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Independent Transport Consultant Service in Africa

Overview


Management Consulting & Admin Support
Kenya; South Africa; Nigeria; Ghana; Abidjan, Ivory CoastPosted: June 18th, 2026Deadline: July 3rd, 2026

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SUMMARY


Seeking an independent consultant to provide technical and strategic expertise for transport decarbonization and electrification efforts in Africa, supporting policy development and stakeholder engagement for government-led projects.

KEY REQUIREMENTS


CONTRACT DURATION


9 months

TIMELINE


Request for Proposals sent: June 18th, 2026

Questions submitted to C40: June 25th, 2026

C40 responds to questions: June 30th, 2026

Deadline for receiving Offers: July 3rd, 2026

Clarification of Offers: July 7th, 2026

Evaluation of Proposals by: July 9th, 2026

Presentation of Proposal (if needed): July 13th, 2026

Selection decision made: July 14th, 2026

All Potential Suppliers notified of outcome: July 15th, 2026

Project initiation phase must be completed by: August 7th, 2026

Project planning phase must be completed by: August 31st, 2026

Project implementation phase is expected to be completed by: March 31st, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE


June 25th, 2026

CONTACTS


Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

Additional decision-makers and their departments

Issuing Agency


C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, Inc.

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DESCRIPTION


The government authority in New York is seeking an independent transport consultant to support the Zero Emission Bus and Freight initiatives across Africa, with a particular focus on South Africa, Kenya, and other regions on the continent. The consultant will offer technical expertise in the electrification of buses, minibus taxis, two- and three-wheelers, and freight vehicles, as well as in advancing decarbonization strategies for informal urban transport systems.

Key responsibilities include reviewing and advising on policy briefs related to paratransit electrification, providing guidance on transport decarbonization, and supporting project managers in developing capacity building webinars and incorporating gender mainstreaming efforts within the project. The consultant will also be tasked with stakeholder outreach, conducting research to assess policy priorities, and analyzing the funding landscape within South Africa, Kenya, and across Africa. These activities will contribute to aligning regional transport projects with broader climate and sustainability strategies.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?
Submissions are due July 3, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 25, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?
It was issued by C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, Inc.. The work is located in Kenya; South Africa; Nigeria.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
  • Demonstrated expertise in transport electrification and decarbonization
  • Experience working with African transit systems and international development projects
  • Ability to provide technical policy guidance and stakeholder engagement
  • Proven track record in capacity building and integrating gender perspectives in transport initiatives

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