RFP for Consultancy Services - Demand Side Management Policy for the Philippines
UNOPS
RFP for Consultancy Services - Demand Side Management Policy for the Philippines
Request for proposal
Reference:
RFP/2023/45806
Beneficiary countries:
Philippines
Registration level:
Basic
Published on:
23-Feb-2023
Deadline on:
07-Apr-2023 09:00 0.00
Description
Tender description: This tender is for Demand Side Management for the Philippines
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IMPORTANT NOTE: Interested vendors must respond to this tender using the UNOPS eSourcing system, via the UNGM portal. In order to access the full UNOPS tender details, request clarifications on the tender, and submit a vendor response to a tender using the system, vendors need to be registered as a UNOPS vendor at the UNGM portal and be logged into UNGM. For guidance on how to register on UNGM and submit responses to UNOPS tenders in the UNOPS eSourcing system, please refer to the user guide and other resources available at: https://esourcing.unops.org/#/Help/Guides
Interested in improving your knowledge of what UNOPS procures, how we procure, and how to become a vendor to supply to our organization? Learn more about our free online course on “Doing business with UNOPS” here.
This tender has been posted through the UNOPS eSourcing system. / Cet avis a été publié au moyen du système eSourcing de l'UNOPS. / Esta licitación ha sido publicada usando el sistema eSourcing de UNOPS. Vendor Guide / Guide pour Fournisseurs / Guíra para Proveedores: https://esourcing.unops.org/#/Help/Guides
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This procurement opportunity integrates considerations for at least one sustainability indicator. However, it does not meet the requirements to be considered sustainable.
Gender issues
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The tender contains sustainability considerations addressing gender equality and women's empowerment.
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Gender mainstreaming, targeted employment of women, promotion of women-owned businesses.
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Energy or utility consulting service
New clarification added: Question:We understand that the bid should include the cost for workshops.In relation to public events (such as public consultations), can we assume that any physical or hybrid the public events will take place in a public space and the bid should NOT include (venue, refreshments, materials, and other relevant associated costs for conducting the event)? If costs have to be included, can you provide guidance on how many attendees should be assumed in the bid?For the same purpose, can you provide guidance on the number of attendees for the two Manila workshops in Task A.2 so the bid includes an appropriate level of costs.Answer:It is common practice that public consultations are held for one day, where the draft policy is presented in the morning followed by discussions with the stakeholders that may spill over in the afternoon. It is expected that lunch, morning and afternoon snacks will be provided. Public consultations are often done in reasonably priced event venues or hotels. About 100 in person participants are expected (which includes representatives from DOE), with others joining online. Provisions for a hybrid event must be ensured.For the Manila workshops in Task A.2, expect 50 participants for each workshop.The bid should include the costs for these events.
Edited on:
24-Mar-2023 03:38
Edited by:
webservice@unops.org
New amendment added #2: Amendment to extend the deadline for clarifications to 27 March 2023 and submission deadline to 7 April 2023
Edited on:
22-Mar-2023 08:57
Edited by:
webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question:Task D.1. DSM Toolkit for DUs states “The toolkit may include templates for contracts with third parties, a database of product and service providers…”. Can you elaborate on what third parties and types of contracts the TOR envisages? For example, is it contracts for equipment supply (such as for smart metres) or contracts with energy consumers providing the DSM service? Elaborating on this point would be appreciated.Answer:Bidders are encouraged to propose the contents of the toolkit. Third parties may refer to service or equipment providers, as well as energy service companies. Contract with energy consumers may be considered if called for by any of the DSM strategies. Question: In response to a question dated 2023-03-17 UNOPS stated “The bidder is expected to include the cost of conducting consultations and workshops (venue, refreshments, materials, and other relevant associated costs for conducting the event) in their financial proposal. The Department of Energy is not expected to bear any cost for the events that this project will be organizing.” Can you clarify if accommodation costs for attendees should be included?Answer:Accommodation costs for attendees should not be included in the financial proposal. It is expected that the participants will cover their transportation and accommodation (if necessary) costs.
Edited on:
20-Mar-2023 10:32
Edited by:
webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question:Sourcing a project team with a presence in the Philippines to undertake the needed work is taking time, hence we would like to request a 1 week extension to the proposal submission deadline.Answer:We are extending the submission to April 7, 2023, 5.00 PM (Manila time).
Edited on:
20-Mar-2023 10:31
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question:The scope includes several consultation meetings and workshops. Please advise if we need to include venue costs (including refreshments etc.) in our proposal and what specific costs need to be included. What costs are borne by the Department of Energy?Answer:The bidder is expected to include the cost of conducting consultations and workshops (venue, refreshments, materials, and other relevant associated costs for conducting the event) in their financial proposal. The Department of Energy is not expected to bear any cost for the events that this project will be organizing.
Edited on:
17-Mar-2023 08:22
Edited by:
webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question:Re. Form D: Technical Proposal Form's page limitation, we have found only specifications in Section 1, please advise if there are any pages limitations for the other sections, especially Section 2: Proposed Methodology, Approach and Implementation Plan.Answer:There is no limitation on the number of pages for Section 2 (Proposed Methodology, Approach and Implementation Plan) and Section 3 (Key Personnel Proposed).
Edited on:
16-Mar-2023 09:14
Edited by:
webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question:Re. Form D: Technical Proposal Form's page limitation, we have found only specifications in Section 1, please advise if there are any pages limitations for the other sections, especially Section 2: Proposed Methodology, Approach and Implementation Plan.Answer:There is no limitation on the number of pages for Section 2 (Proposed Methodology, Approach and Implementation Plan) and Section 3 (Key Personnel Proposed).
Edited on:
16-Mar-2023 09:11
Edited by:
webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: There is no limitation on the number of pages for Section 2 (Proposed Methodology, Approach and Implementation Plan) and Section 3 (Key Personnel Proposed).
Edited on:
16-Mar-2023 09:01
Edited by:
webservice@unops.org
New amendment added #1: Amendment to attach Pre-Bid Meeting Presentation and Minutes
Edited on:
03-Mar-2023 11:46
Edited by:
webservice@unops.org