Provision of services related to the assessment and mitigation of environmental, social, disaster risk, and climate change risks and impacts during the project cycle

Description

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) is seeking specialized firms to supplement the capacities of its Environmental and Social Safeguards (VPS/ESG) and Risk Management (RMG/ESR) units. The objective is to ensure that all IDB-supported operations—from preparation to completion—comply with the Environmental and Social Policy Framework (ESPF) and demonstrate the highest technical rigor in risk mitigation and impact management.

1. Due diligence and project supervision
The consultancy provides high-level technical support throughout the project lifecycle:

- Impact assessments: Preparation of specialized studies, including Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMS), Resettlement Action Plans, Biodiversity Action Plans, and Climate Change Risk Management Plans.

- Field monitoring: Conducting due diligence and supervision visits using advanced technology such as drones, remote sensing, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to ensure compliance with loan requirements.

- Stakeholder engagement: Assisting executing agencies with public consultations and managing grievances through the IDB’s Corporate-Level Grievance Protocol.

2. Innovation and institutional capacity building
The project leverages modern technology to improve environmental and social management:

- Digital solutions: Developing AI and GIS-based tools, processing satellite imagery, and creating data layers for risk modeling.

- Knowledge products: Designing technical manuals, e-learning courses, and benchmarking analyses to strengthen the capacity of Borrowers and Executing Agencies.

3. Portfolio oversight and risk analysis
The firm will assist RMG/ESR in monitoring the IDB’s broader project portfolio:

- Trend analysis: Developing portfolio samples and assessments to reveal systemic risks and trends across different regions and sectors.

- Compliance oversight: Monitoring E&S risks during project preparation to ensure early alignment with Bank policies.

Note: Interested companies must review the requirements in the BEO Bidders Portal.