Development and Implementation of Aquarating Action Plan

Barbados has requested financing from the Inter-American Development Bank for the Barbados Climate Resilient South Coast Water Reclamation Project and plans to use part of the proceeds to finance this consultancy. The operation is BA-L1063 and the loan agreement is 5908/OC-BA.

The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) invites eligible consulting firms to submit expressions of interest to develop and implement an action plan based on the AquaRating methodology, aimed at improving the institutional, operational, financial and environmental performance of the entity.

The services include the evaluation of BWA's performance through AquaRating, including governance, service quality, operational efficiency, asset management, financial sustainability, customer service, and social and gender inclusion. The consultancy will identify gaps and priority areas for improvement, and will develop an action plan with measures, deadlines, responsible parties, resources and performance indicators. It will also provide technical assistance, training and support for the implementation of priority measures, including aspects of operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment and reuse facilities.

Firms must demonstrate at least ten years of international and regional experience in the water and sanitation sector, utility performance improvement, AquaRating implementation, and institutional strengthening. Experience in wastewater operations and at least two AquaRating-related projects or equivalent performance evaluation frameworks are required. Experience in the Caribbean, small island States, and projects funded by international agencies is an asset.

The selection will be made in accordance with the IDB's consulting policies. Partnerships and sub-consultancies are allowed to strengthen qualifications, and the shortlist will include between five and eight eligible firms.

Note: Tender documents and annexes are available in the original language of the country.