(Consultancy) Civil/Structural

Request for Proposals (RFP)

Civil/Structural Contractor

Contract Title: Civil/Structural Contractor

Contract Manager Title: National Response Systems Effectiveness Manager

Location: In-person in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (Main-Island Implementation)
Type: Contractor Engagement
Category: Firm
Career Category: Mid to Senior
Years of Experience: 5+ years required

NB:  This Request for Proposals is open solely to established and legally registered business entities (companies, firms, corporations, partnerships, or limited liability companies). Proposals submitted by individual, independent contractors will not be considered.

Submission Deadline: 23:59 EST, Friday, October 30, 2026

BACKGROUND:

Global Support and Development (GSD) is a humanitarian organization aiming to work with
regional, national, and local communities across the Caribbean, Central America, and South
Pacific for resilience to crises through rapid response, disaster preparedness, and climate
adaptation.

PURPOSE OF CONSULTANCY / OBJECTIVE:
The National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) of St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is partnering with GSD to convert seven NEMO warehouses into active, resilient Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs). A need has been identified in localized emergency command, focusing on using national warehouses to lead community coordination efforts with independent power, redundant communications and potable water accessibility when the national grid has been interrupted. The objective of this engagement is to secure an experienced Civil/Structural Contractor to execute the physical and structural retrofit component for the Pilot Phase covering the first two sites: Barrouallie and Georgetown.

SCOPE OF WORK:
Under GSD’s oversight, the Contractor will work directly with the NEMO, the Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, and Physical Planning (MTIPP) technical lead, and GSD to execute the following key activities:

• Framing & Drywalling
• Structural Load Testing & Roofing
• Electrical & IT Prep
• Safety & Accessibility
• Permitting & Compliance

Barrouallie Site-Specific:

• EOC Partitioning
• Covered Walkway
• Perimeter Security
• Door Installation

Georgetown Site-Specific:

• Office Expansion
• Technical Space Repurposing
• Legacy Solar Removal
• Warehouse Reorganization

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

1. Technical & Engineering Expertise

• Civil & Structural Engineering Management
• Electrical Infrastructure Oversight
• Code Compliance & Permitting
  

2. Program & Operations Management

• Project Tracking & Execution
• Subcontractor Management
• SOP & Policy Development
• Multi-Agency Coordination
• Adaptability & Resilience
• Safeguarding & Ethics Compliance
  

TO APPLY:
Submit detailed RFP to NRSE@gsd.ngo

Administrative and Submission Requirements

• Submission Deadline: 23:59 EST, Friday, October 30, 2026 but earlier submission is encouraged.
• File type:
  • Electronic only
  • Word.
  • 5 page maximum, applicants are encouraged to be comprehensive and concise;
    visuals and graphics are appreciated.
• Submission Method: via email to:  NRSE@gsd.ngo using the following subject line: “Proposal: Retrofitting Specialist for St Vincent and the Grenadines”.

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Company and Personnel Information

• Company/Individual Introduction/Background: A brief overview of your company, history, mission, and what makes your company a good fit for the project.
• Relevant Experience: past projects and relevant experiences, and client references that demonstrate a proven track record of successfully completing similar projects.
• Key Personnel: Resumes and biographies of the specific individuals who will be working on the project, detailing their skills and experience.
• Licensing and Certifications: Proof of any necessary business licenses, certifications, or insurance.

Project-Specific Requirements

• Executive Summary: A high-level overview of the proposal, summarizing the key points and how your company will meet the objectives of this ToR.
• Project Understanding: Demonstrates your understanding of the project's goals, challenges, and desired outcomes.
• Proposed Approach/Methodology: A detailed plan outlining the steps your firm will take to complete the project, including the specific tools, technologies, and methods you will use. This will be further updated during the inception phase.
• Proposed Timeline/Schedule: A schedule with key milestones and deadlines for the project's completion.

Financial Requirements

• Budget and Pricing: A detailed breakdown of all costs associated with the project. This should include itemized lists for labor, materials and other expenses.
• Payment Terms: Demonstrate an understanding of proposed payment terms; if alternative terms are needed note this and the rationale.

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