Procurement Summary
Country : Cote d'Ivoire
Summary : Natural Capital Accounting for Forest Ecosystem Services in Selected Countries in West Africa
Deadline : 23 Jan 2025
Other Information
Notice Type : Tender
TOT Ref.No.: 112830350
Document Ref. No. : 0002013473
Competition : ICB
Financier : World Bank (WB)
Purchaser Ownership : Public
Tender Value : Refer Document
Purchaser's Detail
Name :Login to see tender_details
Address : Login to see tender_details
Email : Login to see tender_details
Login to see detailsTender Details
The Upper Guinean Forests of WestAfrica are globally recognized biodiversity hotspots, spanning Guinea, SierraLeone, Liberia, Côte d-Ivoire, Ghana, and Togo. These forests provide criticalecosystem services, including biodiversity conservation, carbon sequestration, and climate stabilization, while supporting local economies and livelihoods.However, these ecosystems are under severe threat due to agriculturalexpansion, illegal logging, urbanization, and weak governance systems.Addressing these challenges is essential for achieving sustainable developmentand climate resilience in the region.Significance of the Upper GuineanForests:· Biodiversity Conservation: Theforests are home to unique flora and fauna, including endemic species andcritically endangered wildlife.· Carbon Sequestration: Assignificant carbon sinks, these forests play a vital role in mitigating climatechange.· Livelihood Support: Forestresources contribute to the economic well-being of local communities, particularly through agriculture, forestry, and ecotourism.· Water Regulation and SoilStabilization: These forests regulate water cycles and reduce soil erosion, benefiting both rural and urban populations.The World Bank has been instrumental inaddressing these challenges through its Analytical and Advisory Services (ASA)and technical assistance programs. The current ASA initiative for the UpperGuinean Forests aligns with:· Global Priorities: The World Bank-s Global challenge program on Forests, Climate Change Action Plan, the Global Program on Sustainability (GPS), and the Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF).· Regional Priorities: Enhancingecosystem services integration into national accounts, promoting sustainableforest management, and facilitating access to climate finance.Côte d'Ivoire, Guinea and Togo have made significantprogress in advancing Natural Capital Accounting (NCA) and addressingdeforestation, but challenges remain.The World Bank-s Environment GlobalPractice invites expressions of in...
Documents
Tender Notice