November 10, 2025, Trinidad
In a major step towards the successful completion and evaluation of this climate-focused project, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Trinidad and Tobago has formally awarded the contract for the Independent Consultant (IC) Evaluator for the CFEWS Phase 2 Project. The award highlights UNDP's dedication to promoting sustainable development, bolstering national climate resilience, and guaranteeing open evaluation procedures.
Project Synopsis
Project Headline
CFEWS Phase 2 Project IC Evaluator
Site of the Project
Tobago, Trinidad
Summary of the Award
The contract's main objective is to evaluate the Climate Early Warning Systems (CFEWS) Phase 2 Project's accomplishments, significance, and compatibility with UNDP and national development priorities.
Crucial Contract Specifics
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TOT Ref No. (Total Reference Number): 22059400
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Notification Reference Number: UNDP-TTO-00162/10446516
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Value of Contract: USD 26,045
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Date of Contract: November 10, 2025
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Method of Procurement: UNDP IC-Sealed Financials
The selection process for senior consulting positions is made fair, transparent, and competitive with this procurement method.
The buyer's information
Development Programme of the United Nations (UNDP)
Country Office of Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago's efforts to mitigate climate change, prepare for disasters, and strengthen institutions are still greatly aided by the UNDP.
Information about the Supplier
Distinguished Consultant
Bristol Marlon
The country of Trinidad
The consultant contributes knowledge of performance assessment frameworks, climate adaptation programmes, and project evaluation. The final assessment of the CFEWS Phase 2 project is anticipated to benefit greatly from their experience.
Award Goals and Scope
The final project completion evaluation for CFEWS Phase 2, which aims to improve preparedness for climate-related hazards and strengthen national capacities in climate early warning systems, will be carried out by the designated evaluator.
Assessment Goals Include
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Examining project accomplishments in comparison to anticipated results
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Evaluating efficacy, efficiency, and sustainability
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Assessing institutional cooperation and stakeholder participation
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Suggestions for future tactics and advancements
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Recording the lessons learnt for Phase 3 and related national initiatives
For climate resilience initiatives to be accountable, transparent, and continuously improved, this assessment is crucial.
Significance of the Project
About Phase 2 of the CFEWS Project
Enhancing national preparedness for climate-related disasters like floods, storms, and extreme weather events is the goal of the Climate Early Warning Systems Project. The project promotes:
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Better data gathering and climate monitoring
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enhanced capacity for responding to disasters
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Awareness and readiness at the local level
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Integrated techniques for risk management
The Phase 2 assessment guarantees that the project's implementation and design procedures conform to international climate resilience standards.
Economic and Developmental Effects
Despite the small contract value, there are significant development and economic implications:
Boosting Climate Resilience Reduces Expenses
Disaster-related financial losses are decreased by efficient early warning systems. Globally, early warning systems save several dollars in recovery costs for every dollar invested.
Enhanced Efficiency of Institutions
By cutting unnecessary spending and optimising resource allocation, the assessment guarantees that government agencies and climate-related organisations become more effective.
Encouragement of Climate-Ready Investments
Investor confidence in national resilience initiatives is increased by a well-evaluated project, creating opportunities for grants, international collaborations, and climate finance.
Enhanced Knowledge of the Area
Employing a local consultant (Marlon Bristol) improves local capabilities in climate-related project evaluations and keeps money in the national economy.
Extended Socioeconomic Stability
Improved early warning systems directly contribute to the socioeconomic stability of the country by protecting people, property, jobs, and infrastructure.
Final Thoughts
An important turning point in Trinidad and Tobago's development of a climate-resilient future has been reached with the appointment of the IC Evaluator for the CFEWS Phase 2 Project. The project will receive a thorough evaluation that directs future investments and policy directions in climate adaptation through the strategic oversight of the UNDP and the evaluator's forthcoming analysis.
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