Consultancy Opportunity: Feasibility Study
for BMZ-Funded Inclusive Eye
Health Project

Consultancy Opportunity: Feasibility Study for BMZ-Funded Inclusive Eye Health Project

About CBM

CBM (Christoffel-Blindenmission Christian Blind Mission e.V.) is an international development organisation committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities and other marginalized populations through disability-inclusive development and humanitarian action. Working in partnership with governments, civil society organizations, Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), and local communities, CBM promotes inclusive health, education, livelihoods, and social participation. In Pakistan, CBM supports the strengthening of equitable, accessible, affordable, and disability-inclusive systems, with a particular focus on reducing avoidable blindness and visual impairment among underserved populations.

Consultancy Assignment

CBM Pakistan invites Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from qualified individual consultants and consultancy firms to conduct a Feasibility Study for a proposed BMZ-funded project titled:

"Strengthening Inclusive Eye Health Systems for Sustainable Vision Care in Lar District, South Punjab."

The proposed project will be implemented in partnership with Layton Rahmatullah Benevolent Trust (LRBT) and aims to strengthen disability-inclusive and sustainable eye health systems through community-based screening, school eye health initiatives, strengthened referral pathways, diabetic retinopathy management, facility strengthening, accessibility improvements, and enhanced inclusion of persons with disabilities.

Assignment Objective

The feasibility study will assess the relevance, feasibility, sustainability, inclusiveness, and implementation readiness of the proposed intervention. The study will provide evidence-based recommendations to strengthen project design and support the final development of the BMZ funding proposal.

Geographic Coverage

Lar District, South Punjab, Pakistan

Assignment Duration

Approximately 60 days, commencing in July/August 2026.

Scope of Work

The consultant/firm will be responsible for:

• Conducting a comprehensive feasibility assessment of the proposed intervention.

• Assessing project feasibility against OECD-DAC criteria (Relevance, Coherence, Effectiveness, Efficiency, Impact, and Sustainability).

• Reviewing existing eye health systems, referral pathways, institutional capacities, and accessibility considerations.

• Assessing disability inclusion, gender responsiveness, safeguarding considerations, and participation of marginalized groups.

• Conducting stakeholder consultations and field assessments as required.

• Providing practical recommendations to strengthen project design, implementation arrangements, monitoring systems, sustainability mechanisms, and institutional ownership.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Interested consultants/consultancy firms should demonstrate:

• Advanced degree in Public Health, Eye Health, Health Systems Management, Development Studies, Disability Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.

• Proven experience in conducting feasibility studies, evaluations, assessments, or research assignments for development programmes.

• Strong expertise in health systems strengthening, disability-inclusive development, public health, or eye health programming.

• Demonstrated experience in applying qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.

• Sound understanding and practical application of OECD-DAC criteria.

• Experience working with government stakeholders, civil society organizations, and vulnerable populations.

• Excellent analytical, facilitation, and report-writing skills in English.

• Experience in Punjab and/or eye health programming will be considered an added advantage.

Deliverables

The selected consultant/firm will be expected to submit:

• Inception Report and detailed methodology.

• Data collection tools and assessment instruments.

• Draft Feasibility Study Report.

• Final Feasibility Study Report.

• Cleaned datasets and supporting documentation.

• PowerPoint presentation of findings and recommendations.

• Presentation of findings during a validation workshop.

Submission Requirements

Interested applicants should submit:

Technical Proposal

• Understanding of the assignment and Terms of Reference.

• Proposed methodology and workplan.

• Team composition and CVs of proposed team members.

• Description of relevant assignments and experience.

Financial Proposal

• Detailed budget and cost breakdown.

• Professional fees.

• Travel and operational costs.

• Administrative and logistical expenses.

• Applicable taxes and statutory obligations.

Submission Process

Interested consultants and consultancy firms are requested to submit their complete Expression of Interest package in a sealed envelope clearly marked:

"Expression of Interest – Feasibility Study Consultancy – BMZ Inclusive Eye Health Project, Lar District, South Punjab"

The submission package should include:

• One hard copy of the Technical Proposal.

• One hard copy of the Financial Proposal.

• Soft copies of both the Technical and Financial Proposals on a USB drive.

All submissions must be delivered to:

CBM Pakistan
1st Floor, IRM Complex
Plot # 7, Sunrise Avenue
Park Road, Near COMSATS University
Islamabad, Pakistan

Detailed Terms of Reference (TORs)

Detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) are attached with this advertisement and form an integral part of this consultancy announcement. Interested applicants are encouraged to review the TORs carefully before preparing and submitting their proposals.

Submission Deadline

01 July 2026 at 5:00 PM (Pakistan Standard Time)

Late submissions will not be considered.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

CBM Pakistan reserves the right to accept or reject any application without assigning any reason.