Community-based Wildfire Risk Management in Lebanon’s Vulnerable Landscapes (Ливан - Тендер #71504627)

NOTICE AT-A-GLANCE

• Project ID

P500390

• Project Title

Community-based Wildfire Risk Management in Lebanon’s Vulnerable Landscapes

• Country

Lebanon

• Notice No

OP00434322

• Notice Type

Request for Expression of Interest

• Notice Status

Published

• Borrower Bid Reference

LB-MOE-539834-CS-QCBS

• Procurement Method

Quality And Cost-Based Selection

• Language of Notice

English

• Submission Deadline Date/Time

Apr 09, 2026 14:00

• Published Date

Mar 24, 2026

• CONTACT INFORMATION
• Organization/Department

Ministry of Environment

• Name

Manale Felefle

• Address

Lazarieh Center, 7th and 8th fl, Bloc A-4 New, A4-Old and A5 P.O.Box: 11/2727, Beirut, Lebanon

• City

• Province/State

Lebanon

• Postal Code

• Country

Lebanon

• Phone

9611976 519

• Email

manale.felefle.s@gmail.com

• Website

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

(CONSULTING SERVICES)

LEBANON

Community-based Wildfire Risk Management in Lebanon’s Vulnerable Landscapes (P500390)

Grant No.: GEF TF0C5743

Assignment Title: Production of One (1) Short Project Documentary and Three (3) Short Video Clips

Reference No.: LB-MOE-539834-CS-QCBS

The Ministry of Environment has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Community-Based Wildfire Risk Management in Lebanon’s Vulnerable Landscapes (P500390) Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.

The Ministry of Environment now intends to select a qualified consulting firm to produce one (1) high-quality short project documentary and three (3) short video clips illustrating project activities, implementation progress, and expected outcomes across the project hotspots.

The consulting services (“the Services”) include, but are not limited to:

• Development of production concepts, scripts, and filming plans
• Field filming across the project hotspots
• Conducting interviews with project stakeholders and beneficiaries
• Production and editing of audiovisual materials
• Delivery of the final documentary and video clips in high-quality formats

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are attached to this Request for Expressions of Interest.

The Ministry of Environment now invites eligible consulting firms to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested firms should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.

Shortlisting criteria include:

• Proven experience in professional video and documentary production
• Demonstrated experience in at least five (5) similar assignments in audiovisual production or documentary filmmaking
• Experience working on development projects, environmental themes, or similar initiatives is considered an asset
• Familiarity with the Lebanese context is an advantage

Consultants will be selected in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (September 2023).

The attention of interested firms is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (September 2023), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 08:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (local time).

Expressions of interest must be delivered in written form to the address below (in person, by mail, or by email) no later than April 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (local time).

Government of Lebanon - Ministry of Environment

Lazarieh Center, Block 0, 8th Floor

Riad El Solh, P.O.Box: 11-2727 Beirut - Lebanon

Email: kamalhannakamal1965@gmail.com

CC: ramzajs2017@gmail.com; mhmdchaccour@gmail.com

ANNEX 1 – Terms of Reference

Production of One (1) High‑Quality Short Documentary and Three (3) Short Video Clips

1. INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND

The Ministry of Environment (MoE), with financing from the World Bank through the Global Environment Facility (GEF), is implementing the project entitled “Community‑Based Wildfire Risk Management in Lebanon’s Vulnerable Landscapes” (CWRM) (P500390). The Project Development Objective is to reduce wildfire risks in selected hotspots in Lebanon by improving forest landscape management through institutional strengthening, community engagement, and targeted investments.

Lebanon has experienced increasingly severe wildfire seasons in recent years, particularly between 2019 and 2021, resulting in extensive forest degradation, biodiversity loss, and damage to livelihoods and infrastructure. In response, the Government of Lebanon launched the CWRM Project over a four‑year period (2024–2028), focusing on three priority hotspots: Akkar, Minieh–Donniyeh, and Aley–Shouf (including Metn–Baabda).

The Project comprises three components: (1) enabling environment and capacity building, (2) investments in forest and fire management, and (3) project management, monitoring and learning.

To document implementation progress and outcomes, the Ministry of Environment seeks to engage a qualified Consultant to produce one (1) high‑quality short project documentary and three (3) short project video clips.

2. OBJECTIVE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The Ministry of Environment (MOE) hereinafter referred to as Client intends to select a Firm (hereinafter referred to as Consultant) to produce 1 High Quality Short Project Documentary (hereinafter referred as Documentary) and three (3) short project video clips (Documentary and short clips are hereinafter referred to as Assignment) that will illustrate the activities undertaken under the Community‑Based Wildfire Risk Management in Lebanon’s Vulnerable Landscapes three components and present their outcomes.

3. SCOPE OF WORK

Under the supervision of the Project Management Unit (PMU) in the Ministry of Environment (MoE), the Consultant will be responsible for producing one (1) high-quality short project documentary and three (3) short video clips, in accordance with the approved communication objectives and technical specifications.

The Consultant will perform the following tasks:

• Develop detailed production concepts, scripts, storyboards, and filming plans for review and approval by MoE and the World Bank prior to commencement of filming. • Conduct field filming across all three project hotspots, ensuring adequate geographic and thematic coverage.
• Capture core project activities, including but not limited to equipment deployment, training sessions, ecosystem restoration interventions, and community engagement actions.
• Conduct, record, and edit interviews with relevant stakeholders, including government officials, first responders, municipal representatives, and project beneficiaries.
• Produce professional Arabic narration for all audiovisual materials, with accurate English subtitles provided for each finalized deliverable.
• Edit and finalize all audiovisual products to broadcast quality standards, in formats approved by MoE.
• Submit first edited versions for MoE and the World Bank review and incorporate all consolidated comments prior to final delivery.
• Deliver final approved outputs together with fully organized raw footage, project files, and editable source materials, transferred on external storage devices or secure digital platforms as specified by MoE.

All deliverables are subject to MoE and the World Bank’s review and approval.

4. DELIVERABLES

Deliverables under this Assignment will comprise of:

• Work plan and scripts, including production concept, detailed scripts, and filming schedule for the project documentary and the three (3) short clips.
• One (1) documentary (3–5 minutes), introducing the project objectives, project context, implementation arrangements, expected key outcomes, as well as benefits, and including testimonials from relevant stakeholders, in line with the production details outlined under the Scope of Work above. The documentary will be delivered in 4K Ultra HD resolution.
• Three (3) short video clips (approximately 1 minute each), focusing on each hotspot covered by the project, namely Akkar, Dennyeh and Shouf, and highlighting the human interest and importance dimensions through short testimonials from beneficiaries, community members, local authorities, and project staff. The short clips will be delivered in HD format.
• Raw footage, provided as an organized digital archive containing all filmed material, interviews, and b-roll, delivered on an external storage device.

The overall assignment will cover activities across the three wildfire hotspots targeted by the project, as identified by the PMU/MoE. The selection of filming locations will be based on geographical distribution, nature and scope of activities, progress status (including before/after footage), visibility of project interventions, presence of beneficiaries, community engagement, and gender balance in represented voices.

No equipment will be purchased or provided by the Client. Any equipment required to complete this Assignment will be supplied by the Consultant. All videos will be recorded using professional cameras and microphones to ensure high-quality image and sound. Final deliverables will be submitted in digital format, together with all editable files.

5. KEY THEMES TO BE COVERED

Wildfire prevention and preparedness; institutional coordination; community participation; gender inclusion; safeguards; early warning systems; forest landscape restoration and resilience.

6. TARGET AUDIENCE

General public, municipalities, civil defense, government institutions, donors, academia, media.

7. TIMELINE AND SCHEDULE

The consultant should finalize the assignment within 22 weeks from the date of the signing of the contract or the Notification Date (N.D). The consultant will submit the below listed deliverables as per the indicated timeline:

8. QUALIFICATIONS

The Consultant (team) must demonstrate experience in directing, producing, and publishing video products and should provide a portfolio demonstrating at least five (5) similar projects. The Consultant must also demonstrate experience and/or knowledge of the Lebanese context. The Consultant’s team of experts responsible for the preparation and successful delivery of the services described herein should include the following:

Key Expert 1: Director

Minimum bachelor’s degree in Audiovisual, media communications, or related field.

Minimum of 10 years of experience in working with video production.

• Key Expert 2: Videographer

Minimum bachelor’s in photography/ videographer, or related discipline.

Minimum of 8 years of experience in working in the field of photography/videography, with knowledge of function in various types of cameras, lenses, films, and accessories, and in-depth knowledge of photo database technology.

• Key Expert 3: Producer

Minimum bachelor’s degree in Audiovisual, media communications, or related field.

Minimum of 8 years in the production field, solid experience in processing and editing news, documentary films, TV programs and 3 to 4-minute short format films; and demonstrated experience of conception, production and editing of short video documentaries. Proficient command of Arabic/English.

9. REPORTING

The Consultant will report directly to the PMU in MoE

10. PAYMENT SCHEDULE

The payments under this contract are based on deliverables as per the above schedule of payment. The Consultant will submit invoices within 30 calendar days of completing the scope of work and submission of deliverables.

Noting that the total Consultant’s remuneration (fees) will include all transportation, communication fees, software, computers, cameras and all local Taxes.

11. CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND ANTI-CORRUPTION

The Consultant will declare any actual or potential conflict of interest and will comply with the World Bank Anti-Corruption Guidelines and applicable procurement regulations.

12. BANK SECRECY DECLARATION

The Consultant should submit a signed and stamped declaration, in which, as stipulated in “article (5) of the banking secrecy law dated 3/9/1956 and as stipulated in the resolution of the Council of Ministries no.4 dated 28/4/2020”, the Consultant agrees to lift banking secrecy over the bank account used to deposit or transfer public funds related to this Contract, and which will be included as Contract Clause.

13. ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SAFEGAURDS COMPLIANCE

The Consultant will comply with all applicable World Bank Environmental and Social Standards (ESS). The Consultant will ensure informed consent prior to conducting interviews, protect vulnerable groups, and ensure respectful and accurate representation of beneficiaries. Filming will not take place without prior authorization from the Client.

14. COPYRIGHT
All materials produced under this assignment will remain the exclusive property of the Ministry of Environment. The Consultant may not reproduce or use any output without written authorization.

15. TERMINATION:

The Client reserves the right to terminate the contract for convenience or for non-performance, in accordance with applicable World Bank procurement regulations.

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