EV Charging Infrastructure Design and Installation Supervision Service Provider

I. BACKGROUND

Clean Air Asia is an international non-governmental organization leading the regional mission for better air quality, and healthier, more livable cities throughout Asia. Our mission is to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions in Asia and contribute to the development of a more sustainable, equitable and healthier region. We empower governments and cities by inspiring action and focusing efforts on the planning and implementation of solutions at scale, fostering regional cooperation to address issues of mutual concern, and ensuring the integration of air quality management across sectors and institutions. Our work focuses on implementing solutions that reduce air pollution, its detrimental health impacts and mitigate the climate crisis. We do so by providing policy guidance, building capacity, and making a compelling case for action among stakeholders at city, national, and regional levels.

Since 2008, we have been a United Nations-recognized partnership comprised of more than 250 organizations in Asia and internationally, with six Country Networks (Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, the Philippines, Sri Lanka and Vietnam). Our headquarters are in Manila, Philippines, and we have offices in Beijing, China, and New Delhi, India.

The e-mobility ASAP Project

The Accelerating the Adoption and Scale-up of Electric Mobility for Low-Carbon City Development in the Philippines (e-mobility ASAP Project) is part of the Global Programme to Support Countries with the Shift to Electric Mobility, funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and led globally by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).

In the Philippines, the Project is implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Board of Investments (BOI). Clean Air Asia leads execution, in collaboration with De La Salle University (DLSU), the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP), and the Urban Electric Mobility Initiative (UEMI). The Project runs from September 2023 to June 2027.

To accelerate market transformation, the Project applies a dual-pronged approach: (a) enabling the policy and regulatory environment and (b) addressing barriers to adoption through technology, business, and financing innovations. Its work is structured into four interlinked components:

• Component 1: Establishing an enabling policy environment for e-mobility industry development
• Component 2: Developing viable business models to stimulate electric vehicle demand
• Component 3: Demonstrating innovative charging infrastructure and early deployment of e-mobility technologies
• Component 4: Scaling up investments through partnerships, knowledge management, and capacity building
  
  

Within this broader framework, Component 3 focuses on demonstrating practical, on-the-ground solutions that can help accelerate EV adoption in the Philippines. A key part of this component is the provision of electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) and related technical support infrastructure to enable the actual deployment and operation of electric vehicles in selected implementation sites.

The establishment of EV charging stations is critical to supporting EV adoption, as the availability of reliable and accessible charging infrastructure remains one of the major enabling conditions for the transition to electric mobility. By supporting the design, installation, and operationalization of charging facilities, the Project aims to address a key bottleneck to deployment, improve user and operator confidence, and generate practical lessons for broader replication and scale-up.

Under Component 3, the Project supports the rollout of charging infrastructure to serve early EV applications, including electric public utility vehicles (e-PUVs) and other priority use cases. These efforts are intended not only to facilitate actual vehicle operations, but also to demonstrate workable deployment models, inform future investments, and strengthen the overall ecosystem needed for wider EV adoption in the country.

Ii. Job Purpose

The primary objective of this assignment is to provide technical support for the design, installation supervision, testing, and operationalization of EV charging infrastructure and e-PUV fleet systems in selected deployment sites. It aims to ensure that the infrastructure is safely and properly installed, operationally fit for purpose, and aligned with the requirements of the planned EV deployment.

Iii. Responsibilities And Scope Of Work

In close collaboration with the Project Coordinator and EV Deployment Researcher, the EV Charging Infrastructure Design and Build Service Provider (Consulting Firm) will support the implementation of Component 3 of the e-mobility ASAP Project. Specifically, the Consultant shall undertake the following:

• Design of the e-PUV charging system infrastructure and fleet dispatching framework in five (5) routes in Marikina and Manila:
• Guadalupe – Leon Guinto
• San Andres – Padre Faura
• Marikina – Antipolo
• Marikina – Paenaan
• Marikina – Bagong Nayon
• Design of EV charging stations in Matnog Port, Sorsogon and Calbayog City Hall, Samar, in close coordination with the Department of Energy.
• Oversee and inspect the installation of charging infrastructure
• Prepare safety standards on the depot and charging facilities and assess and monitor their compliance
• Lead the establishment of the fleet maintenance and monitoring system for the e-PUV deployment
• Develop the monitoring methodology and tools for the e-PUV deployment, outlining data collection for the following data:
• energy economy
• range
• adequacy of power and speed
• service requirements
• durability of the vehicle/parts and components.
• Develop and conduct training and orientation sessions for identified beneficiaries on safety standards and fleet maintenance
  

The Consulting Firm shall participate in relevant meetings as required and provide comprehensive updates on project activities and milestones. The Consultant shall maintain regular communication with Clean Air Asia about the project's progress and the status of deliverables. Any challenges, delays, or deviations from the agreed-upon project timeline or scope shall be reported by the Consulting Firm to the Project Team.

Output/Reporting Requirements

The consulting firm is expected to deliver the following:

Output

Delivery

• Design of structural and electrical plans in identified EVCS locations, including Bill of Materials
  
  

Not later than 30 May 2026

• EV deployment testing and characterization, including route characterization in ePUV routes
  
  

Not later than 15 June 2026

• Technical supervision in procurement activities, including support in permitting processes
  
  

Not later than 15 July 2026

• Technical supervision of construction and electrical installations
  
  

Not later than 31 August 2026

• EVCS testing and commissioning
  
  

Not later than 15 September 2026

• Training and Orientation sessions for identified beneficiaries
  
  

Not later than 30 September 2026

Iv. Eligibility Requirements And Criteria

The Consulting Firm must be a duly registered and legally established entity with demonstrated experience in the design, supervision, testing, and commissioning of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, transport electrification systems, and related electrical or fleet management applications. The Firm should have a strong track record in delivering similar assignments involving EV charging stations, depot or fleet charging systems, electrical design works, and operational support for electric vehicle deployment.

The Firm Should Possess The Following Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant institutional experience At least five (5) years of demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas:
• design and engineering of EV charging infrastructure or related electrical systems;
• installation supervision, testing, and commissioning of EV charging stations or comparable power supply systems;
• fleet electrification, including charging planning, dispatch systems, depot operations, or vehicle performance monitoring;
• transport, energy, or infrastructure projects involving public sector, development partners, or private sector clients.
• Technical expertise in EV charging and electrical systems Proven technical capacity to prepare structural and electrical designs, specifications, and bill of materials for EV charging stations and associated facilities. The Firm must be capable of assessing site readiness, power requirements, electrical load considerations, safety requirements, and installation configurations appropriate for the proposed deployment sites.
• Experience in installation supervision and compliance Demonstrated experience in supervising civil, structural, and electrical installation works, including quality assurance, contractor coordination, inspection, testing, and commissioning. Experience in supporting permitting, compliance review, and coordination with utilities, local government units, port authorities, or other relevant agencies is highly desirable.
• Experience in EV operations, fleet systems, and monitoring
  
  
Demonstrated experience in the development or application of systems and methodologies for EV fleet maintenance, charging operations, dispatching, route characterization, and vehicle performance monitoring. Experience in analyzing operational parameters such as energy consumption, range, charging adequacy, reliability, service requirements, and durability is an advantage.


• Knowledge of relevant standards and safety requirements Familiarity with Philippine laws, codes, and regulations relevant to electrical works, occupational health and safety, construction supervision, and EV charging infrastructure, as well as applicable international good practice. The Firm should be capable of developing or recommending safety protocols and monitoring compliance during installation and operation.
• Capacity to provide training and technical orientation Experience in designing and conducting technical training, orientation sessions, or capacity-building activities for project beneficiaries, operators, technicians, or partner institutions, particularly on EV charging systems, safety protocols, and fleet maintenance.
• Multidisciplinary team composition
  
  
The Firm Must Have, Or Be Able To Mobilize, a Qualified Multidisciplinary Team To Undertake The Assignment. This Should Include Expertise In, At Minimum


• electrical engineering;
• civil or structural engineering, where relevant;
• EV charging systems and commissioning;
• fleet operations or transport systems;
• safety and compliance;
• project management and stakeholder coordination.
  
  

• Project management and coordination capacity Strong organizational capacity to manage technical assignments with multiple sites, stakeholders, and deliverables within a defined timeline. The Firm must demonstrate the ability to coordinate effectively with Clean Air Asia, government agencies, utilities, contractors, and beneficiary groups, and to provide timely reporting on progress, risks, and issues affecting implementation.
• Preferable experience
  
  

Preference Will Be Given To Firms With

• prior experience in e-PUV, e-bus, or commercial EV deployment projects;
• experience working in the Philippines or Southeast Asia;
• experience working on donor-funded, government-led, or multi-stakeholder development projects;
• familiarity with public transport operations, depot systems, and charging solutions for fleet-based applications.
  
  

V. BUDGET

The Consulting Firm shall submit a detailed financial proposal covering all costs required to deliver the scope of work, including professional fees, equipment, and other related expenses. The proposed budget must be reasonable and aligned with the deliverables and timeline of the assignment.

The maximum contract budget for this assignment is Php 2,400,000.00. Clean Air Asia reserves the right to review and negotiate the submitted financial proposal, including the detailed out-of-pocket expenses.

Travel-related expenses, where necessary for the assignment, shall be billed separately from the contract amount and will be subject to prior request and written approval by Clean Air Asia.

VI. DURATION, REMUNERATION And OTHER BENEFITS

The selected firm will be appointed from 15 May 2026 until June 30, 2027 under a project-based full-time consultancy contract. The remuneration is competitive but may vary subject to the candidate's professional qualifications and work experience.