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Terms of Reference (TOR)
Position Title
02 Individual Consultants to carry out outcome assessment of the Recovery Phase interventions
Project
Presidential Plan for the Reconstruction and Development of the North-West and South-West of Cameroon
Reporting to
Programme Coordinator - RP
Duty Station
Yaoundé - Cameroon
Duration of Assignment
Three (03) months
Travel Required
Yes
A.
Background/Context
Since 2016, Cameroon has faced a socio-political crisis in the North-West and South-West regions, leading to widespread loss of life among civilians and combatants, economic decline, and the displacement of thousands of people both within the country and across its borders.
The crisis in the NW and SW has broken the social fabric, damaged public infrastructure and slowed down the economy of both Regions as shown in an assessment done by the Ministry of Economy, Planning and Regional Development (MINEPAT) in 2019 and updated at the end of 2020. That assessment already reported considerable damage. At that time, more than 116,000 people had been affected in terms of housing, with 23,273 housing units damaged or destroyed, 107 villages burned down in the Northwest and 99 in the Southwest. In the education sector, 174 out of 555 schools were damaged in the Northwest and 119 out of 501 in the Southwest. The health sector was not spared: 13% of health facilities in the Northwest and 10% in the Southwest suffered damage. In terms of transport infrastructure, 258 km of roads and 14 bridges were damaged in the Northwest, compared to 315 km of roads and 26 bridges in the Southwest (MINEPAT, 2020).
The humanitarian impact has continued to grow. According to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), as of February 2025, a total of 583,112 people were internally displaced in the Northwest and Southwest regions, 73,481 were refugees in neighbouring Nigeria, and 1.8 million people needed assistance (of which only 991,000 were targeted for assistance). Young people and women represent a significant proportion of these displaced people, often living in precarious conditions without adequate access to essential services.
In response to this situation, the Major National Dialogue held in 2019 recommended a Reconstruction and Development plan for the NW and SW Regions. This recommendation got materialised through the Presidential Plan for Reconstruction and Development (PPRD), which aims to address the damage caused by the crisis and lay the foundation for sustainable development.
The PPRD is enshrined in the National Development Strategy 2020-2030 (NDS30) and is broken down in three simultaneous phases highlighted below.
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Phase 1: RECOVERY
Over a period of two (2) years (2020-2021), the recovery phase shall bring tangible solutions to immediate needs by providing:
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compensation for losses incurred by individuals, public companies, private operators, religious bodies, traditional leaders, etc.;
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rehabilitation of public infrastructure and public facilities destroyed by the crises or that have become obsolete, especially school, health, transport, energy, water and telecommunications infrastructure.
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reconstruction/construction of priority economic infrastructure;
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direct social assistance;
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conduct of a proactive policy to create decent jobs, particularly for young people and women living in the Regions affected by the crises.
Phase 2: RECONSTRUCTION
Over a period of five (5) years (2020-2024), the stabilization phase aims to revive and strengthen the economic fabric, and tapping into the immense potential of the North-West, South-West and Far North Regions, through:
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supporting the revival of private sector activities, particularly through the establishment of support
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mechanisms for producers and agro-forestry-pastoral farmers (cocoa, coffee, palm oil, cotton, livestock, agriculture in swampy areas, etc.) and promoters of tourism;
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relaunching public agro-industrial enterprises (CDC PAMOL, UNVDA, etc.);
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strengthening financial resilience by reinforcing the microfinance sector.
Phase 3: DEVELOPMENT
Over a period of ten (10) years (2020-2029), this phase aims to definitively put these three Regions on the path of development and emergence, through:
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constructing of basic infrastructure in the areas of roads, energy, ports, airports, railways, and urban roads;
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pursuing of the policy of providing incentive to private investment in those Regions.
The Government of Cameroon and UNDP collaborated in the formulation of the recovery phase through a ProDoc signed on 5th May 2020 and designating UNDP as Implementing Partner (IP). Since then, UNDP has been implementing recovery activities and the duration of that phase was extended to 2026 in compliance with the end date stated in the Implementation Agreement of the Islamic Development Bank support to PPRD (ISPPRD) Project. One of the key roles of the Recovery Phase was also to help to lay the groundwork for the other phases.
Having invested about 23 billion XAF into the two regions, it is imperative to conduct a thorough review of key outcome results that extend beyond mere activity outputs to encompass the broader human condition. The development of standardized evaluation templates will facilitate a rapid internal review of the immediate outcomes of activities implemented since 2020, providing insights into whether the PPRD is progressing and in the right direction.
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This Outcome Assessment will measure the immediate outcomes of the Recovery Phase outputs in the Northwest and Southwest regions. Conducted by two (2) consultants working in synergy, this evaluation seeks to gauge the effectiveness of implemented activities in enhancing the resilience and well-being of affected populations.
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Outcome
At the end of this mission, the expected results will be data on the direct outcomes of the interventions, their analysis, and recommendations for a possible reorientation of the programme.
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Objectives
General Objective
To conduct an evaluation of the Recovery Programme’s outputs in the Northwest (NW) and the Southwest (SW) regions, assessing their effectiveness in improving conditions for the targeted populations.
Specific Objectives
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Assess the immediate outcomes and effectiveness of the programme’s outputs on target populations.
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Identify strengths and areas for improvement in the implementation of programme activities.
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Collect and analyse data to provide evidence-based insights on how outputs have contributed to conflict recovery and social stability in the regions.
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Gather data and formulate recommendations for future adjustments or reorientation of programme strategies based on the findings.
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Expected Outputs
A detailed Outcome Assessment report will be prepared. The report will include key findings from the evaluation of outcomes, evidence-based recommendations for enhancing programme design, delivery, and outcome tracking, and concrete steps for refining future activities to improve impact and sustainability.
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Scope of Work
The consultants will be responsible for carrying out the following:
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Desk review of Recovery Programme Implementation Reports
2. Listing of all interventions organized per donor, location (Region, Division, Subdivision), pillar and activity, sector (related ministries), and year of completion.
3.
Review and refinement of templates
4.
Data collection from beneficiaries and users
5.
Data analysis and evaluation of outcome results per intervention, pillar, region and sector
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Comparison with situation before the crisis and with national average where relevant
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Registration of stories from beneficiaries (direct and indirect).
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Recommendations for possible reorientations.
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F.
Expected Deliverables and schedule of payments rates
The Consultants shall deliver the following documents (digitally) within the corresponding timeline: Steps Deliverables Quality Criteria Delivery Time Payment Rate No Entitled
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Documentary research and methodology
Deliverable 1:
Inception Report.
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Detailed methodology
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Revised templates
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Census of interventions
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Quality and completeness of documentary research.
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Logical structure and clarity of the methodology.
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Relevant adjustments on templates
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Clear and Professional Presentation of the document.
Two (02) Week after kick-off meeting
20%
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Data collection from beneficiaries and users
Deliverable 2:
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Documentation exploited
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Projects assessed
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Beneficiaries met
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Templates filled
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Difficulties encountered
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Exhaustiveness and precision of the inventory.
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Completeness and relevance of information provided.
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Clarity and structure of presentation of the document.
Five (06) weeks after 1
40%
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Outcome data analysis
Deliverable 3:
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Results per pillar, region sector and donor
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Key findings including comparison with situation before the crisis and with national average where relevant
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stories from beneficiaries and users
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Recommendations for possible reorientations.
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Exhaustiveness and precision of the inventory.
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Exhaustiveness of stakeholders met.
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Presentation of the document.
Two (02) weeks after 2
20%
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Mission closure
Deliverable 4:
Final Mission report including:
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Exhaustiveness and precision of the report.
two (02) week after 3
20%
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Steps Deliverables Quality Criteria Delivery Time Payment Rate No Entitled
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Recall/Overview of methodology.
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Description of activities conducted.
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Summary of Key findings.
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Difficulties encountered.
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Points for attention.
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Recommendations.
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Evidence-based recommendations.
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Professional structure and layout of presentation of the document.
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Methodological Sketch
This activity will be carried out in four steps:
● Step 1: Documentary Research and Methodology
As soon as the contract is signed, the consultants will meet with the UNDP Supervisory team for a kick-off meeting focusing on harmonizing the comprehension of the mission and its planning.
Based on the conclusion of that launching meeting, and the desk review that will follow, the Consultants will produce an inception report including adjustment of outcome assessment template and finetuned methodology.
The abovementioned desk review will include in particular:
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PPRD PRODOC
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PPRD legal framework
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PPRD Annual Work Plans (AWP)
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PPRD Steering Committee Reports
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Recovery Programme Implementation Status
The methodology should clearly show how the two consultants plan to synergize their actions.
● Step 2: Data collection from beneficiaries and users
By collecting information from secondary sources (documentation) then primary sources by gathering input from beneficiaries and users, the consultants will design a database of projects considered, beneficiaries and users consulted, and templates filled.
The database should provide information on:
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Documentation exploited
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Projects considered
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Beneficiaries consulted
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Templates filled
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Difficulties encountered
● Step 3: Data analysis
Based on indicators to be defined, the consultants will analyse the data collected and produce the outcome assessment results per region, pillar, sector, donor.
The data analysis should provide but not be limited to:
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Results per pillar, region sector and donor
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Key findings including comparison with situation before the crisis and with national average where relevant
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story tellings from beneficiaries and users
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Recommendations for possible reorientations.
● Step 4: Mission closure
After a validation meeting, the consultants will record the observations, make the necessary adjustments and produce the final report accordingly.
The final report should include the followings:
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Recall/Overview of methodology
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Description of activities conducted
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Summary of Key findings
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Difficulties encountered
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Points of attention
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Recommendations
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Institutional Arrangement
The consultants will work under the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator of the Recovery Programme at UNDP Cameroon, for general management of the assignment and the Regional Coordinators for issues regarding each region.
A kick-off meeting will be convened at the beginning of the assignment. This meeting will serve to clarify expectations, discuss the methodology, and align the workplans. A review meeting will be held at the end of the assignment to assess the deliverables, reflect on the process, and agree on any follow-up actions.
The consultants are expected to maintain regular communication via email or/and phone, report any issues affecting delivery in writing as early as possible, and remain reachable for coordination throughout the contract period.
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Work Duration
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The engagement is for sixty (60) Working days within three (03) months.
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Price Proposal and Schedule of Payments
UNDP will issue a contract based on the deliverables outlined in this Terms of Reference to engage the selected consultant. The contract will follow an output-based lump-sum payment modality, regardless of any extension of the duration specified.
The total amount quoted in the consultant’s financial proposal must be an all-inclusive lump-sum, covering all costs required to deliver the assignment. This includes the professional fee, communication, transport, accommodation, subsistence, and any other applicable costs the consultant may incur in completing the assignment. No additional costs outside those explicitly stated in the approved financial proposal will be reimbursed.
Payments will be made in line with the approved payment schedule in Section F, upon certification of satisfactory completion of each deliverable by the Programme Coordinator of the Recovery Programme at UNDP Cameroon.
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Duty Station
The consultant will be based in Bamenda and/or Buea.
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Qualifications of the Successful Individual Consultant
QUALIFICATION
MAXIMUM SCORE (100 POINTS)
Education and Qualification
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Master’s Degree in in economics, Management, Public/Business Administration, Sociology, Communication, Development and other related courses
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PHD in the same areas
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Certificate in Result Based Management (RBM) and other Management tools and Techniques; training in evaluations.
(25)
10
10
5
Professional Experience
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Proven previous engagement in the PPRD
(25)
5
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Proven experience in database management
7
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Proven experience of data collection and management in conflict zones
5
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Proven experience of interaction with stakeholders in NW or SW Regions
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Language Proficiency
(20)
8
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Fluency in English
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working knowledge in French
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Fluency in pidgin
10
5
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Comprehension and Methodology
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Relevance of the methodology approach
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Coherence of the mission planning
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Relevant Experience working in the NW/SW Regions in the last 8 years
(30)
15
10
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Note: Payments will be based on invoices on achievement of agreed milestones i.e., upon delivery of the services specified in the TOR and certification of acceptance by UNDP.
100
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Recommended Presentation of Offer
Interested individual consultants are required to submit the following documents to demonstrate their qualifications and suitability for the assignment:
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An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV): The CV should clearly outline relevant academic and professional experience
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Technical Proposal: A concise document outlining the following:
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A brief explanation of why the applicant considers themselves the most suitable for the assignment.
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A clear and structured methodology for delivering the assignment, while synergizing with another consultant, in line with the Terms of Reference.
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A proposed work plan showing key activities, deliverables, and indicative timelines.
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A portfolio of relevant consultancy assignments or related documentation, where applicable.
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Contact details of the applicant: Include a valid phone number and email address.
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Contact details of two (2) professional referees: Referees should preferably be former supervisors familiar with the applicant’s work in similar assignments. Provide the full name, title, organization, phone number, and email address for each referee.
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Financial Proposal: A financial offer indicating a fixed all-inclusive lump-sum contract price, supported by a detailed breakdown of costs. This should include the consultant’s professional fee, and any foreseeable costs related to the assignment (e.g. transport, accommodation, communication, incidental costs etc). The financial proposal should follow the standard UNDP template.
All required documents must be submitted electronically via the UNDP Quantum system. Applications sent by email or other means will not be considered.
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Criteria for Selection of the Best Offer
The procedure for analysing the technical and financial offers received will take place in two (02) stages:
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Step 1 = Evaluation of technical offers out of 100 points
This evaluation will be made in accordance with the criteria below:
Eliminatory criteria
- False declaration or falsified documents
- Academic qualification less than master’s degree
- Technical score less than 70%
Technical score: following result of section L
Step 2 = rating of financial offers.
It should be noted that only financial offers relating to technical offers having met the eliminatory criteria and obtained at least 70/100 of the total points assigned to the technical offer will be considered.
Lowest financial proposal will receive a financial score of 100 points.
The formula to be used for the calculation of the financial score for other technically qualified candidates will be the following:
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