Expression of Interest: Biodiversity Conservation in Upper Tina Catchment

The Government of Solomon Islands, through the Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification (MMERE), invites qualified consulting firms to submit Expressions of Interest for:

Assignment: Biodiversity Conservation and Offsets in the Upper Tina Catchment (SB-MMERE-531623-CS-QCBS)

This consultancy will support the Tina River Hydropower Development Project by:

• Designing and implementing biodiversity offsets and Protected Areas under the Protected Areas Act 2010.
• Partnering with landowning tribes to establish community-led conservation initiatives.
• Developing sustainable livelihood options and governance frameworks for long-term stewardship.

Expression of Interest (EOI) – Submission Details

Project Duration:
23 months (Expected commencement: Q2–Q3 2026)

Submission Deadline:
23 February 2026, 17:00 (Solomon Islands Time)

Submission Address

Project Office
Tina River Hydropower Development Project
Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification (MMERE)

Attention:
Mr Pradip Verma
Project Manager

Email:
office@tina-hydro.com

Project Locations:
Honiara (Project Office)
Upper Tina Catchment (Fieldwork)
Home Office (Analysis & Reporting)

Interested firms should demonstrate at least 7 years’ experience in biodiversity conservation, Protected Areas, and international safeguard standards.