Invitation for Request for Expressions of Interest    Status:Approved

GOVERNMENT OF THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF BANGLADESH

Ministry/Division : Ministry of Planning
Agency : Planning Division
Procuring Entity Name : Project Director, “Strengthening Digital Processing of Projects (SDPP) (1st Revised)” Project.
Procuring Entity Code : N/A
Procuring Entity District : Dhaka
Expression of Interest for Selection of : Individual Consultant (National)  (Time-Based)
Title Of Service : Software Specialist, Network & Maintenance Specialist, Capacity Development Expert and Finance & Procurement Specialist.
EOI Ref. No. : 20.29.0000.000.14.088.23-428
Date : 10/08/2023

KEY INFORMATION

Procurement Sub-Method : Selection of Individual Consultants (SIC)

FUNDING INFORMATION

Budget and Source of Funds : Development Budget GOB
Development Partners :

PARTICULAR INFORMATION

Project/Programme Name : Project Director, “Strengthening Digital Processing of Projects (SDPP) (1st Revised)” Project.
EOI Closing Date and Time : 27/08/2023 12:00PM
Publication Date : 12/08/2023

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANT

Brief Description of Assignment : SD-01: Software Specialist: Oversee all technical aspects of the project implementation; Oversee the integration of software modules and components into the system. Automate rigorous unit and regression tests to verify and validate the system across platforms. Ensure in cooperation with PD, DPD, technical soundness of project activities and achievement of project outputs. SD-02: Network & Maintenance Specialist: Maintenance of Data Center, Server, Network and Security system. Prepare and verify user requirements related to network; Administer LAN System, Computer Systems, Mail Server, Proxy Server, Web Server and Database Server; Maintain and report on data center internet and server security logs. SD-03: Capacity Development Expert: Oversee all activities related to training for the project implementation; Advise Project Director on accountability and transparency of training arrangement and training budget management of the project; Assist Project Director in administration and procurement process to achieve of project outputs if required. SD-04: Finance & Procurement Specialist: Assist in budgeting, financial record keeping, reporting, fund monitoring, project expenditure & payment processing, assist in auditing, prepare procurement plan & documentation of procurement as per PPR, maintaining liaison for procurement and financial matters, analysis budget, etc. Prepare/review/finalize procurement related documents as per Public Procurement Rules 2008. Details can be found in the TOR.
Experience, Resources and Delivery Capacity Required : SD-01: Software Specialist: The Consultant must have 4 years of bachelor’s degree in computer Science and Engineering from any recognized university; 12 years of experience of working closely in software development and management both in client and vendor SD-02: Network & Maintenance Specialist: B.Sc. in Computer Science/Engineering from any recognized university; CCNA and ITIL Training is preferable; At least 8 years’ experience in LAN / WAN and System Administration, Trouble shooting and user support; Strong experience in the Linux environment is highly preferable SD-03: Capacity Development Expert: The Consultant must have master’s degree in any discipline from any recognized university; Must have 10 years practical experience in development project, including 5 years’ experience in the field of training and procurement. SD-04: Finance & Procurement Specialist: The consultant must have master’s degree in Accounting/Economics/Statistics/ Finance/Business Administration/Management or other relevant subject; At least 10 years of work experience in development sector in the field of accounting including 5 years’ experience in public procurements. Details can be found in the TOR.
Other Details (if applicable) : A Copy of Terms of reference (TOR) and necessary forms of the assignment may be obtained from the address below during 09:000 to 16:00 hours or download from Planning Division website [www.plandiv.gov.bd]. Application shall be submitted on or before 27/08/2023 at 12:00PM in sealed envelope delivered to the undersigned and be clearly marked “Request for Application for Selection of [name of the position]. Necessary documents in support of educational qualifications and experience and skills shall have to be submitted. Details can be found in the TOR.
Association with foreign firms is : Not Applicable
Eoi Detail Information
Ref No Phasing Of Services Location Start Date Completion Date
20.29.0000.000.14.088.23-428 Single Time Based Dhaka September, 2023 June, 2025

PROCURING ENTITY DETAILS

Name of Official Inviting EOI : Dr. Nurun Nahar
Designation of Official Inviting EOI : Project Director (Additional Secretary)
Address of Official Inviting EOI : Strengthening Digital Processing of projects (SDPP) (1st Revised), Room # 14, Bhaban # 13, Ministry of Planning, Sher-E-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka – 1207.
Contact details of Official Inviting EOI : Phone : 02-48117505, Fax : N/A, Email : n.nurun@gmail.com
The procuring entity reserves the right to accept or reject all tenders