Project: Nuts and Fruits in Hilly Areas ProjectDuration: 55 Working DaysApproval Number4211Approval Date12-Sep-2022Estimated Commencement Date20-Apr-2024Open to non-Member Countries Yes NoAdditional InformationPossibility of contract extensionIn general, ADB consulting contracts may be extended to a reasonable degree when doing so is justified within ADB's core procurement principles. Any extensions are subject to operational needs, consultant performance, and continued availability of funds.Specific considerations for this assignment, if any, are discussed here:Contract extension is subject to completion of assignment and budget availabilityPossibility of consideration for downstream assignment Yes No Not knownIndefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) Yes NoCountry of assignmentNepalCountry of eligibility for national consultantsSame as country of assignmentIndividuals of ADB member countries who have appropriate authorization to legally reside and work in the country of the assignment but do not hold the nationality of that country may also be considered as national consultants.Contact InformationProject OfficerDr. Shanta KarkiNational Center for Fruit Development, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock DevelopmentEmailcpmu.nafha@gmail.com