Acquisition of Wood Carpentry Equipment for the Benefit of the Vocational Training and Apprenticeship Centers (CFPA) of Kouandé

The tender pertains to the acquisition of wood carpentry equipment intended for the Vocational Training and Apprenticeship Center (CFPA) located in Kouandé, as part of the Benin Youth Inclusion Project. This initiative aims to enhance vocational training facilities to better equip youth with essential skills for employment. The procurement method utilized for this contract is a Request for Bids (RFB), under the reference number BJ-FODEFCA-406367-GO-RFB. The project is financed through the International Development Association (IDA) with loan number IDA-68090. The contract duration is set for three months, commencing from the award date, which is noted as April 17, 2025. The awarded bidder for this contract is NDC GROUP, with a signed contract price amounting to XOF 847,171,561, following an evaluated bid price of XOF 423,585,786 at the opening. This project is significant for the local economy as it aims to improve the quality of vocational training, thereby fostering youth inclusion in the workforce. The location of the project is in Benin, specifically targeting the Kouandé region, which underscores the government's commitment to enhancing educational infrastructure and promoting skill development.

This is a supplies contract in the education and training and finance and banking sectors, with a focus on Vocational Training. Located in Benin, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 847.2 million.

Published through WB - World Bank, a multilateral development bank that follows standardized international procurement guidelines. Projects funded by multilateral institutions are generally open to international bidders from eligible member countries for the supply of goods in the education and training sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.