Terms of Reference for GFI’s and IPA’s
As the basis for the engagement of the services of a GFI or IPA, the IA shall prepare the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the services. The TOR shall contain, among other things, the following basic contents:
- Background of the project for which the ROW is required, and the objectives of the property appraisal services to be provided by the GFI or IPA
- Desired outputs to be delivered by the GFI or IPA, their description and degree of detail e.g., estimated market value of the land under consideration, the Replacement Cost of structures and improvements therein, and/or the market value of crops an trees therein;
- Standards and specifications to be observed by the GFI or IPA in providing the services and producing the desired outputs, which shall include those listed under Section 12 of this IRR, as may be applicable;
- Duration of the services and timetable for the delivery of outputs by the GFI or IPA; and
- Qualifications of the GFI or IPA to be engaged.
In preparing the TOR, the IA may consult the GFI in case of services to be provided by the latter.
The IA shall adopt the TOR template given in Annex A.
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