Technical and Financial Assessment of Biochar Project in Vietnam

Date documents can be requested until : 21 January 2025 16:00
Title : Technical and Financial Assessment of Biochar Project in Vietnam
Procurement No. : 100011894
Process : RFP

Date documents can be requested until : 17 January 2025 16:00
Title : Technical and Financial Assessment of Biochar Project in Vietnam
Procurement No. : 100011894
Process : RFP
Description : GGGI Vietnam Office is inviting eligible firms/entities to submit their proposals for the following scope of work:

PROJECT BACKGROUND:
According to the Country Planning Framework 2024-2028, GGGI supports the thematic area of Climate-Resilient Agriculture in Viet Nam. Specifically, GGGI implements the Green Growth Action Plan (GGAP) related activities such as methane reduction, as they constitute key GHG reduction strategies of Viet Nam as well as innovation of the agricultural sector. One of GGGI’s commitments is to support the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) to identify strategies for promoting biochar production and utilization to foster an environmentally friendly and competitive climate-resilient agriculture industry in Vietnam.
Vietnam, with its diverse agricultural landscape, faces significant challenges in managing agricultural residues, particularly from rice cultivation. Annually, approximately 43 million tons of rice straw are produced, often burned or improperly disposed of, leading to environmental pollution and increased greenhouse gas emissions. In addition to rice straw, there are also other potential agricultural byproducts such as coffee husk, cashew shell, sugarcane bagasse and such. To address these issues and align with Vietnam's commitment to sustainable and green growth, GGGI is implementing the "Biochar Project for Circular Climate-resilient Agriculture in Vietnam" sponsored by the Korea Green New Deal Fund (KGNDF) hosted by the GGGI.
This project aims to explore the potential of biochar technology in promoting climate-resilient agriculture, mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, and enhancing the overall sustainability of Vietnam's agricultural sector. The project will focus on:
- Assessing the feasibility of commercial-scale biochar production in Vietnam
- Developing carbon financing models to support biochar initiatives
- Creating investment models for biochar projects
- Facilitating knowledge exchange on circular agricultural approaches and climate adaptation
The project aligns with Vietnam's Sustainable Agricultural and Rural Development Strategy (2021-2030) and contributes to the country's transition towards circular, green, and low-carbon agriculture. By conducting a comprehensive study of the biochar model, including market potential, policy context, and applicable technologies, the project aims to overcome current limitations in commercial-scale adoption of biochar production in Vietnam.

OBJECTIVE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
GGGI is seeking a qualified consulting firm to identify investment projects and conduct a pre-feasibility study, which will serve as a crucial step in demonstrating the viability of biochar production and application in Vietnam's agricultural landscape. This study will provide valuable insights for policymakers, investors, and stakeholders, potentially paving the way for increased livelihoods and reduced greenhouse gas emissions in the agricultural sector.

PROPOSED ACTIVITIES:
Task 1. Build up a pipeline of potential biochar projects in Vietnam
Task 2. Conduct the feasibility assessment for the identified project and design carbon financing models

For further details on the Scope of Work, please refer to the Terms of Reference available under the published Document Set.

IMPORTANT TIMELINES:
The tender submission deadline is 17 January 2025, 16:00 pm KST (Korean Standard Time) / 2 pm GMT+07
If any bidder has any request for clarification on the TOR or any part of the tender documents, GGGI will be happy to clarify if they are received on or before 7 days before the deadline (namely: if the tender submission deadline is 16:00 15 April KST, then the due date for submission of request for clarification is 16:00 8 April KST).

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