Mapping and Diagnostic Study of Medical Services as a potential export sector of the Republic of Moldova

Project: P177895 - MSME Competitiveness Project Reference: MD-CEP-542547-CS-CQS Procurement method: Consultant Qualification Selection Financing: World Bank REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CONSULTING SERVICES - Mapping and Diagnostic Study of Medical Services as a Potential Export Sector of the Republic of Moldova REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED ENTERPRISES COMPETITIVENESS PROJECT Sector: General industry and trade sector IDA Credit No. 71740 IBRD Loan No. 94230 Project ID No. P177895 Reference No. MD-CEP-542547-CS-CQS The Republic of Moldova has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Micro, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Competitiveness Project (MSME) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The consulting services (“the Services”) include the delivery a comprehensive, credible, and evidence-based mapping and diagnostic assessment of the export of medical services from the Republic of Moldova. The assignment will be performed in a period of four (4) months from contract signature . The Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment is attached to this request for expressions of interest . The Project Implementation Unit of the MSME Competitiveness Project now invites eligible consulting firms (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (required qualifications and experience of the firm, but not individual experts’ bio data). This assignment requires a consultant, which shall be a consulting firm or a consortium of consulting firms, with proven experience in the field of the assignment, that meets the following minimum criteria: Has at least 5 years of demonstrated experience in conducting field researches, enterprise surveys, including carrying out sample-based enterprise surveys, Has experience with implementation of the assignments related to international healthcare services, medical tourism, or health sector consulting; Has relevant competence of the proposed staff with experience in healthcare consulting or export promotion, experience in international patient programs, and knowledge of international healthcare regulations and accreditation. Has relevant competence of the staff in conducting different type of surveys and researches. Has capacity to undertake survey implementation, data entry and processing, and analysis; Has experience in preparation of analytical reports and recommendations. 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” November 2020 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the „Consultant’s Qualification-based Selection” method set out in the Procurement Regulations. Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications; but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/or a sub-consultancy. In the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected. The Expression of Interest shall clearly state the name of the Consultant (individual Firm, Joint Venture or sub-consultancy). The Consultant shall provide relevant references (assignment name, Client, time frame, the role of the firm (main Consultant/Partner in JV/sub-consultant, contract amount, tasks performed etc.) to confirm its experience and qualifications. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours. Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by July 10, 2026 , COB. Project Implementation Unit of the MSME Competitiveness Project 180, Stefan cel Mare Ave., office 815, MD-2004, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova Tel: + 373 22 296-723 e-mail: piu@mded.gov.md web: www.uipac.md E-mail for submission of the clarifications: piu@mded.gov.md E-mail for submission of the EoIs: procurementmgf@gmail.com Only the notification of EoI submission must be sent to piu@mded.gov.md Terms of Reference (ToR) for the Mapping and Diagnostic Study of Medical Services as a Potential Export Sector of the Republic of Moldova A. Background The Government of the Republic of Moldova (GoM) is pursuing a policy agenda aimed at supporting export-led economic growth. The MSME Competitiveness Project aims to increase the competitiveness of Moldovan enterprises by reducing the regulatory burden they face, improving access to finance, and strengthening MSME development and export competitiveness. The Project supports the digitization of government-to-business (G2B) services, which is expected to reduce compliance costs and administrative burdens for enterprise