CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION

Name of Project: Nairit Environmental Remediation and Regeneration Project (NATURE)

Grant Number: TF0C8925

Assignment Title: Feasibility Study on Treatment of Chemicals in the Nairit Chemical Plant

Procurement Plan Ref Number: AM-R2E2-557155-CS-CQS

Country:  Republic of Armenia

Date: June 11, 2026

The Republic of Armenia has received grant financing from the World Bank to support preparation of the Nairit Environmental Remediation and Regeneration Project. The project’s primary focus will be to address public health and environmental risks from the Nairit chemical plant, through neutralization of the hazardous chemicals, decontamination of chemically contaminated facilities, and other measures. 

The Government intends to apply part of the proceeds for the following consulting services. The consulting services (“the Services”) include conducting site investigations and feasibility study to support preparation of the Nairit Environmental Remediation and Regeneration Project by enhancing knowledge and data on the chemicals on-site and identifying suitable options for treatment and remediation. 

Task 1: Inception report

To mobilize and start preparation works at the consultant’s head office and in the field, familiarization with the project and all stakeholders and inquiry of ongoing projects and site activities.

Task 2. Chemical Inventory and Characterization

To establish supported by a comprehensive sampling program sound data on types, quantities and status of chemicals stored on the site in warehouses, storage tanks and installations, as well as facilities and installations contaminated with chemical materials.

Task 3. Treatment Options Assessment

Based on the results of Task 2 - Chemical Inventory and Characterization to present to the PIU available and suitable technical options for the treatment and neutralization of identified chemicals. The assessment shall include potential equipment and technologies for extraction, transport/storage, treatment and disposal of chemicals.

Task 4. Regulatory and Environmental Compliance

For identified potential treatment technologies, to carry out an assessment of existing local, national and international regulations, carry out a compliance assessment against identified technologies, assess potential environmental and health risks,and develop a compliance report. 

Task 5. Technical and Economic Analysis

For each identified potential treatment technology, to carry out a detailed technical and economic analysis 

The implementation period is 16 weeks since signing the contract.

The Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are subject to final changes and attached to this REOI for information purposes.

The Armenia Renewable Resources and Energy Efficiency (R2E2) Fund now 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. 

Consultants may associate with other firms in the form of a joint venture or a sub-consultancy to enhance their qualifications.

The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraph 3.14 to 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (February 2025 edition) (“the Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. 

The best qualified firm to carry out the services will be selected in accordance with the Consultant’s Qualification-Based Selection (CQS) method set out in the Regulations and based on the following criteria:  

The overall expertise required by the firm will need to include, but not be limited to: 

  • Environmental chemistry and hazardous waste management.
  • Chemical engineering and treatment technologies.
  • Regulatory compliance in chemical handling, hazardous waste treatment, and disposal.
  • Environmental impact assessment and risk management.
  • Project management and feasibility studies.
  • Experience with similar industrial chemical management projects.

Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 9:00 – 18:00 (Yerevan time).

Expressions of interest must be submitted in  written form to the address below (in person, or by mail or by e-mail) by June 25, 2026 at 17:00 (Yerevan time), EXTENDED DEADLINE JULY 13, 2026, 17:00, EXTENDED DEADLINE AUGUST 13, 2026, 17:00.

Armenia Renewable Resources and Energy Efficiency (R2E2) Fund 

Attn. Mrs. Zaruhi Gharagyozyan, Head of Procurement Department

Address: 29/1 Sayat-Nova, 

Yerevan, Republic of Armenia

Tel: +37455588076

E-mail: zaruhi.gharagyozyan@r2e2.am