Consultancy Services to Prepare Site Studies (Geotechnical Investigation Part 1) for Wind Farm Installation In Botswana. — Botswana Renewable Energy Scale Up Support

MINISTRY OF MINERALS AND ENERGY PROJECTS AND ENERGY DEVELOPMENT UNIT (PEDU) Invitation for Expression of Interest Consulting Services- Firms Selection Geotechnical Studies for a Wind Farm in Botswana Assignment Title: Consultancy Services for Geotechnical Studies for a Wind Farm Site Reference: EOI/MME-PEDU/002/26-27 BACKGROUND Botswana plans to harness its renewable energy (RE) resources and accelerate renewable energy development through the implementation of the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). The Government of Botswana is currently developing renewable energy projects at several pre-selected sites. The Project and Energy Development Unit (PEDU) under the Ministry of Minerals and Energy (the Client) is responsible for the development of these projects. A feasibility consultant has identified a proposed site for a wind farm based on a multi-criteria assessment considering preliminary wind resource data, transmission infrastructure, land use and ownership, and preliminary environmental and social considerations. The geotechnical studies will support the development of a proposed 100 MW wind farm located north of Letlhakane, Botswana. The final coordinates and boundaries of the area to be investigated will be confirmed by the Client prior to commencement of the assignment. SCOPE OF WORK The Client is seeking a qualified and experienced consulting firm to undertake geotechnical investigations to support the pre-development of the proposed 100 MW wind farm. The assignment will include preliminary site-wide geotechnical investigations and, subsequently, location-specific investigations based on the preliminary wind farm layout. The detailed scope, investigation areas, technical requirements and deliverables will be set out in the Terms of Reference provided at the next stage of the selection process. QUALIFICATIONS PEDU invites eligible consulting firms ("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. The shortlisting criteria are: Core Business: Minimum of ten (10) years of experience undertaking geotechnical investigations and related studies. Demonstrated experience in satisfactorily completing geotechnical investigations for utility-scale energy or comparable infrastructure projects. Demonstrated experience in undertaking geotechnical investigations for at least minimum two (2) utility scale projects in Sub- Saharan Africa. The Consultant to demonstrate experience in undertaking comparable assignments in accordance with applicable technical, environmental and occupational health and safety standards The Consultant shall demonstrate experience working on assignments financed by International Financial Institutions (IFIs), and its eligibility including but not limited to meeting the debarment and sanctions standard, financial and commercial capability and fiduciary and system compliance. The Consultant shall have no conflict of interest and pass integrity check. The attention of interested consultants is drawn to Paragraphs 3.14 to 3.17 of the World Bank's Procurement Regulations for Borrowers, dated July 2016, revised in November 2017, August 2018, November 2020, and September 2023, setting forth the World Bank's Policy on Conflict of Interest. CONSULTANT QUALIFICATIONS EVALUATION CRITERIA Overall years of consulting experience (20 points) Number of similar assignments (70 points) Availability of key experts to carry the assignment (10 points) Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications. Where Consultants propose to associate, the submission shall include evidence of the proposed association from all participating firms. A Bidders workshop will be held virtually to discuss the assignment overview on 21 October 2026. Details will be announced via MME and World Bank platforms. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the CS-CQS method set out in the World Bank's Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated July 2016, revised in November 2017, August 2018, November 2020, and September 2023. Interested Consultants may obtain further information in writing at the address below during office hours, that is, 0730 hours to 16:30 hours. In case of clarifications, do not hesitate to contact Mr Franz Mafoko at frmafoko@gov.bw; Cell No.: +267 72794446. Expressions of Interest clearly labelled "Expression of Interest - Consultancy Services for Geotechnical Studies for a Wind Farm in Botswana ," must be hand-delivered or emailed at the address below by 11 November 2026 at 12:00 hours (CAT). Electronic submissions should be password protected. Attention: The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Minerals and Energy Block D, Third Floor, Office No DT 10, Plot No. 50676 Fairgrounds Office Park, Gaborone Republic of Botswana. Telephone Nos: (+267) 3656600/6628 Mobile Nos: +267 72794446 Electronic mail address: [frmafoko@gov.bw]