Uzbekistan Digital Inclusion Project (Узбекистан - Тендер #63683111)

• Project ID

P179108

• Project Title

Uzbekistan Digital Inclusion Project

• Country

Uzbekistan

• Notice No

OP00355823

• Notice Type

Request for Expression of Interest

• Notice Status

Published

• Borrower Bid Reference

UZ-DIP-443831-CS-QCBS

• Procurement Method

Quality And Cost-Based Selection

• Language of Notice

English

• Submission Deadline Date/Time

May 28, 2025 18:00

• Published Date

May 06, 2025

• CONTACT INFORMATION
• Organization/Department

The Uzbekistan Digital Inclusion Project under “Administration of Technology Park of Software and IT” LLC

• Name

Kumush Abdurahmanova

• Address

7/2, Muminov str., 100164, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

• City

• Province/State

Uzbekistan

• Postal Code

• Country

Uzbekistan

• Phone

+99890 929 60 49

• Email

udip@it-park.uz

• Website

https://it-park.uz/ru/itpark

THE REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTAN

Uzbekistan Digital Inclusion Project

Credit No: 7425-UZB

Assignment title: Consulting services to establish “Enterprise Uzbekistan” as a favorable eco-system for the development of ITES in Uzbekistan

Reference No.: UZ-DIP-443831-CS-QCBS

The Republic of Uzbekistan (hereinafter referred to as the “Borrower”) has applied for financing from the International Development Association (IDA) (hereinafter referred to as the “Bank”) in the form of a “credit” (hereinafter referred to as the “credit”) to cover the costs of the Uzbekistan Digital Inclusion Project. “Administration of Technology Park of Software and IТ” LLC as the Implementing Agency, intends to use part of the funds to pay for consulting services to establish “Enterprise Uzbekistan” as a favorable eco-system for the development of ITES in Uzbekistan.

This assignment aims to support the establishment of “Enterprise Uzbekistan” as a holistic, interconnected and complementary eco-system in the field of ITES that meets modern ICT requirements and the pace of development of the digital sector, in order to attract local companies and foreign investors, as well as develop the export potential of the IT Park and of a country as a whole.

The purpose of this consultancy is to support the implementation of a regulatory framework, develop incentives packages, propose infrastructure offering, develop resident and investment attraction schemes, support engagement and skills development strategies and operational processes for “Enterprise Uzbekistan”.

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

• Phase 1 - Development of a 5-year “Enterprise Uzbekistan” Strategy with implementation plan for initial 2 years along with marketing plan and launch;
• Phase 2 - Support implementation of “Enterprise Uzbekistan” Strategy

The consulting services are expected to last approximately 24 months.

To obtain the Terms of Reference for the assignment, please send your request to the following
e-mail address: udip@it-park.uz.

“Administration of Technology Park of Software and IТ” LLC now invites eligible consulting firms (“Consultants”) to express their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants must provide information confirming they have the necessary qualifications and relevant experience to provide the Services.

Only qualified firms will be shortlisted. Shortlisting criteria:

1. The Consultant must provide at least three (3) references of projects in investment attraction or strategy transformation which have been successfully implemented in the last five (5) years. Experience in Central Asia and Uzbekistan is an advantage. References should include project summaries clear evidence of achieved outcomes, and contact details for verification.

2. The Consultant must demonstrate at least three (3) years of experience in conducting or supporting Governments in the implementation or evaluation of public policies and/or strategic planning. Experience in Central Asia and Uzbekistan is an advantage. References should include details of the projects, specific government counterparts, and impact assessments where available.

For the Joint Venture (if applicable): for criteria 1 and 2 - the Lead Consultant must meet at least two-thirds (2/3) of each requirement. Each other JV member must meet at least one-third (1/3).

3. The Consultant must demonstrate experience in delivering at least one (1) contract with a total value of USD 500,000 involving similar services, preferably implemented in Central Asia or for the Government of Uzbekistan over the past three (3) years. Supporting documentation should include contract details and completion certificates to demonstrate successful project execution.

For the Joint Venture (if applicable): At least one member must meet the full requirement (USD 500,000 contract). Each other JV member must have completed a similar contract of at least USD 200,000.

4. The Consultant must demonstrate an annual revenue from consulting services of at least USD 1.5 million in any of the last two (2) years (2023 or 2024). Supported by audited financial statements or equivalent documentation.

5. The Consultant must have cash reserves of at least USD 50,000 (as of December 31, 2024) to cover potential cash flow gaps. Supported by the most recent financial statements or bank confirmation.

For the Joint Venture (if applicable): for criteria 4 and 5 - the combined revenue or reserves must meet the requirement. The Lead Consultant must meet at least 40% of each financial requirement. Each other member must meet at least 25%.

Key experts will not be assessed at the selection stage.

The shortlist will include 5 to 8 companies.

The attention of interested consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank"s Procurement Guidelines for IPF Borrowers, Fifth Edition, September 2023 (the "Procurement Guidelines"), which sets forth the World Bank"s conflict of interest policy.

Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their expertise, but must clearly state whether the association is a form of joint venture and/or sub-consultancy. In the case of a joint venture, all partners in the joint venture are jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if one is chosen.

The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method described in the Procurement Guidelines and specifically stated in the Request for Proposals.

As part of the expression of interest, the Consultant must include the following information:

• Information about the consulting firm

• Associations (joint venture or subconsulting )

Present the rationale and benefits of working in an association (JV or subconsultant) with others, rather than independently performing the task (as needed). Describe the proposed approach to managing and coordinating the association and the role of each firm.

• Management competence
• Describe standard policies, procedures, and practices that your entity has to assure quality interaction with clients and outputs;
• How does your firm/consortium handle complaints regarding the work of experts or the quality of reports submitted on previous and future assignments? What internal controls are in place to handle and resolve complaints?
• How do you ensure the quality of your firm/consortium"s work throughout the duration of the assignment.
• Project references

Submit relevant projects demonstrating the firm"s expertise and experience (maximum 10 projects).

• Summary of the projects listed above

• Eligibility

We, the undersigned, confirm to the best of our knowledge and belief:

• We have reviewed the announcement, including the technical specifications (TS), for this task: (YES/NO);
• Neither the consulting firm, nor its JV member or subconsultant, nor any of its experts prepared the TOR for this activity: (YES/NO);
• We confirm that the references to projects presented within this RFP accurately reflect the experience of the named firm/consortium: (YES/NO);
• If we provide an assignment resulting from our work on the assignment, our firm, the JV member or sub-consultant, and the expert(s) will be disqualified from being shortlisted and participating in the assignment.
• The Lead Firm and the JV Member or Sub-Consultant are NOT currently under sanctions by or against other MDBs. Neither the Consulting Firm nor the JV Member or Sub-Consultant has ever been convicted of an integrity related offense or a crime involving theft, corruption, fraud, conspiracy or coercion.

For further information, please contact the address below during business hours: 9:00 a.m. to 18:00 (Tashkent time).

Expressions of interest must be delivered in writing to the address below (in person, by post or by email) by 18:00 (Tashkent time) on May 28, 2025 to the address below.

“Administration of Technology Park of Software and IТ” LLC

Attention of: Mr. Abdulahad Kuchkarov, General Director

Uzbekistan Digital Inclusion project

6th floor, 7/2, Muminov str.

100164, Tashkent, Uzbekistan,

udip@it-park.uz, +99871 209 11 99 (1037), +99890 929 60 49

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