Terms of Reference (ToR) To Develop the Local Disaster and Climate Resilience Framework (LDCRF)

Terms of Reference (ToR)

To Develop the Local Disaster and Climate Resilience Framework (LDCRF)

For Aathbiskot Municipality, West Rukum

EOI Call Deadline: 25th  April, 2026

1. Background

1.1 About YARCN

Youth Awareness Raising Center Nepal (YARCN) is a non-profit, non-political, and community-based organization established in 2003 (2059 B.S.) and affiliated with the Social Welfare Council (Registration No. 14662). With its district office in Bheri Municipality-4, Jajarkot, YARCN has been a leading organization in Karnali Province, working across sectors including Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Climate Change Adaptation (CCA), emergency response, sustainable livelihoods, child protection, and community development.

YARCN has been actively engaged in earthquake response and early recovery in Jajarkot and West Rukum following the November 2023 earthquakes. The organization has a strong presence and trusted relationships with local governments, community structures, and stakeholders in the project areas.

1.2 About the LIFE Project

The Local Initiatives for Future Earthquake Preparedness and Disaster Risk Reduction (LIFE) Project is a three-year initiative implemented by YARCN in partnership with Caritas Nepal and with financial support from Caritas Germany. The project is being implemented in Bheri and Aathbiskot Municipality of Karnali Province.

1.3 Need for the Assignment

Under Result 3 of the project ;"Enhanced disaster management capacities of the local institutions lead to efficient disaster response and coordination" the LIFE Project supports Aathbiskot Municipality in developing a comprehensive Local Disaster and Climate Resilience Framework (LDCRF).

Nepal has introduced various national policies on disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate change adaptation (CCA), allowing local governments to create their own plans. Existing tools like LAPA, LDRMP, and LDCRP have been widely adopted.

Recently, the NDRRMA approved the LDCRF Guidelines 2081, which combine these frameworks into a single document to simplify implementation and reduce costs. The LDCRF will guide Aathbiskot Municipality in integrating DRR and CCA into its planning, budgeting, and development processes, strengthening long-term resilience.

2. Objective of the Assignment

The overall objective of this assignment is to develop a comprehensive, participatory, and actionable Local Disaster and Climate Resilience Framework (LDCRF) for Aathbiskot Municipality, in strict adherence to the Government of Nepal's LDCRF Guidelines 2081 and aligned with the specific geological, social, and economic context of the municipality.

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Application Submission Requirements

Interested consultants/firms are requested to submit the following documents:

1. Cover Letter expressing interest and understanding of the assignment.

2. Technical Proposal (max. 10 pages) detailing:

• Understanding of the ToR and the context
• Proposed methodology, tools, and approach
• Detailed work plan / Gantt chart with clear timelines

3. Team composition and CVs of all proposed personnel (CVs must be signed)

4. Examples of at least two similar completed assignments (with proof, such as completed LDCRF, LDCRP, or disaster management plans)

5. Financial Proposal: A separate sealed financial proposal (password-protected in case of email) in the provided format.

6. Legal Documents:

• Company/Firm Registration Certificate (if applicable)
• VAT/PAN Registration Certificate
• Tax Clearance Certificate or Tax Return Submission

Submission Email: yarcnjajarkot@gmail.com

Subject Line: "EOI_LDCRF for Aathbiskot Municipality"