing corresponding infrastructure and technical documentation, identifying major issues and determining the most appropriate and well-argued intervention options for each of the target projects. The Consultant(s) will provide technical assistance among beneficiaries in technical evaluation, preparation of interventions for investments, ensuring the compliance of projects with the national normative framework, thus ensuring cost effective capital investment and efficient use of resources. Before the investment phase the Consultant(s) will advise the project team and the beneficiaries on the best applicable solutions and will propose a set of recommendations for each intervention.</p><p>At the second stage (Investments) the consultant(s) will be expected to closely monitor the progress of works and supervise infrastructure sites and civil works within the target projects in accordance with technical design, contract requirements and the legislation of the Republic of Moldova. The consultant(s) will also support the project beneficiaries in the process of accepting the final work.</p><ol start="3"><li><strong>PERIOD OF ASSIGNEMENT and SCOPE OF WORK</strong></li></ol><p>Consultants for projects in the field of water / sanitation: August 2024 &#8211; July 2025, with a possibility for extension, subject to progress of the individual projects. The estimated scope of work is 40 days for one project.</p><p>Consultants for projects in the field of waste management: August 2024 &#8211; April 2025, with a possibility for extension, subject to progress of the individual projects. The estimated scope of work is 10 days for one project.</p><p>Consultants for projects in the field of street lighting: August 2024 – April 2025, with a possibility for extension, subject to progress of the individual projects. The estimated scope of work is 10 days for one project.</p><p>Consultants for projects in the field of roads and infrastructure construction and/or rehabilitation: August 2024 – April 2025, with a possibility for extension, subject to progress of the individual projects. The estimated scope of work is 10 days for one project.</p><p>Consultants for projects in the field of urban planning: August 2024 – December 2025, with a possibility for extension, subject to progress of the individual projects. The estimated scope of work is 20 days for one project.</p><p>Consultants for projects in the field of local transportation: August 2024 – December 2025, with a possibility for extension, subject to progress of the individual projects. The estimated scope of work is 10 days for one project.</p><p> </p><ol start="4"><li><strong>ACTIVITIES AND EXPECTED RESULTS</strong></li></ol><p>The Consultant(s) will undertake the following tasks for each selected intervention (regardless of the sector / type of service)</p><table><tbody><tr><td> </td><td><p>Name of OUTPUT</p></td><td><p>Activities</p></td><td><p>Remarks</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>1</p></td><td><p>Technical assessment</p></td><td><p>Undertake the technical assessment with the Local Action Group to evaluate and analyze the proposed scheme as per demand collection form and decide if a scheme is feasible from a technical point of view. Sharing the findings of technical assessment with the Task manager.</p></td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><p>2</p></td><td><p>Prepare an assessment report</p></td><td><p>As an output after the technical assessment (1), a succinct report shall be drafted (ENG or ROM languages)</p></td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><p>3</p></td><td><p>Design technical solutions</p></td><td><p>Based on assessment report at least two suitable intervention options will be developed</p></td><td><p>Strictly follow Government of Moldova standards for design standard specifications and consider MA IMPLIC practices and methodology</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>4</p></td><td><p>Selection of appropriate for local needs solution</p></td><td><p>Advice Local Action Group on selection of appropriate for local needs.</p></td><td><p>Local Action group should select one from a few technical solutions proposed by Consultant(s)</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>5</p></td><td><p>Capacity building orientation and training</p></td><td><p>Support to the LPA to select and contract a qualified (certified) engineering bureau to develop technical specifications for the procurement.</p><p>Participation as a member of the evaluation committee for the selection of contractors.</p><p>This would include initial orientation on Local Action Group mobilization, construction management, and imparting required skills for management, operation and maintenance of service</p></td><td><p>Before investments, during construction/acquisition and post construction/acquisition as appropriate</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>6</p></td><td><p>Site layout and Material/Equipment quality assessment</p></td><td><p>The Local Action Group is given technical advice on construction material/equipment quality. The consultancy should help the community to check the standards during or after purchase. Such orientation can be done with site layout.</p></td><td><p>Inclusion of Local Action Group (population) on implementation process</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>7</p></td><td><p>Quality management of constructions works including site supervision, technical and managerial</p><p>support to Local Action group for the management of contracts for construction works/equipment procurement.</p></td><td><p>Supervision ensures that the scheme is built according to the technical design and specifications, equipment correspond to the proposed solution</p></td><td><p>According to Investment Contract and Calendar Schedule</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>8</p></td><td><p>Work measurement and work completion report</p></td><td><p>Checking whether the quality of completed work is satisfactory. When the construction work is completed and meets the quality requirements, the Consultant(s) prepares a work completion report</p></td><td><p>According to Investment Contract and Calendar Schedule</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p> </p><ol start="5"><li><strong>QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS</strong></li></ol><p>The technical consultant should have an education and knowledge in civil engineering, water and sanitation, national construction codes and standards, building laws, local transport as well as extensive experience in implementing community development projects. In particular:</p><ul><li>Education: University Degree in civil engineering, water, sanitation or architecture, and/or other relevant area;</li><li>Work experience: at least 3 years of work experience in the field of civil engineering;</li><li>Technical-professional attestation certificate issued by national authority INCERCOM;</li><li>Extensive experience in monitoring/supervision/supporting infrastructure and civil works, preferably street light renovation, water and sanitation networks. Working experience with the community of Ma Implic project (phase I) is an advantage:</li><li>In depth knowledge of national legislation related to the construction works;</li><li>Experience within community development programs is an asset;</li><li>Language skills: excellent command of written and spoken Romanian and Russian is required; knowledge of English is an asset;</li><li>Computer proficiency, including knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel, Power Point);</li><li>High level of responsibility and organization capacities, creative approach to solving issues;</li><li>Excellent communication and reporting skills;</li><li>Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks;</li><li>Capacity to communicate fluently with different stakeholders (civil society, local authorities, local communities, project staff);</li><li>Driving license category B and availability of travel with own car.</li></ul><ol start="6"><li><strong>APPLICATION PROCEDURE</strong></li></ol><p>Qualified and interested consulting firms are requested to apply.</p><p>The application must contain:</p><p>a) Company Profile;</p><p>b) CVs of involved experts in Romanian or (preferably) English language. Expert CVs shall indicate the education background and professional qualifications of the individual experts, their relevant experience, as well as contact details of the candidate/s;</p><p>c) No less than two, but no more than 5 professional references which give information about the work of the company.</p><p>d) A Financial offer for a fee per one working day, including all types of expenditures (admin costs, salaries, transportation etc.). The offers must be presented with a 0% VAT exemption applied.</p><p>Interested candidates are requested to submit their application to <a href="mailto:info@int.skat.ch">info@int.skat.ch</a> , quoting “Technical consultant(s)” in the subject line. The deadline for applications is <strong>27 of July 2024</strong>.</p><p>Engineering consulting firms are eligible for this assignment. Applications by individual consultants (acting as physical persons) will not be considered.</p><p>Interested candidates could have several options to apply: a) for one Lot and  b) for several Lots/all Lots<br />Applications need to include a clear and unambiguous reference to one or several of the Lots from the list below.</p><table><tbody><tr><td><p>Lot 1</p></td><td><p>Solid Waste Management</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Lot 2</p></td><td><p>Water Supply and Sanitation</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Lot 3</p></td><td><p>Street Lighting</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Lot 4</p></td><td><p>Roads and Infrastructure Construction and/or Rehabilitation</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Lot 5</p></td><td><p>Urban Planning</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Lot 6</p></td><td><p>Local transportation</p></td></tr></tbody></table><ol start="7"><li>AWARD OF CONTRACTS</li></ol><p>MĂ IMPLIC Project will first evaluate quotations for compliance with the mandatory requirements/ elements of this RFQ. Quotations that do not contain all mandatory requirements/ elements will not be considered.</p><p>Each Lot will be evaluated individually</p><p>Evaluation of offers will be performed according to the following evaluation criteria:</p><table><tbody><tr><td><p>Category</p></td><td><p>Points</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Relevant experience, capacity and proven expertise: Minimum three years of successful work experience in selected sector proven by relevant company profile.   (see Section 6, item (a))</p></td><td><p>20</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Technical expertise: CVs of individual experts</p><p>(see Section 6, item (b))</p></td><td><p>30</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>The degree to which the Offeror demonstrates a very good professional reputation as evidenced by at least 2, but no more than 5 recommendation letters. (see Section 6, item (c))</p></td><td><p>10</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Price (see Section 6, item (d))</p></td><td><p>40</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Total</p></td><td><p>100</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>The project reserves the right to consider awarding separate contracts for individual Lots or for several, or all Lots to one contractor.</p><p>The project may engage in negotiations with bidders for clarification if deemed necessary.</p>					</div>
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		<title>Component Manager, Water &#038; Sanitation (ApaSan 28 Project)</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Veronica Tomescu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:50:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Component Manager, Water &#38; Sanitation (ApaSan 28 Project) Job Title: Component Manager, Water &#38; Sanitation Location: Chisinau, Moldova Duration: Full Time (Until April 2028) Background: Fundația Centrul Moldo-Elvețian pentru Cooperare SKAT (SKAT Moldova) is the implementing entity in the Republic of Moldova of donor-funded projects of SKAT Consulting Ltd., a Swiss consulting firm. Currently, SKAT [&#8230;]]]></description>
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				<p><strong>Job Title: </strong><strong>Component Manager, Water &amp; Sanitation</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Chisinau, Moldova</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> Full Time (Until April 2028)</p><p><strong>Background</strong>:</p><p>Fundația Centrul Moldo-Elvețian pentru Cooperare SKAT (SKAT Moldova) is the implementing entity in the Republic of Moldova of donor-funded projects of SKAT Consulting Ltd., a Swiss consulting firm. Currently, SKAT implements in Moldova two large projects in the area of local government reform (Swiss-financed) and Water and Sanitation Services in rural areas (Austrian-financed). Related to these large projects which have a duration of 4 and more years each, there is one smaller contract (Energy Efficiency in rural areas, until December 2024) and we expect the commencement of another project (focusing on water supply and energy efficiency) in the third quarter of 2024.</p><p><strong>About the project and the position:</strong></p><p>For a multi-year water and sanitation project in Moldova (ApaSan28), funded by the Austrian Development Agency (ADA), Skat Consulting Ltd. is recruiting a <u>Component Manager, Water &amp; Sanitation</u>. This new project is a continuation of the successful initiatives <em>ApaSan</em> (2009-2019) and <em>ApaSan+</em> (2020-2024) led by Skat Consulting Ltd.</p><p>The ApaSan28 project aims to address rural sanitation challenges, provide safe drinking water, and promote sustainable decentralized WASH management in Moldova. It targets to enhance the living conditions of rural Moldovan populations by ensuring year-round access to safe drinking water and household sanitation and has an implementation phase of 4 years (May 2024 – April 2028). The project will work together with local public authorities and regional operators and aims to work towards the recognition of decentralized and safely managed sanitation options by authorities as viable, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable solutions for sanitation in rural Moldova.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>The <u>Component Manager, Water &amp; Sanitation</u> will be responsible for the successful implementation of the Project. Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Planning, coordination, and execution of project activities in accordance with the project proposal and donor requirements.</li><li>Maintaining a close collaboration with the Team Leader </li><li>Contribute to the preparation and implementation of the yearly plans of operation and subsequent operational and financial reporting. </li><li>Develop and implement project concepts and strategies, in cooperation with the Team Leader and/or external experts.  </li><li>Adherence to the relevant procedures, rules and regulations </li><li>Facilitation of seminars, workshops and study tours. </li><li>Contribute to the elaboration of all required progress reports and any other documents mentioned in the Project Document.  </li><li>Participate in related steering and/or coordination bodies as required.  </li><li>Building and keeping relationships and networking with project partners, main sector stakeholders, communities of practice and other similar and complementary projects on a thematic and operational level; </li><li>Undertake extensive visits to partner Raions and localities. </li><li>Enhance community engagement in the villages where water and sanitation projects are implemented to ensure effective beneficiary involvement.</li><li>Liaising with central, regional, and local public authorities, regional water and sanitation service operators, and other stakeholders to ensure effective project implementation.</li><li>Collaboration with internal and external experts (national and international) from Skat Consulting Ltd. (HQ) as well as independent consultants for specific assignments</li><li>Professional monitoring and evaluation of project progress, ensuring timely reporting to the Team leader and stakeholders.</li><li>Project budget monitoring and expenditure control.</li><li>Risk management and mitigation to ensure project goals are achieved within scope, budget, and timeframe.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications and Skills required: </strong></p><table><tbody><tr><td width="111"><p><strong>Education</strong></p></td><td width="527"><p>Master’s Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field (e.g., environmental science, engineering, public health, management).</p></td></tr><tr><td width="111"><p><strong>Experience</strong></p></td><td width="527"><p>·       At least 5 years of experience in project management or 3 years of experience if very relevant to the above-mentioned projects.</p><p>·       Experience working in the water, sanitation and hygiene sector, or a related technical field</p><p>·       Proven work experience with local public administrations in the Republic of Moldova</p><p>·       Strong background in projects involving Monitoring and Evaluation, community engagement, and multiple stakeholders.</p><p>·       Experience in internationally funded projects/programmes or NGOs is an asset.</p></td></tr><tr><td width="111"><p><strong>Language Requirements </strong></p></td><td width="527"><p>·       Fluency in Romanian (written and spoken)</p><p>·       Fluency in English (written and spoken)</p><p>·       Knowledge of Russian would be an additional asset</p></td></tr><tr><td width="111"><p><strong>Competencies</strong></p></td><td width="527"><ul><li>Experienced in project cycle management (PCM), including monitoring, evaluation and learning</li><li>Good understanding of water supply and decentralized sanitation issues for rural areas</li><li>Strong understanding of rural development and community engagement principles</li><li>Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills</li><li>High level of responsibility, leadership and organizational capacities</li><li>Self-driven and initiative personality</li><li>Ability to work effectively in an international and multicultural environment</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table><p> </p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p>Interested individuals are invited to apply by sending the following documents to <a href="mailto:jesus.bravo@skat.ch">jesus.bravo@skat.ch</a>  with the subject line “<strong>Component Manager, Water &amp; Sanitation</strong>”, at latest by <strong>July 14, 2024</strong>.</p><ul><li><u>Curriculum Vitae</u> (in English)</li><li><u>Motivational letter</u> (in English) which should include a description of your preferred approach to select three villages in Moldova for the development of a new water supply system. Outline the criteria you would use to identify the villages with the highest needs and where the project would have the most significant impact. Additionally, please include your main considerations for a Monitoring and Evaluation plan to ensure the project&#8217;s success and sustainability. Adding a paragraph on how your previous experience relates to this analysis will be highly valued.</li></ul><p><em>Kindly note that generic, AI-generated letters (e.g., ChatGPT standard letters) will not be considered. We highly value originality and genuine motivation. Should you find it difficult to provide a personalized letter, it is preferable to submit your application without a motivational letter.</em></p><p>Skat Consulting will ensure confidentiality in the recruitment process. Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted.</p><p>For any specific questions or inquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:jesus.bravo@skat.ch">jesus.bravo@skat.ch</a></p>					</div>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Veronica Tomescu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:38:42 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Community Engagement and M&#38;E Officer (ApaSan 28 Project) Job Title: Community Engagement and M&#38;E Officer Location: Chisinau, Moldova Duration: Six months (part-time), with the possibility of extension to a full-time position depending on available funding. Background: Fundația Centrul Moldo-Elvețian pentru Cooperare SKAT (SKAT Moldova) is the implementing entity in the Republic of Moldova of donor-funded [&#8230;]]]></description>
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				<p><strong>Job Title: Community Engagement and M&amp;E Officer</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Chisinau, Moldova</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> Six months (part-time), with the possibility of extension to a full-time position depending on available funding.</p><p><strong>Background</strong>:</p><p>Fundația Centrul Moldo-Elvețian pentru Cooperare SKAT (SKAT Moldova) is the implementing entity in the Republic of Moldova of donor-funded projects of SKAT Consulting Ltd., a Swiss consulting firm. Currently, SKAT implements in Moldova two large projects in the area of local government reform (Swiss-financed) and Water and Sanitation Services in rural areas (Austrian-financed). Related to these large projects which have a duration of 4 and more years each, there is one smaller contract (Energy Efficiency in rural areas, until December 2024) and we expect the commencement of another project (focusing on water supply and energy efficiency) in the third quarter of 2024.</p><p><strong>About the project and the position</strong></p><p>ApaSan28 is a Moldovan water and sanitation initiative building on the successes of ApaSan (2009-2019) and ApaSan+ (2020-2024). The project, funded by the Austrian Development Agency (ADA), commenced in May 2024 and will run for 4 years. It aims to address rural sanitation challenges by ensuring safe drinking water and promoting sustainable decentralized WASH management at the local level, ultimately enhancing the living conditions of rural populations through year-round access to safe drinking water and household sanitation.</p><p>For the inception phase of ApaSan28, expected to last until December 2024, Skat is seeking a <u>Community Engagement and M&amp;E Officer</u>. This role is part-time and temporary (6 months, starting in July 2024) with the potential to transition into a long-term position based on project needs, performance and available funding.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Community Engagement:</strong><ul><li>Facilitate community meetings and workshops in the targeted villages.</li><li>Engage with local public authorities (LPAs) and regional operators to enhance their involvement and cooperation.</li><li>Develop and implement strategies to increase community awareness and participation in the project’s activities.</li><li>Address community concerns and feedback, ensuring they are reflected in project implementation.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Monitoring and Evaluation (M&amp;E):</strong><ul><li>Develop a comprehensive M&amp;E plan for the project, based on the existing logframe</li><li>Prepare and supervise the baseline survey (including gender analysis) to be conducted during the inception phase</li><li>Collect and analyze data on project indicators, ensuring accuracy and reliability.</li><li>Prepare regular reports on project progress, challenges, and successes.</li><li>Conduct field visits to monitor the implementation of project activities.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Capacity Building:</strong><ul><li>Support the training of local authorities and communities on decentralized sanitation and water management.</li><li>Assist in strengthening the capacities of municipalities and operators for improved management of water and sanitation infrastructure.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Communication:</strong><ul><li>Maintain regular communication with the project team, local authorities, and other stakeholders.</li><li>Ensure clear and transparent dissemination of project goals, progress, and outcomes to all relevant parties.</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications and skills required:</strong></p><table><tbody><tr><td width="111"><p><strong>Education</strong></p></td><td width="527"><p>Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Environmental Science, Development Studies, or a related field.</p></td></tr><tr><td width="111"><p><strong>Experience</strong></p></td><td width="527"><ul><li>Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in community engagement, M&amp;E, or related fields.</li><li>Experience working on water and sanitation projects is desirable.</li><li>Previous experience in a similar role within Moldova is a plus.</li><li>Proven experience in communication-related roles such as Public Relations, Marketing, Media Relations, Content Creation, Social Media Management, and Corporate Communications would be an asset.</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td width="111"><p><strong>Skills </strong></p></td><td width="527"><ul><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Fluency in Romanian and good command of English.</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td width="111"><p><strong>Other requirements</strong></p></td><td width="527"><ul><li>Willingness to travel to rural areas within Moldova.</li><li>Commitment to the project&#8217;s goals and objectives.</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p>Interested individuals are invited to apply by sending the following documents to <a href="mailto:jesus.bravo@skat.ch">jesus.bravo@skat.ch</a>  with the subject line “<strong>Community Engagement and M&amp;E Officer</strong>”, at latest by <strong>July 14, 2024</strong>.</p><ul><li><u>Curriculum Vitae</u> (in English)</li><li><u>Motivational letter</u> (in English)</li></ul><p><em>Kindly note that generic, AI-generated letters (e.g., ChatGPT standard letters) will not be considered. We highly value originality and genuine motivation. Should you find it difficult to provide a personalized letter, it is preferable to submit your application without a motivational letter.</em></p><p>Skat Consulting will ensure confidentiality in the recruitment process. Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted.</p><p>For any specific questions or inquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:jesus.bravo@skat.ch">jesus.bravo@skat.ch</a></p>					</div>
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					<description><![CDATA[Job announcement: Finance and Administration Manager (2 positions) Skat Consulting Ltd. invites qualified candidates with a background in Finance, Accounting and Administration to apply to the position of  Finance and Administration Manager in 2 projects which Skat Consulting Ltd is implementing in the Republic of Moldova: 1) Mă Implic – Project on civic engagement in local governance (Phase 1: [&#8230;]]]></description>
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				<p>Skat Consulting Ltd. invites qualified candidates with a background in Finance, Accounting and Administration to apply to the position of  <strong>Finance and Administration Manager </strong>in 2 projects which Skat Consulting Ltd is implementing in the Republic of Moldova:</p><p>1) <strong>Mă Implic – Project on civic engagement in local governance </strong>(Phase 1: 11.2019 – 10.2023), funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation,</p><p>2) <strong>Proiect de apă și sanitație în satele din Moldova (ApaSan+) </strong> (05.2021 – 11.2023), funded by the Austrian Development Agency (ADA).</p><p><strong>Skat Consulting Ltd.</strong> is a Swiss consulting company with 40 years of track record of successful, high-impact projects and partnerships, adding value to companies, organizations, and government agencies at home and abroad. Since more than 12 years Skat is supporting local public administrations in Moldova and neighboring countries. The <strong>Ma Implic</strong> and the <strong>ApaSan+</strong> projects are both implemented through the <strong>Fundatia Centrul Moldo-Elvețian pentru Cooperare SKAT</strong>, a legal entity registered in the Republic of Moldova, through separate project teams.</p><p>The <strong>Ma Implic</strong> project aims at ensuring that rural population of Moldova has equitable access to quality public service provision. The project works to improve infrastructure and civic participation in 30 rural community projects. At the national level, the project supports the policy, legal and financial environment for quality public service provision and decentralization reform. More information can be found on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ProiectulMaImplic">https://www.facebook.com/ProiectulMaImplic</a></p><p>The <strong>ApaSan+</strong> project aims at improving water supply and sanitation infrastructure and services in selected Moldovan villages, by demonstrating innovative technologies and managerial set-ups that are affordable and replicable. The project builds on the experience and results of the successful ApaSan project (2011-2019, <a href="https://apasan.skat.ch/">www.apasan.skat.ch</a>) and is currently in its inception phase.</p><p>The positions are to be filled for the project duration until October 2023, and start as soon as the potential candidates will be selected.</p><p>Duty stations are the respective project offices in Chisinau. Flexible home office arrangements will apply as long as the circumstances require. The project teams are relatively small, flexible and dynamic teams (Ma Implic, 6 permanent staff, ApaSan+ 3 permanent staff) and more international and Moldovan experts working on short- and longer-term assignments with the project all over the territory of Moldova.</p><p>The position reports to the respective Team Leader (resident in Chisinau, Moldova) and coordinates closely with skat headquarters in St Gallen, Switzerland. A training / introduction to skat HQ in Switzerland is foreseen.</p><p><strong>Tasks and responsibilities</strong></p><p>The Finance and Administration Manager will:</p><ul><li>Handle all finance and accounting functions of the project, including asset management, cash flow management, payroll, bank and cash transactions, reporting</li><li>Ensure that all financial and administrative procedures and practices are in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and in strict compliance the project’s Financial and Administrative Procedures (FAP), relevant donor instructions and regulations and Moldovan national legislation, regulations, rules and guidelines.</li><li>Manage the preparation and maintenance of all necessary financial records and reports, accounts payable, accounts receivable, accurate inventory of all the assets; ensure that the purchasing of materials, supplies and equipment are conducted in accordance with internal policies and procedures.</li><li>Prepare and present annual financial statements on request, contract yearly financial audits and provide all necessary information to auditors. </li><li>Under instruction of the Team Leader oversee human resource management for all employees.</li><li>Coordination and supervision of the project’s Admin team.</li></ul><p>The position can be filled as a full-time (100%) or as a part-time position (min. 70%).</p><p><strong>Required Skills and Experience</strong></p><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Master’s Degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or other relevant fields.</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>At least 5 years of professional experience is required, ideally obtained in the field of international development (“donor-financed”) projects.</li><li>Solid knowledge of, and practical experience with all relevant legal requirements applicable in the Republic of Moldova. </li><li>Fully confident in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and accounting software, experience in handling web-based management systems.</li></ul><p>Language Requirements:</p><ul><li>Very good command of oral and written English and Romanian</li></ul><p>Applications shall include CV (max 4 pages); Cover letter (1 page) indicating 3 reference persons, as supervisors from previous assignments. Applications will be received until<strong> including 18 April, 2021 (midnight)</strong> electronically in pdf format to <a href="mailto:info@int.skat.ch">info@int.skat.ch</a>. </p><p>Only complete applications will be considered and only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the interview.  </p>					</div>
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			<h2 class="elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default">Job announcement: Technical Consultant(s) in the field of Solid Waste Management, Water Supply /Sanitation and Street Lighting</h2>		</div>
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				<div class="elementor-element elementor-element-2f62eee elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading" data-id="2f62eee" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="heading.default"><div class="elementor-widget-container"><h2 class="elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default"><strong>TERMS OF REFERENCE</strong></h2></div></div><div class="elementor-element elementor-element-fce92b5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor" data-id="fce92b5" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="text-editor.default"><div class="elementor-widget-container"><div class="elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix"><p><strong>Job title:</strong> Technical Consultant(s) in the field of Solid Waste Management, Water Supply /Sanitation and Street Lighting</p><p><strong>Reference to the project:</strong> MA IMPLIC – Project on civic engagement in local governance</p><p><strong>Contract type:</strong> Individual Consulting Contract, input based</p><ol><li><strong>BACKGROUND</strong></li></ol><p><strong> </strong>The MA IMPLIC project aims to ensure that the rural population of Moldova has equitable access to quality public services. At the local level, the project will support local public authorities from 30 rural partner municipalities concerned to manage the provision of services in a participatory, efficient, inclusive and sustainable manner. People will also be more involved in making local decisions and monitoring the provision of services in the targeted municipalities, due to the intervention of the project. At national level, the project will support the political, legal and financial environment for the provision of quality public services and the reform of decentralization.</p><ol start="2"><li><strong>PURPOSE OF THE CONSULTANCY</strong></li></ol><p><strong> </strong>The main objective of the Consultants(s) is to facilitate the implementation of selected local interventions on water supply (7 projects) and sanitation (3 projects) , public street lighting (3 projects) and solid waste management (17 projects), as well as technical and consultative expertise of infrastructure construction and/or rehabilitation projects.</p><p>We expect that <strong>at least two individual consultants </strong>will be required to support the 17 projects in the field of<strong> waste management</strong>.</p><p>We expect that <strong>at least two individual consultants </strong>will be required to support the 10 projects in the field of<strong> water / sanitation</strong>.</p><p>We expect that <strong>one individual consultant </strong>will be required to support the 3 projects in the field of<strong> street lighting</strong>.</p><p>At the first stage of their involvement the Consultant(s) will undertake a detailed technical, socio-economic assessment and environment impact assessment to determine the most suitable intervention option for each of the target projects. The Consultant(s) will provide technical assistance and build capacities among beneficiaries in technical evaluation, preparation of interventions for investments, ensuring the compliance of projects with the national normative framework, thus ensuring cost effective capital investment and efficient use of resources. Before the investment phase the Consultant(s) will advise the project team and the beneficiaries on the best applicable solutions and will propose a set of recommendations for each intervention.</p><p>At the second stage (Investments) the Consultant(s) will be expected to closely monitor the progress of works and supervise infrastructure sites and civil works within the target projects in accordance with technical design, contract requirements and the legislation of the Republic of Moldova. The consultant(s) will also support the project beneficiaries in the process of accepting the final work.</p><ol start="3"><li><strong>PERIOD OF ASSIGNMENT and SCOPE OF WORK</strong></li></ol><p><strong> </strong>Consultants for projects in the field of <strong>water / sanitation:</strong>  <strong>April 2021 – June 2023</strong>, with a possibility for extension, subject to progress of the individual projects. The estimated scope of work is <strong>40 days for each of the ten projects</strong>.</p><p>Consultants for projects in the field of <strong>waste management: April 2021 – September 2022</strong>, with a possibility for extension, subject to progress of the individual projects. The estimated scope of work is <strong>20 days for each of the seventeen projects</strong>.</p><p>Consultants for projects in the field of <strong>street lighting: April 2021 – December 2021</strong>, with a possibility for extension, subject to progress of the individual projects. The estimated scope of work is <strong>15 days for each of the three projects</strong>.</p><ol start="4"><li><strong>SUPERVISION AND COORDINATION</strong></li></ol><p><strong> </strong>The Consultant(s) will report to the Ma Implic Task Manager who will be a regular point of contact and communication for all matters related to the scope of this ToR. In addition, the Consultant(s) will closely work with respective Local Facilitators of the MA IMPLIC project and local implementing partners as deemed necessary. The Consultant(s) shall coordinate and consult with the Task Manager, and Local Action Group (comprising citizens and the LPA) to collect their inputs and suggestions while completing the assigned tasks.</p><ol start="5"><li><strong>ACTIVITIES AND EXPECTED RESULTS</strong></li></ol><p>The Consultant(s) will undertake the following tasks for each selected intervention (regardless of the sector / type of service)</p><table width="675"><tbody><tr><td width="26"><p><strong> </strong></p></td><td width="200"><p><strong>Name of activity/result</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p></td><td width="276"><p><strong>Contents</strong></p></td><td width="173"><p><strong>Remarks</strong></p></td></tr><tr><td width="26"><p><strong>1</strong></p></td><td width="200"><p><strong>Technical assessment</strong></p></td><td width="276"><p>Undertake the technical assessment with the Local Action Group to evaluate and analyze the proposed scheme as per demand collection form and decide whether or not a scheme is feasible from a technical point of view. Sharing the findings of technical assessment with the Task manager.</p></td><td width="173"> </td></tr><tr><td width="26"><p><strong>2</strong></p></td><td width="200"><p><strong>Prepare an assessment report</strong></p></td><td width="276"><p>As an output after the technical assessment (1), a succinct report shall be drafted (ENG or ROM languages)</p></td><td width="173"> </td></tr><tr><td width="26"><p><strong>3</strong></p></td><td width="200"><p><strong>Design technical solutions</strong></p></td><td width="276"><p>Based on assessment report <strong>at least two suitable intervention options</strong> will be developed</p></td><td width="173"><p>Strictly follow Government of Moldova standards for design standard specifications and also consider MA IMPLIC practices and methodology</p></td></tr><tr><td width="26"><p><strong>4</strong></p></td><td width="200"><p><strong>Selection of appropriate for local needs solution</strong></p></td><td width="276"><p>Advice Local Action Group on selection of appropriate for local needs.</p></td><td width="173"><p>Local Action group should select one from a few technical solutions proposed by Consultant(s)</p></td></tr><tr><td width="26"><p><strong>5</strong></p></td><td width="200"><p><strong>Capacity building orientation and training</strong></p></td><td width="276"><p>Support to the LPA to select and contract a qualified (certified) engineering bureau to develop technical specifications for the procurement.</p><p>Participation as a member of the evaluation committee for the selection of contractors.</p><p>This would include initial orientation on Local Action Group mobilization, construction management, and imparting required skills for management, operation and maintenance of service</p></td><td width="173"><p>Before investments, during construction/acquisition and post construction/acquisition as appropriate</p></td></tr><tr><td width="26"><p><strong>6</strong></p></td><td width="200"><p><strong>Site layout and Material/Equipment quality assessment</strong></p></td><td width="276"><p>The Local Action Group is given technical advice on construction material/equipment quality. The consultancy should help the community to check the standards during or after purchase. Such orientation can be carried out in conjunction with site lay out.</p></td><td width="173"><p>Inclusion of Local Action Group (population) on implementation process</p></td></tr><tr><td width="26"><p><strong>7</strong></p></td><td width="200"><p><strong>Supervision of the construction work/equipment procurement along with Local Action group</strong></p></td><td width="276"><p>Supervision ensures that the scheme is built according to the technical design and specifications, equipment correspond to the proposed solution</p></td><td width="173"><p>According to Investment Contract and Calendar Schedule</p></td></tr><tr><td width="26"><p><strong>8</strong></p></td><td width="200"><p><strong>Work measurement and work completion report</strong></p></td><td width="276"><p>Checking whether the quality of completed work is satisfactory. When the construction work is completed and meets the quality requirements, the Consultant(s) prepares a work completion report</p></td><td width="173"><p>According to Investment Contract and Calendar Schedule</p></td></tr></tbody></table><ol start="6"><li><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANTS</strong></li></ol><p>Sector-specific tasks and responsibilities</p><p>The work for the Consultant(s) on <strong>solid waste management</strong> will include following activities:</p><ol><li>Carry out a detailed analysis of the current waste generation patterns to select the best waste management option and disposal location. The Consultant(s) will develop a multi-criteria analysis justifying the selection option, criteria and weights.</li><li>Review the needs for solid waste management in the target areas. Assess the needs of all relevant stakeholders concerning waste management and disposal (private, public sector, citizens).</li><li>Assess the technical and economic feasibility of a source separation system to recover valuable recyclable waste streams and include the necessary infrastructure (e.g. collection bins, hydraulic presses etc.) in the landfill design.</li><li>Identify possible income generating activities and recommended potential partnerships for the investments activities.</li><li>Perform an Environmental Impact Assessment</li><li>Make necessary recommendations for institutional changes in managing of service</li><li>Conduct a financial analysis of the landfill and waste management operations.</li><li>Design a timeline for the construction/rehabilitation of the landfill under each potential scenario.</li></ol><p>The work for the Consultant(s) on <strong>water supply and sanitation</strong> will include following activities:</p><ol><li>Analyse the technical aspects and assess the feasibility of intervention options for construction/rehabilitation of water supply and or sewerage service. The Consultant(s) shall consult widely with the Local Action Group on the acceptability of identified options and make recommendations as to optimal one.</li><li>Review the existing technical designs and/or prepare recommendations and or changes for the proposed intervention in accordance with national construction norms and technical requirements.</li><li>Assist the Local Action Group in developing tender documents (including, but not limited to, design, requirements and technical specifications, requirements for contractors), carrying out tender procedure, preparing evaluation report and contract.</li><li>Identify hazards for the design and construction stages. This must comprise procedural risks, environmental risks, technical and quality risks, risk of cost overrun, risk of delays, risk to third parties, etc.</li><li>Assess the likelihood of these risks and the potential consequences. Identify possible mitigation measures.</li><li>Verify that the progress of the Works is in compliance with the Programmes approved under the Contracts on behalf of the LPA(s). Notify the Task Manager as far as possible in advance of any possible non-compliance with the Programme.</li><li>Carry out an oversight inspection of the work being executed by the Contractors to provide assurance as to the quality and standards of the materials and workmanship, and compliance with the specifications and drawings as included in the contracts, the Approved Design, the Detailed Drawings, the Quality Assurance Manual and any agreed amendment there to.</li><li>Supervise facilities inspections, all installation work at the sites and commissioning/testing of Project components, if required.</li></ol><p>The work for the Consultant(s) on <strong>street lighting</strong> will include following activities:</p><ol><li>Detailed asset inventory of the street lighting system of the municipality</li><li>Analyse, to the extent possible, and comment on the current street lighting system and maintenance, institutional set up, legal practices, standards, suggest areas for improvements.</li><li>Collect and analyze data on electrical consumption of the current street lighting system of the municipality.</li><li>Collect and analyse data on the operation and maintenance costs born by the municipality to operate and maintain its street lighting system.</li><li>On the basis of the analysis of the current technical baseline, the Consultant shall identify areas of energy efficiency improvement for the street lighting system. It shall highlight the energy saving and its impact on the annual lighting bill of the municipality, based on a simulation using relevant software and according national lighting standards.</li><li>Review and comment on the need to upgrade/replace light columns, lamp and or feeder/switches and propose a realistic upgrade plan indicating approximate number of columns/lamp/switches to be replaced/upgraded with an indicative timeline.</li><li>In line with the applicable standards, to propose a street lighting standard (light quality standard: illuminance and luminance) for each category of the street in the technical and functional parameters.</li><li>Analyse the remote lighting control and monitoring systems available in the market, benefits and drawbacks of the usage of each of them as well conduct costs comparison.</li><li>Assemble and review all available relevant data, reports, designs and mapping for the proposed intervention and advise on any new or additional technical design works that may be required.</li><li>Prepare indicative technical specifications of the equipment and inventory to be procured during project implementation.</li><li>Develop a detailed business case for the intervention. Energy saving calculations should be detailed for the intervention as well as the corresponding investment plan.</li></ol><ol start="7"><li><strong>QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS</strong></li></ol><p>The technical consultant should have education and knowledge in civil engineering, water and sanitation, national construction codes and standards, building laws, as well as extensive experience in implementing community development projects.</p><ul><li>Education: University Degree in civil engineering, water, sanitation or architecture, and/or other relevant area;</li><li>Work experience: at least 5 years of work experience in the field of civil engineering;</li><li>Technical-professional attestation certificate issued by national authority INCERCOM;</li><li>Extensive experience in monitoring/supervision/supporting infrastructure and civil works, preferably street light renovation, water and sanitation networks;</li><li>In depth knowledge of national legislation related to the construction works;</li><li>Experience within community development programs is an asset;</li><li>Language skills: excellent command of written and spoken Romanian and Russian is required; knowledge of English is an asset;</li><li>Computer proficiency, including knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel, Power Point);</li><li>High level of responsibility and organization capacities, creative approach to solving issues;</li><li>Excellent communication and reporting skills;</li><li>Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks;</li><li>Capacity to communicate fluently with different stakeholders (civil society, local authorities, local communities, project staff);</li><li>Driving license category B and availability of travel with own car.</li></ul><ol start="8"><li><strong>APPLICATION PROCEDURES</strong></li></ol><p>Qualified and interested candidates are hereby requested to apply. The application should contain the personal CV in Romanian or (preferably) English language, indicating education background/professional qualifications, all relevant past experience, as well as contact details of the candidate and <u>three professional references</u>.</p><p>Interested candidates are requested to submit their application to <a href="mailto:info@int.skat.ch">info@int.skat.ch</a>, quoting “Technical consultant(s) in the field of SWM, WSS and street lighting” in the subject line. The deadline for applications is <strong>21 March 2021.</strong></p><p>Only individual applications will be considered. Engineering consulting firms are not eligible for this assignment.</p></div></div></div>					</div>
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