REPUBLIC OF SOMALILAND
MINISTRY OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (MICT)
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI)
COUNTRY: SOMALILAND
NAME OF THE PROJECT: The EASTERN AFRICA REGIONAL DIGITAL
INTEGRATION PROJECT (EA-RDIP)
PROJECT ID: P176181
GRANT NO. E1790
ASSIGNMENT TITLE: SELECTION OF CONSULTANCY FIRM TO
DEVELOP DIGITAL INCLUSION POLICY AND
ACTION PLAN UNIVERSAL ACCESS FOR
MARGINALIZED GROUPS
REFERENCE NO: SO-MICT-SL-545209-CS-CQS
PLACE OF ASSIGNMENT: SOMALILAND
1. The Government of Somaliland, through the Ministry of Information and Communication
Technology (MICT), is implementing the World Bank–financed Eastern Africa Regional
Digital Integration Project (EA-RDIP). The project aims to enhance digital connectivity, data
exchange, and regional digital market integration.
2. The consulting services (“the Services”) include: to Develop Digital Inclusion Policy and
Action Plan Universal Access for Marginalized Groups, to guide Somaliland’s efforts to
expand equitable digital access. This support will provide an evidence-based understanding
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of connectivity and access disparities, offer strategic direction for inclusive digital services,
and equip national institutions with the tools and capacity to implement, manage, and
sustain such initiatives.
3. The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment found at the following website:
https://eardipsomaliland.com/
4. The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology now invites eligible
Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested firms should
provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant
experience to perform the Services. 

The short-listing criteria for the firm are:
§ Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in digital policy, universal access programs,
digital inclusion, or related fields. Specifically, the firm shall demonstrate proven
experience in successfully completing at least two (2) similar assignments
§ Proven expertise in assessing digital access gaps, developing strategies for
marginalized populations, and designing regulatory, financial, and technical
interventions for equitable ICT access.
§ Experience conducting consultations and coordinating with government agencies,
private sector actors, civil society, and community representatives.
§ Knowledge of international and regional guidelines for digital inclusion, universal
access, and ICT policy (e.g., ITU, GSMA, World Bank).
5. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours Saturday to
Thursday 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM EAT excluding public holidays. 

 Interested Consultants are required to continually and frequently check the EA-RDIP PIU website: for any additional
information or clarification that may arise before the submission date

Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person
or by e-mail) not later than by 16th April 2026 at 4:00 PM.
Project Coordinator, EA-RDIP PIU
Ministry of Information and Communication Technology
Email addresses: [email protected] and copy to [email protected];
Address: Sha’ab Area, Behind Jees Hotel, Somaliland Innovation Zone, Floor 1.