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• 2 mining sites have been selected as pilots for obtaining cost and benefit related data for the individual mine level model.
• Background research on the current situation of the mining sector in Mongolia, including the laws and regulations that apply , has been conducted.
• The types of benefits and costs arising from mining in Mongolia have been identified.
• An initial model for cost benefit analysis of individual mine sites was developed using Microsoft Excel.
• Economic benefit calculation spreadsheets have been prepared by the Economic expert to generate data for the CBA model. The calculations have been done at the local, regional and state levels (the calculation of economic cost is currently ongoing).
• Research into the Dutch Disease effect is currently in progress.
• Calculations of external environmental costs (damage from land degradation, ground and surface water depletion and pollution, soil degradation and pollution, subsoil damage, flora and fauna damage, forest damage, air pollution, etc) based on MNET guidelines have been conducted for input into the CBA model. Validation of the data is expected to be completed soon.
• Environmental costs that have been internalized by mining operators such as water fees, land fees, air pollution fees, waste management costs, rehabilitation costs, and environmental protection costs have been calculated for incorporating into the CBA model.
• Terms of reference for a field study to estimation the cost of lost grazing land using contingent valuation methods has been developed.
• A mining cost model for a comparative approach of cost estimation is incorporated into the CBA model
• Mining operation parameters are linked with environmental impact parameters of the CBA model
• Costs and revenues for open pit mining have been estimated for input into the CBA model.
• Work to value the health impacts of mining is ongoing.
• The Terms of Reference for a field study on divorce rates due to mining has been developed.
• An approach for calculating compensation for the resettling of herders’ winter camps has been developed and will be tested in pilot areas.

The PIU is expecting the final version of the model to consider the following:

• ecological impacts from existing and planned mines;
• direct and indirect costs and benefits from environmental degradation, such as loss of grazing pasture, water supply and/or quality, impacts on tourism; and
• direct and indirect costs and benefits from social impacts, such as prostitution, migration, erosion of local culture.

• Identification of potential mining concessions (location and size) and assessment of the potential impacts of these on the environment, economy and society.
• Development of a methodology for costs benefit analysis for a period of 20 years, including the costs of ecosystem degradation and impacts on society from mining.
• Quantification in monetary terms of social and environmental impacts arising from individual mines and the mining sector overall.
  -       This should include costs already incurred from existing mines as well as projected impacts from mining over the next 20 years.
  -       The difference in costs imposed from harmful and sustainable practices by individual mines will also be identified.
• Sensitivity analysis on key assumptions including long term mineral commodity prices and the discount rate.
• Development of a manual explaining the methodology and concepts behind the models and how to use, interpret and update the models.
• A training session to provide guidance on the use and interpretation of the models for Ministry staff.
• Modeling of business as usual and alternative policy scenarios for mining operations to assess site and sector-wide costs and benefits.
• Analysis of the benefits of potential alternative policy settings at the site and sector-wide levels.
• Identification of cost effective remedial actions that could be undertaken at the national or site level to enhance ecosystem functioning alongside mining developments.
• A policy workshop to promote incorporation of results into sustainable mining development plans.

• Linking mining parameters to environmental, social, and economic impacts in the models.
• Identifying costs associated with specific mining activities that demonstrate the difference between harmful and sustainable practices at mine sites.
• Conducting sensitivity analysis on long term commodity prices, the discount rate and other any appropriate parameters.
• Applying appropriate valuation techniques (both, cost and benefit side) to the estimated environmental impacts of mining. This should include use and non-use values of the environment.
• Estimating the monetary value of the social impacts of mining using international best practice.

• estimation of the loss of grazing land at two selected mine sites; and
• divorce rates at two pilot mining sites and Ulaanbaatar.

• a summary of previous work conducted in related fields;
• a mapping of potential mining concessions (location and size) and an assessment of potential impacts of these on the environment, economy and society;
• an overview of the relevant legal framework;
• a description of the data availability to assess the costs and benefits of mining in Mongolia and the results of gap analysis (availability and reliability of data);
• a detailed description of the results of the pilot, site level cost benefit assessments conducted on two sample mines;
• any proposed further changes to the individual mine methodology used based on the results of the pilot assessments;
• detail on the methodologies used to assess the costs and benefits of economic, environmental and social impacts of mining in Mongolia. This should include the valuation techniques used and identify any areas in which expert judgment was relied upon due to a lack of alternative information.
• recommendations for policies to internalize costs of mining;
• an assessment of the marginal benefits possible from a shift from harmful to sustainable mining practices at individual mines;
• a description of the methodologies used to develop the sector level model of mining costs and benefits;
• a summary of the costs and benefits that the mining sector generates in Mongolia; and
• an analysis of the potential benefits of sustainable alternative policy settings compared to a business as usual scenario for the mining sector.

• Include a complete overview of all the activities implemented during the project
• Include all prepared project documents
• Include a description of all outputs completed and results achieved
• Include a summary of outputs and the identification of any major problems which may have arisen during the performance of the contract
• Include records of assumptions used in the analysis
• Be analytically and technically robust
• Include user friendly discussion where appropriate to summarize in-depth analytical and/or technical work
• Be comprehensive and well written

• Economist – National Team Coordinator (national expert);
• Environmental specialist (national expert);
• Mining Expert (national expert); and
• Sociologist (national expert).

• The expected duration of consultancy is 26 days with a start date of June 11, 2012 with mission to Mongolia for 24 days. The proposed schedule of activities for the international consultant is outlined in Table 1.

• Two spreadsheet models for cost benefit analysis; one for the mining sector and another for individual mines.
• A manual on using, interpreting and updating the models, including a description of the methodology used in the model.
• A training course on how to use, interpret and update the models.
• A final report, which incorporates an assessment of the costs and benefits of mining sector and individual mines, and which identifies social and environmental impacts of mining in Mongolia.

• Demonstrated strong technical knowledge
• Ability to structure a task in terms of the analytic/investigative process and to produce a well-structured output
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to deliver on time
• In-depth practical knowledge of the inter linkages between the social, economic, environmental and cultural dimensions of sustainable development;
• Openness to change and ability to receive / integrate feedback
• Excellent writing skills.

• Masters degree in economics, environmental economics, or related field etc. PhD is an asset. Experience in modelling economic costs of development impacts as monetizing of social and environmental costs
• Experience in similar projects/programs
• Experience in managing and coordinating small teams, preferably in an international/multi-national context
• at least 10 years of professional experience
• Fluency in English
• Computer literacy
• Experience of work on projects supported by the UNDP, World Bank, or other similar international agencies will be an asset

• Experience in conducting CBA analysis of mining industries, especially estimation of social and environmental costs of mining
• Hands on experience in conducting economic analysis of mining, experience in developing model, employing the use of the Net Present Value (NPV) and Benefit-Cost Ratio (BCR).
• Experience in data analysis and report writing
• Good presentation skills
• Cumulative analysis will be used in the evaluation of applications, and details of the evaluation criteria/weight/points as provided below:
• Experts will be evaluated against a combination of technical and financial criteria. The maximum obtainable score is 100, out of which the total score for technical criteria is 70 and for financial criteria is 30.
• For the technical evaluation, the following aspects will be considered:
• Background and education – 20 % or 14 points
• Practical previous experience relevant to the announced TOR – 50 % or 35 points
• Substantial knowledge and professional experience in cost benefit analysis, and competencies - 30 % or 21 points

Interested service providers should submit a technical proposal with a financial proposal (lump sum), addressing the scope of work and the above requirements and outputs.

Proposed work plan and approach, and deliverables the technical proposal should reflect how the Consultant will undertake all of the above-mentioned activities

• CV of the consultant, details of the service provider, including the consultant’s profile outlining relevant skills, experience and track record.
• Reference letters from at least two current or recent clients.