Technical Study on the Impact of Electric Vehicles on the Electricity Distribution Network in Cambodia.

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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Technical Study on the Impact of Electric Vehicles on the Electricity Distribution Network in Cambodia Individual Consultant (Time-Base Contract) Date: September 23rd, 2026 CAMBODIA Project Name : Cambodia Sustainable Energy Transition Project Grant No. : E5130 Assignment Title : Technical Study on the Impact of Electric Vehicles on the Electricity Distribution Network in Cambodia LOI No. : CSET-EDC-CS04-01 The Electricité du Cambodge (EDC) has obtained a grant from the World Bank’s Grant Facility for Project Preparation (GFPP) under the Cambodia Sustainable Energy Transition Project (CSET) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The Project is designed to support the government’s priorities of strengthening the power grid and energy efficiency, while promoting cost-effective demand-side energy management to ensure energy stability, system resilience, and affordability. To achieve these outcomes, the proposed Project aims to significantly: (i) strengthen power transmission and distribution infrastructure to increase capacity, enhance reliability; (ii) expand access to modern electricity services in remaining unelectrified rural areas; and (iii) implement energy efficiency and demand-side management measures across industrial and residential sectors. This integrated model reflects the direction outlined in Cambodia’s Revised PDP (2022–2040), NEEP (2022–2030), and broader socio-economic development agenda. By strengthening power infrastructure for VRE integration while improving energy productivity, the proposed Project will reduce system costs, increase new or improved access to energy, and strengthen industrial competitiveness. Doing both investment components together will position Cambodia for a more resilient, export-ready, and energy-secure economy. The selected Consultant will support Project Preparation Unit of EDC to roll out preparation activities needed for EDC towards project approval by Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC). The Consultant will coordinate with EDC and other concerned government institutions to attain clearance and approval by government as necessary for negotiations, signing of legal agreement, and effectiveness of CSET. The assignment is expected to start in October 2026 with the contract duration of 3 months. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE The selected National Consultant shall have minimum qualification as follows: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Energy Engineering, Transport/Energy Systems, or a closely related field from a recognized university; with at least 8 years of total work experience At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in power systems, electricity distribution, energy planning, EVs, renewable energy integration, or related fields. Experience at least 2 projects working with government agencies, utilities, development partners, or international consulting firms will be an advantage. Experience at least 3 years in preparing technical studies, feasibility studies, investment plans, sector assessments, or policy/strategy documents or in assessing electricity demand, distribution-network impacts, with load forecasting and/or power-system analysis Knowledge of EV charging technologies and charging behavior and knowledge of power-system analysis software such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP, PSS®E or equivalent would be an advantage. Experience with World Bank or other development-partner-funded projects would be an advantage. Good communication, reading and writing skills in English The complete Terms of Reference (TOR) for this assignment are available at the following website: www. edc.com.kh or request to email: ppo.edc.worldbank@gmail.com 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” Sixth Edition, dated…