The objective of the consultancy is to provide technical support to the IA during the implementation of the BSIF III Project.  Consulting firms will be required to review existing designs and estimates (where available); advise on scope and adequacy of sub-project intervention; and provide detailed designs, summary estimates, and priced activity schedules.  The work must consider thematic areas such as gender and environmental assessments, and shall seek to integrate disaster mitigation measures into designs.  Consulting firms will also be required to provide technical inspection of construction works.