Procurement Specialist — Philippines Digital Infrastructure Project

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) (INDIVIDUAL CONSULTING SERVICES) PHILIPPINES PHILIPPINE DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT Loan No./Credit No./ Grant No.: IBRD Loan Number 9730-PH Assignment Title: Engagement of Technical Consultant under the Project Implementation Unit - Procurement Specialist Reference No . ( as per Procurement Plan ): PH-DICT-553036-CS-INDV The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Philippine Digital Infrastructure Project (PDIP) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The consulting services (“the Services”) include the hiring of a Procurement Specialist who will directly report to the Project Manager, and will be responsible for overseeing and managing all procurement related aspects of the Project. The list of duties and responsibilities is provided in the detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) attached as “Annex A”. The engagement is a time-based contract for a twenty-four (24) months period inclusive of a 6-month probation period. The Estimated Price Cost (EPC) per month is: NINETY-NINE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED NINETY-NINE PESOS AND 98/100 (Php 99,999.98). The location for this position is at the designated office of the DICT in Quezon City, Philippines. The DICT now invites eligible individuals (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services ( attach curriculum vitae with description of experience in similar assignments, similar conditions, etc. ). Firms’ staff may express interest through the employing firm for the assignment and, under such a situation, only the experience and qualifications of individuals shall be considered in the selection process. The criteria for selecting the Consultant are the following: REQUIRED COMPETENCIES AND KNOWLEDGE Comprehensive understanding of both World Bank and Philippine National Government procurement rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and practices. Proficiency in computer skills and related software applications. Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities, with a focus on effective collaboration and efficient task management. Sharp analytical and negotiation skills combined with resourcefulness, initiative, and sound judgment. Proven ability to prioritize tasks, plan, coordinate, and monitor work effectively. Exceptional command of English, both written and verbal. ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE A Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Management, Accounting, Public Finance, Law, or Economics with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in public sector procurement; or a Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Certification or Master’s degree in Procurement, Management, Accounting, or Public Finance with at least 4 years of relevant experience. At least three (3) years experience with the World Bank or other foreign aid-assisted projects. Experience with IT-related projects will be considered an added advantage. The attention of interested Consultants (including firms) is drawn to paragraph 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of The World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, Fifth Edition dated September 2023 (“the Regulations”), as per financing agreement, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. Further information can be obtained at the address given below every Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, by mail, or by e-mail) on or before 06 July 2026 at 4:00 PM (Philippine time). For further information, please refer to: GUADA FATIMA A. HERNANDEZ Director IV, Procurement Service Department of Information and Communications Technology 19th Floor, DICT Headquarters Studio 7, 807 EDSA, Diliman, Quezon City Telephone No. (02) 8-920-01-01 loc. 6108 Email Address: bac.secretariat@dict.gov.ph Website: www.dict.gov.ph (Original signed) MARIA VICTORIA C. CASTRO Chairperson, DICTSBAC-1