Firm to Support DECE for managing Child Care Centers

Kingdom of Cambodia

Nation Religion King

Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS)

Cambodia Basic Education Improvement Project (BEIP)

Trust Fund Grant No.: TF0C8816-KH

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

For Selection International Firm to Support MoEYS Childcare Centers Operations

Ref: MoEYS-BEIP-CQS-003

I. Background

The Cambodia Basic Education Improvement Project (BEIP) was approved by the Board of Directors of the World Bank on August 29, 2025. The Project is funded by an International Development Association (IDA) Credit of US$100 million equivalent and an Early Learning Partnership Multi-Donor Trust Fund of US$5 million. It is expected to be implemented over a 5-year period starting in November 2025 and ending in December 2030. The project development objective is to improve learning outcomes in primary education. The project is now seeking an International Firm to Support MoEYS Childcare Centers Operations.

The selected firm will provide end-to-end technical assistance to the Department of Early Childhood Education (DECE) for the establishment, operation, and sustainability of 60 childcare centers under the Basic Education Improvement Project, delivering high-quality services for children aged 3 months to 3 years and establishing a foundation for nationwide expansion.

II. Contract Duration

The Firm will be contracted for an initial period of Twelve (12) months from the contract signing date, with the possibility of extension depending on satisfactory annual performance, the needs of the project, and fund availability. The results of performance reviews will be discussed by the Procurement Review Committee (PRC) when considering contract extensions.

III. Scope of Work

The selected international firm will support DECE across key operational areas, including:

• Start-Up Support: Phased rollout planning, center design, layout, equipment recommendations, and procurement guidance.
• Human Resources & Training: Developing job descriptions,...