Hiring of Livelihood Restoration Specialist for Khyber Pass Economic Corridor Project

This tender invites qualified consultants in Islamabad from the National Highway Authority (NHA) for a consultancy role under the Khyber Pass Economic Corridor (KPEC) Project focused on livelihood restoration. The category is Consultancy, emphasizing expert advisory and technical support. The assignment involves providing specialized consultancy services as a Livelihood Restoration Specialist to support NHA's Project Implementation Unit and EALS Unit. The consultant will ensure that social development and resettlement activities for the PTEX and Southern Link Road components in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa comply with Government of Pakistan laws and World Bank operational policies. The role demands strong coordination, analytical skills, and technical expertise over a two-year contract. Applicants should ensure they meet the PEC category requirements and maintain a valid FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status for the fiscal year 2025-26. It is advisable to review the detailed Terms of Reference and qualification criteria available on the NHA website. Compliance with the World Bank's Procurement Regulations and conflict of interest policies is mandatory. The submission deadline is set for 23rd February 2026 at 11:30 AM PST, with the technical bids opening the same day at 12:00 PM. Interested consultants must deliver their Expression of Interest in written form to the Procurement and Contract Administration Section, 2nd Floor, NHA Headquarters, 28 Mauve Area, G-8/1 Islamabad. Pro-Tip: Carefully check the advertisement for specific Earnest Money or Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) requirements and ensure all documentation aligns with the World Bank's procurement guidelines to avoid disqualification.