Nepal Telecommunication Authority (NTA), the governing body for telecommunications in Nepal is seeking consultations for the implementation & promotion of 5G in vertical sectors of Nepal. 5G is the popular name for mind-boggling internet speed and massive connectivity in this modern world. And Nepal is also awaiting 5G to join this race. That’s why NTA is opening up a way to implement 5G as soon as possible.
The government of Nepal has already allocated funds to prepare a Master Plan for the implementation & promotion of 5G in Nepal. For this, NTA is now inviting Expression of Interest from eligible contestant firms for consulting services. This will further assist to develop an action plan for efficient & effective use of 5G. Interested firms can get further information from NTA’s official website or electronic-Government Procurement (eGP) system.
The primary objective is to study the development & growth trend of 5G cases in Nepal. 5G being the fastest connection speed, is going to be the mainstream connection for broadband as well as industries. NTA also seeks for prioritizing vertical sectors to integrate 5G in those areas. This will also further bring & implement action plans. Facilitating 5G for Nepali customers as soon as possible has been the main objective.
The work scope of the project is to find practical usage of 5G in various sectors. It will also focus on the pattern of Nepali users. It also seeks to know how 5G will assist for socio-economic development of the country as well. Also, it will view demand and growth forecast of possible applications based on current usage trends and needs (current possible applications/uses and near future possible applications).
The interested companies/consultants shall have 3 years of experience in the telecommunication/Data Analytics field. In addition, they should have completed at least 10 research/analysis projects in those fields.
NTA will assess EOI based on Qualification 40.0 %, Experience 50.0 %, and Capacity 10.0 % of a consulting firm and key personnel. Based on the evaluation of EOI, NTA will only invite shortlisted firms to submit technical and financial proposals through a request for proposal. The minimum score to pass the EOI is 60.
Both sole or joint consulting companies can submit EOI. For qualification of joint firms, the firms need to provide information regarding descriptions, organization, number of employees, description about work done in 7 years, location, experiences, etc. While for the sole firm, the same information is required but the work experience & location can be 4 years. The expected date of commencement of the assignment is 16-01-2022.