Pool of expert consultants
GloFouling Partnerships Project is seeking to increase its pool of experts to deliver work on a wide range of assignments, such as the development of technical reports, studies and training materials, and the delivery of training courses.
Profiles that will be required throughout the duration of the Project are highly varied and include knowledge of at least one of the different aspects related to biofouling management and invasive aquatic species, including (but not limited to) marine biology and environment, policy and strategy development, shipping, aquaculture, renewable marine energies, naval architecture, in-water cleaning, anti-fouling coatings, development of educational tools, etc.
To be part of the pool, Experts should register individually using the form below, and must state if they are acting as individual consultants, consultancy companies, universities, research centres or other organizations. Relevant documentation describing competence should be attached. Experts should also register in the IMO E-Roster LINK. Please select "Ship's Biofouling" as area of expertise.
Assignments are announced HERE and provide detailed information on scope of work, specific needs and expected timeline for work completion. Experts particularly interested in undertaking any specific Assignment are encouraged to follow the specific instructions included in the description of the assignment (by clicking on the 'More details' button).
The selection process for any assignment will follow IMO Rules & Regulations and IMO Procurement procedures.
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Experts should also register in the IMO E-Roster LINK. Please select "Ship's Biofouling" as area of expertise.
Current assignments
Below is a list of upcoming assignments. If you have interest in a specific assignment please follow the instructions in the assignment description.
Ref. GFP-020
Call for technology and solution developers or providers
GloFouling Partnerships is calling for proposals from developers and providers of technologies or solutions aimed at in different aspects related to biofouling management and invasive aquatic species. Selected companies will participate in an international workshop, focused on marine biosecurity in marine protected areas (MPA) and Particularly Sensitive Sea Areas (PSSA) and will be able to showcase their technologies and solutions.. For more information, refer to the document accessible through 'More details'.
Deadline for applications: 11 March 2023
Past assignments
Ref. GFP-008
Guidance for the development of regional strategies on biofouling management
The required work is to develop a framework of guidance and documentation to support the establishment of regional strategies and action plans for biofouling management in the 5 regions participating in the GloFouling Partnerships Project.
Assignment closed
This deadline is for registering preliminary interest and availability.
Ref. GFP-007
The midterm review of the GloFouling Partnerships Project
The required work is to develop the Midterm Review (MTR) of the full-sized UNDP-supported GEF-financed project titled “Building Partnerships to Assist Developing Countries to Minimize the Impacts from Aquatic Biofouling (GloFouling Partnerships) (PIMS 5775) implemented by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
Assignment closed
This deadline is for registering preliminary interest and availability.
Ref. GFP-006
Analysis of the impact of biofouling on the hydrodynamic resistance and energy efficiency of ships
The required work for this Assignment is to carry out an analysis of: the effect of biofouling (on hull, internal sea water system, propeller and niche areas) on energy efficiency of ships; the effect of biofouling mitigating measures (proactive and reactive) on resistance and energy efficiency of ships; the additional greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions related to the effect of biofouling and their potential abatement resulting from mitigation measures; and any information gap(s).
Assignment closed
This deadline is for registering preliminary interest and availability.
Ref. GFP-005
Compilation and comparative analysis of existing regulations related to biofouling management
The required work for this Assignment is to identify and compile key aspects of existing and impending guidelines, standards, and/or legal requirements at the local, national and international levels which aim to engage the maritime industries in addressing environmental issues associated with biofouling.
Assignment closed
Ref. GFP-004
Best practices for managing biofouling in recreational boating and marinas
The Best Practices to enable sailing and yachting communities to take effective measures to reduce the risk of spreading IAS when sailing or moving boats to new areas. It is expected to offer guidance in line with the Guidelines for the control and management of ships' biofouling to minimize the transfer of invasive aquatic species (IMO Biofouling Guidelines), and the Guidance for minimizing the transfer of invasive aquatic species as biofouling (hull fouling) for recreational craft (MEPC.1/Circ.792), published in 2011 and 2012, respectively, under the aegis of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
Assignment closed
Ref. GFP-003
Strategy guide on biofouling management
Development of the national strategy on biofouling management, which will be used by experts to: define a national policy to address the risk of aquatic invasive species introduced via biofouling; define a strategy in line with the national policy; and guide the development of action plans for the implementation of the strategy. It is also expected to offer guidance in line with the Guidelines for the control and management of ships' biofouling to minimize the transfer of invasive aquatic species (IMO Biofouling Guidelines).
Assignment closed
Ref. GFP-002
National training package
Development of international reference training material that will be used to increase the expertise on biofouling management. The training package will be used by experts and trainers to deliver training activities in all the beneficiary countries during the lifespan of the GloFouling Partnerships project. It is also expected that the training package will be incorporated in the curricula of selected maritime academies and other academic institutions.
Assignment closed
Ref. GFP-001
Guidance for national baseline status assessments
Development of a practical guide to assist countries in drafting their national baseline assessment reports on the current status of biofouling management with specific focus on introductions of aquatic invasive species. The national status assessment report is expected to produce high-quality, reliable information for decision-makers to support policy development.
Assignment closed
Ref. GFP-015
Call for expressions of interest - Graphic design services
GloFouling Partnerships is calling for proposals from Graphic designers to develop publications, infographics and its website. For more information on the various assignments available and the conditions for applications, refer to the document accessible through 'More details'.
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