Hydrologist Specialist for Dam Safety Panel on Mpatamanga Hydropower Project
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MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCE, ENERGY, AND MINING REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES- INDIVIDUAL SELECTION) HYDROLOGIST SPECIALIST A MEMBER OF PANEL OF EXPERTS FOR DAM SAFETY (POE-DS) Country: Malawi Name of Project: Mpatamanga Hydropower Storage Project (MHPP) Procurement Reference Number : MW-MOE. -516881-CS-INDV Issued date: 13th December, 2025 1.
Background The Government of Malawi (GoM), through the Ministry of Energy (MoE), is planning the development of a 358.5 MW Mpatamanga Hydropower Storage Project (MHPP) on the Shire River. The project consists of a 301 MW Main Dam and a 57 MW Regulating Dam. The project site is situated between Tedzani and Kapichira hydropower plants, approximately 50 km west of Blantyre.
The project is designed to produce 68% of its generation during peak hours. Given its strategic importance, the MHPP must comply with World Bank Safeguards Policies and Performance Standards. In line with the World Bank Safeguard Policy on Safety of Dams (OP 4.37), a Panel of Experts for Dam Safety (POE-DS) shall be established.
The Hydrologist Specialist will form part of this Panel to provide independent review and guidance to ensure the dam’s safety and long-term sustainability. 2. Objective of the Assignment The objective of the assignment is to provide independent technical expertise on hydrology and water management as part of the POE-DS.
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The Hydrologist will review hydrological studies, dam safety designs, sediment management, and provide recommendations to ensure dam safety and compliance with World Bank requirements. 3. Scope of the Assignment The Hydrologist will undertake independent reviews of the Mpatamanga Hydropower Project designs and implementation plans.
Specific tasks include: Review hydrological studies related to inflows, floods, sedimentation, and reservoir capacity; Assess adequacy of spillway, diversion, and sediment management facilities, considering climate variability; Review flood hydrology methodology, reservoir routing, and spillway sizing; Assess sediment yield, reservoir sedimentation and flushing/management strategies; Review design of spillway, diversion works, and energy dissipation facilities; Review dam instrumentation systems and related safety monitoring plans; Contribute to the review of dam safety plans, including Construction Supervision & Quality Assurance Plan, Instrumentation Plan, Operation & Maintenance Plan, and Emergency Preparedness Plan; and Participate in site visits, technical workshops, and POE meetings; prepare written reports with findings and recommendations.
4. Deliverables Participation in POE-DS missions and meetings; Technical reviews and recommendations incorporated in POE reports; Written reports, meeting minutes, and debriefing notes; Contributions to dam safety plans as per World Bank requirements; and Support to Government of Malawi and Strategic Sponsor in addressing dam safety and hydrological issues. 5.
Duration of the Assignment The assignment will initially be for two (2) years (covering the development and construction phases). 6.
Qualifications and Experience The Hydrologist shall have the following qualifications and competencies: A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant engineering disciplines and must have at least 15 years of professional experience relevant to the assignment; Experience in flood routing, design of spillway and energy dissipation structures, optimization of flow through intakes and outlets, physical hydraulic model testing, coordinated operation of multiple dams; Must have Southern Africa regional experience, with a preference for previous experience of the Zambezi catchment area; and Previous experience in World Bank panels is preferred, and familiarity with World Bank policies is a must.
7. Conflict of Interest and Confidentiality The attention of interested consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (February, 2025), setting forth the Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. Consultants must provide independent services and maintain strict confidentiality of project documents and discussions. 8.
Selection Method A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant (INDV) selection method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations. 9. Submission of Expressions of Interest Further information can be obtained at the address below during working hours (08:00–12:00 and 13:00–16:00 hours local time, Monday to Friday, except public holidays).
Expressions of Interest, including updated CVs and copies of academic and professional qualifications, must be delivered in written form or via email by 23rd December, 2025, before 14:00 hours local time. Address for Information and Clarifications: The Chairperson, Internal Procurement and Disposal Committee Ministry of Natural Resource, Energy, and Mining.
Department of Energy Mpatamanga Hydropower Storage Project (MHSP) Private Bag 309, Lilongwe 3, Malawi Email: kondwanishaba2010@gmail.com copy: khumbolawo.lungu25@gmail.com For Expressions of Interest Submission: The Chairperson, Internal Procurement and Disposal Committee Ministry of Natural Resource, Energy, and Mining Department of Energy Mpatamanga Hydropower Storage Project (MHSP).
Lilongwe, City Centre, Capital House, Room number 205. Private Bag 309, Lilongwe 3, Malawi Emails: kondwanishaba2010@gmail.com copy: khumbolawo.lungu25@gmail.com Agency: Ministry of Energy Procurement method: Individual Consultant Selection Notice type: Request for Expression of Interest Status: Published Value: 60000.0 USD
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