RFP Consultancy Services For Facilitating Private Sector’s Access to and Engagement in Vietnam’s Energy Sector
UNOPS
RFP Consultancy Services For Facilitating Private Sector’s Access to and Engagement in Vietnam’s Energy Sector
Request for proposal
Reference:
RFP/2024/52832
Beneficiary countries:
Viet Nam
Registration level:
Basic
Published on:
11-Jul-2024
Deadline on:
19-Aug-2024 05:01 0.00
Description
Tender description: Consultancy Services For Facilitating Private Sector’s Access to and Engagement in Vietnam’s Energy Sector
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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
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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.
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The tender contains sustainability considerations addressing gender equality and women's empowerment.
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Energy or utility consulting service
New amendment added #3: Extend the submission deadline from 13 August to 19 August 2024.
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06-Aug-2024 06:14
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New clarification added: Question: We are keen to submit the bid. We would highly appreciate if you could please indicate the estimated bid value.Looking forward for your response.Answer: UNOPS cannot share information on the budget for any of its tenders. Please refer to Section_II_Schedule of Requirements (TOR) to propose the cost aligns with the ToR.
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06-Aug-2024 05:32
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New clarification added: Question: Under the TOR, the D.3. Report requires international experiences. Our question is "Is there any specific requirement regarding the nationality of experts?"Answer: We don't have any requirements for the nationality of experts.
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05-Aug-2024 12:48
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New clarification added: Per your previous response "For this project no lunch is needed for each workshop but please include 1 coffee break for participants". But according to Form C - Financial, it is mentioned that "Hotel/ meeting venue in Hanoi / Long An / Quang Ninh, inclusive of coffee break and lunch". Could you reconfirm on the "lunch" requirement?Answer: Please propose the cost for organizing the half day workshop with 1 coffee break and no lunch.
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05-Aug-2024 12:17
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New clarification added: Question: The middle row of the table on p24 requires bidders to submit a minimum of two customer references (Form F). Further, it is required that “one reference from the JV should be submitted”. On the pre-bid call, this was amended to request at least one reference per member of the JV. Please confirm the requirement.Answer: The bidder, who does not form a JV, should provide at least 2 customer references. In case of JV, each of the JV member should provide at least 1 customer reference.
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05-Aug-2024 12:13
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New clarification added: Why are workshops D5 being held in Long An and Quang Ninh? Is it possible for the offeror to propose alternative locations that may be more suitable?Answer: This is a requirement from the beneficiary and therefore cannot be amended.
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05-Aug-2024 12:01
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New clarification added: Form D – Technical Proposal Form, Section 3, mentions energy analysis, but this is not reflected in the assessment criteria of the RFP. Could you confirm whether the assignment team still requires an energy analysis? If so, please provide the assessment criteria and allocated points for this component.Answer: The personnel assessment should be the same as in the TOR:Assessment Criteria:1. Team lead (6)2. Economic / Fiscal Expert (4)3. Financial Analyst (3)4. Energy Expert (Technical and Policy) (3)5. Policy and Regulatory Expert (4)Total points 20
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05-Aug-2024 10:48
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New clarification added: Question 1: In reference to TOR D.5. Workshops on Blended finance and innovative instruments for enhancing private sector engagement in energy sector, to ensure venue selection and logistics arrangement is appropriate, based on our experience, prior site visits for workshop preparation are strongly recommended. Please advise if we could include non-personnel expenses for site visits in the financial proposal. Answer: The consultant is required to detail, explain, and include components that would ensure the successful delivery of the workshops. UNOPS/ETP will assess the reasonableness of the proposal.Question 2: In reference to TOR D.6. iv. On the scope for Current State of PPP Projects in Viet Nam, it is stated that analysis is requested for “PPP projects in Viet Nam since the enactment of the PPP law, focusing on energy-related projects”. Is there a requirement regarding the number of PPP projects to be studied for this component? Does this component include analysis only on projects expected to come into operation post the enactment of the PPP law in 2021?Will UNOPS/ETP and beneficiaries support in providing details / information on chosen PPP projects under assessment, understanding that some project information might not be available on the public domain?Answer: The analysis applies to energy-related projects since the enactment of PPP Law in 2021. The consultant is required to identify sources of information for analysis, together with demonstrate an ability to connect with the right stakeholders. UNOPS/ETP and the beneficiary will provide advice, support, and guidance on the plan once the project commences.Question 3: TOR D.4. iv. Assessment of Private Capital Mobilization: The consultant evaluates private capital mobilization models and efforts for energy projects and highlights challenges faced by the private sector.TOR D.4. v. Policy and Regulatory Analysis: The consultant analyses the existing policies and regulations governing energy f inance and private capital mobilization and highlight gaps and opportunities for improvement.TOR D.4.vi. Recommendations and Strategies: The consultant develops recommendations and strategies based on the analysis findings.TOR D.7. iii. Assessment of Current Private Capital Mobilization in Viet Nam and Gaps, requiring summaries on the current model in financing the energy sector in Viet Nam, highlighting existing gaps in private capital mobilization models and areas for improvement to optimize the use of private capital.Based on our review of the TOR, D.7.iii. seems to overlap with analysis under TOR D.4 components as highlighted above. We suggest removing sub-task D.7.iii. from D.7. deliverables and including it as part of D.4. to avoid repeated efforts and time in redoing the work.Answer: The component under D7 mentioned in the clarification request has the following description according to the TOR: "The consultant summarises the current model in financing the energy sector in Viet Nam, highlights existing gaps in mobilising private capital mobilisation and areas for improvement to optimise the use of private capital." What is prescribed in the TOR is a component of the report - and the consultant is required to provide a suitable approach to address that.Question 4: We understand that Form A - Joint Venture Partner Information Form - is required for JV/Consortium/Association. If we are different entities under a network firm, is it required to submit this form or not? Answer: If multiple companies are submitting the proposal as a consortium then it is required to fill out the form. Otherwise, bidder can leave this form blank.Question 5: Timeline for D.6. is 1 month. Overall timeline for the project is 11 months. Considering the required scope of work for D.6., which encompasses Policy and Regulatory Framework Assessment, Assessment of Current State of PPP Projects in Viet Nam, and Developing a Capacity Building Plan for all stakeholders, it is likely to take more than 1 month to deliver all these activities. Thus, the overall timeline for the project might require 12-13 months for completion. Please consider this suggested extension of the Project timeline. Answer: The consultant is required to mobilise resources to complete the project within the recommended timeline.
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05-Aug-2024 09:50
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New clarification added: Question: Are there specific cost norms applicable for expenses relating to workshops (e.g., venue, intepretation, and so on)? Does UNOPS have specific requirements for the workshops such as venue class (4-star, 5-star) or lunch for participations?Answer: The consultant is required to budget for workshop-related logistics such as venue, intepretation, etc. in alignment with the requirements in the TOR. For this project no lunch is needed for each workshop but please include 1 coffee break for participants. The hotel venue should be a 4-star hotel.
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05-Aug-2024 09:26
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New clarification added: Dear Sir/Madam,I am writing to kindly request an extension to the deadline for submitting bids for this assignment.Due to reduced availability of experts over the summer period, we would greatly appreciate an additional two weeks to be able to submit a proposal that meets all required standards and includes comprehensive details.Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to your favorable response.Kind regardsAnswer: Unfortunately, we won't be able to extend the deadline as this project is urgent.
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05-Aug-2024 06:14
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New clarification added: Dear UNOPS team,May we have an extension for the submission to allow more time to onboard more views from the private sector? Their views are valuable for our proposal. Thank you. Answer: We won't be able to extend the deadline as this project is urgent.
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05-Aug-2024 06:08
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New clarification added: Question: One of our sub-consultant firm/partners for our proposal to you has prepared this "Side Letter" on the General Conditions of Contract. Can you please review the proposed terms and let us know if they are acceptable to UNOPS for this assignment? This is a standard procedure to govern the work performed. Thank you. Answer: UNOPS cannot accept any deviation to the standard General Conditions of Contract. The GCC is a UNOPS global standard condition, acceptance to it is part of eligibility and formal criteria assessment for all bidders.
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05-Aug-2024 04:28
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New clarification added: Question 1: Which is the focus of each deliverable (from D3 to D9)? For example: Is the focus of D3 energy transition project only? Or energy project in general with a focus on energy transition? In particular, there are different terms i.e., “energy projects / sector”, “clean energy projects / initiatives / sector”, “energy transition projects / initiatives / sector”, mentioned as the study’s objects of sub-activities from D3 to D9.For examples, under D.3. Report, the TOR mentioned that:+ “involves analysing successful case studies and best practices from various global contexts to understand the mechanisms, strategies, and financial instruments used to attract private investment into energy transition projects.”+ “Strategies and Mechanisms Used: This component focuses on the strategies and mechanisms employed internationally to attract private investment into energy transition projects.”+ “Finance Structures and Instruments: This component focuses on exploring, analysing, and cross-comparing finance structures and instruments relevant to the energy sector. The analysis evaluates the advantages, limitations, and suitability of different finance structures for financing energy transition projects. Additionally, it considers emerging trends and innovations in energy finance, such as blended finance arrangements and innovative risk-sharing mechanisms.”+ “Model for Private Capital Mobilisation: The consultant cross-compares and scrutinises models of private capital mobilisation for energy projects.”Answer: The focus of the deliverables is on energy transition and clean energy projects. However, to fully understand current financing structures, it is necessary to consider the broader energy sector. This ensures a comprehensive analysis of how financing mechanisms are applicable across the entire energy sector, not just limited to energy transition projects. Please refer back to the TOR. Question 2: Are the scope of the two following mentioned sub-activities under D4 and D7 similar i.e., assessment of private capital mobilisation in Vietnam for energy projects in general? Or D4 should focus on assessment of capital mobilisation for energy transition projects while D7 should focus on that of clean energy ones?In particular, + Under D4, the consultant is requested to conduct “Assessment of Private Capital Mobilisation: The consultant evaluates private capital mobilisation models and efforts for energy projects and highlights challenges faced by the private sector.”+ Under D7, the consultant is also requested to conduct “Assessment of Current Private Capital Mobilisation in Viet Nam and Gaps: The consultant summarises the current model in financing the energy sector in Viet Nam, highlights existing gaps in mobilising private capital mobilisation and areas for improvement to optimise the use of private capital.”Both of these sub-activities mentioned to energy projects in general.Answer: For D4: D4 requires the consultant to provide "an in-depth examination of the current state of Viet Nam’s financial activities pertaining to energy-related matters. It involves a multifaceted analysis focusing on expenditure patterns, utilisation of allocated funds, absorption capacity, and debt management strategies within the finance sector." with specific components (at a minimum) required clearly listed out. The assessment of the current state of play is the whole activity of D4.For D7: - The component under D7 mentioned in the clarification request has the following description according to the TOR: "The consultant summarises the current model in financing the energy sector in Viet Nam, highlights existing gaps in mobilising private capital mobilisation and areas for improvement to optimise the use of private capital." - In order to provide recommendations for improved finance structures, innovative financing instruments, platforms, and systems to mobilise finance from private sectors to clean energy projects, it is essential to understand the current state of play, particularly focusing on the gaps and areas for improvement. However, this is only one component of D7.
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05-Aug-2024 04:23
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New amendment added #2: Adding prebid-meeting minute and presentation
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03-Aug-2024 05:25
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New clarification added: Question: In your tender particular, there is different information about the pre-bid meeting date below - could you please confirm which date and time is correct? Answer: Prebid Meeting for RFP/2024/52832: Facilitating Private Sector's Access to Friday, July 26 · 3:00 – 4:00pmTime zone: Asia/BangkokGoogle Meet joining infoVideo call link: https://meet.google.com/mmg-usnq-ugfOr dial: (TH) +66 2 844 9331 PIN: 892 452 683 6805#More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/mmg-usnq-ugf?pin=8924526836805
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23-Jul-2024 08:48
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New amendment added #1: Revising the Prr-Bidd meeting date and details
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18-Jul-2024 04:37
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New clarification added: Question: We note that there are similarities between this current tender and the Terms of Reference for RFP/2024/52181. While the earlier tender covers the “framework for investment and development of sustainable energy infrastructure” more broadly (including frameworks to mobilise private capital), this new tender is focused on the role of the private sector. We note in particular the similarities between D3 and D4 in the new tender and D3 and D4 in the earlier tender. Neither Terms of Reference refers to the other. It would be very useful if ETP could clarify the relationship between the two assignments.Answer: These two tenders are different in scopes, coverages, details, and strategic focuses. Please refer back to the TOR for the specific components requested to be addressed. Some points are listed below:- Scope and Coverage: The previous tender encompasses a wide range of measures aimed at overall sector development and providing specific inputs for the development of a dedicated/ priority policy in sustainable energy infrastructure and associated framework, whereas this tender assignment targets specific strategies to mobilize private capital and engagement via a wide range of incentives + finance arrangements (and specific inputs for PPPs) - Strategic focus: The policy framework addresses both public and private sector interests, while the facilitation assignment is primarily focused on enhancing the private sector's role and involvement and addressing issues covering them, particularly linking to PPPs.
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17-Jul-2024 12:04
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