Construction of new Rwamagana Industrial Park Substation
About This Opportunity
Invitation for Bids | Project: Rwanda - Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Access Transformation in AFE MPA (ASCENT - Rwanda | Method: Request for Proposals | Ref: RW-REG/EDCL-511172-CW-RFP
This is a works contract in the infrastructure, education and training and energy and power sectors. Located in Rwanda, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before June 19, 2026.
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 civil works in the infrastructure sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.
Description
RFP Reference No.: RW-REG/EDCL-511172-CW-RFP
Issued, on 28/04/2026
Specific Procurement Notice
Employer: Energy Development Corporation Limited (EDCL)
Project: Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Transformation (ASCENT)
Contract title: Design, Supply and Installation of Rwamagana Industrial Park substation and
associated Transmission Line
Country: Rwanda
Credit No.: IDA-74610
1. The Government of Rwanda has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Transformation, and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the Contract for Design, Supply and Installation of Rwamagana Industrial Park substation and associated Transmission Line âFor this contract, the Borrower shall process the payments using the Direct Payment disbursement method, as defined in the World Bankâs Disbursement Guidelines for Investment Project Financing, except for those payments, which the contract provides to be made through letter of credit.â
2. The Energy Development Corporation Limited (EDCL) now invites sealed Bids from eligible Bidders for Design, Supply and Installation of Rwamagana Industrial Park substation and associated Transmission Line :
|
Item |
Description |
Unit |
Qty |
Period |
|
1 |
110/15kV, 40/50MVA Power Transformers |
No |
2 |
18 Months |
|
2 |
Complete 110kV Outdoor Transformer bays |
No |
2 |
|
|
3 |
Complete 110kV Outdoor lines bays |
No |
2 |
|
|
4 |
15kV Double Busbar Indoor GIS Switchgears |
No |
14 |
|
|
5 |
AC and DC Auxiliary Supply |
set |
1 |
|
|
6 |
SCADA and Substation Monitoring |
set |
1 |
|
|
7 |
Control Building, Operator Living house and Guard house |
lot |
1 |
|
|
8 |
110kV Double Circuit Overhead Tower Transmission Line |
No |
0.5km |
|
|
9 |
30kV Double Circuit Overhead Distribution line |
No |
5km |
3. Bidding will be conducted through international competitive procurement using a Request for Bids (RFB) as specified in the World Bankâs âProcurement Regulations for IPF Borrowersâ February 2025 (âProcurement Regulationsâ) and is open to all eligible Bidders as defined in the Procurement Regulations.
4. Bids will be evaluated in accordance with the evaluation process set out in the bidding documents. The following weighting shall apply for Rated Criteria (including technical and non-price factors): 60%, and for Bid cost: 40%
- Bidders must have successfully completed at least two (2) similar plant design supply and installation works done within the last ten (10) years of similar nature and complexity, each with a value of at least USD 8.4 Million.
- Minimum average annual turnover of USD 12 Million, calculated as total certified payments received for contracts in progress or completed, within the last five (5) years.
- Additional qualification details are provided in the Bidding Documents..
5. Interested eligible Bidders may obtain further information from Energy Development Corporation Limited (EDCL); procurement@edcl.reg.rw with copy to jdruberanziza@edcl.reg.rw , cuwajeneza@edcl.reg.rw inspect the RFP document during office hours (09:00 AM to 5:00 PM) at the address given below.
6. The bidding document in English may be purchased by interested eligible Bidders upon the submission of a written application to the address below and upon payment of a nonrefundable fee of 50 USD or in a convertible currency. The method of payment will be deposit on the Bank Account N° 1000057734 in USD opened at National Bank of Rwanda in the name of EDCL EAQIP IDA Designated Account, Swift Code: BNRWRWRW. The document will be sent by e-mail.
7. Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before 19/06/2026at 10:30AM (local time). Electronic Procurement will not be permitted. Late Bids will be rejected. The outer Bid envelopes marked âORIGINAL BIDâ, and the inner envelopes marked âTECHNICAL PARTâ will be publicly opened in the presence of the Biddersâ designated representatives and anyone who chooses to attend, at the address below on 19/06/2026 at 11:00AM (local time). All envelopes marked âFINANCIAL PARTâ shall remain unopened and will be held in safe custody of the Employer until the second public Bid opening.
8. All Bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security of 240,000USD
9. The non-compulsory site visit is scheduled on 22/05/2026 and the meeting point is Rwamagana, district Office at 11:00am.
10. The pre-bid meeting shall take place on the site at the end of site visit on the same day
11. Attention is drawn to the Procurement Regulations requiring the Borrower to disclose information on the successful bidderâs beneficial ownership, as part of the Contract Award Notice, using the Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Form as included in the bidding document.
12. The address(es) referred to above is (are):
Energy Development Corporation Ltd
KN2 ST 3, Nyarugenge District, Kigali City,
P.O. Box 3855 Kigali, Rwanda
Tel.: (250) 787172265,
Kigali City Tower (KCT), 2nd Floor, Procurement Office
Sincerely.
|
Gentille UMUSHASHI Head Procurement Management Services |
FĂŠlix GAKUBA Managing Director |
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on May 7, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00441892. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Rwanda - Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Access Transformation in AFE MPA (ASCENT - Rwanda
Rwanda - Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Access Transformation in AFE MPA (ASCENT - Rwanda has issued 16 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 3 currently open and 7 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Education & Training, Energy & Power, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for Rwanda. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: May 7, 2026.
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How can I submit a bid?
Visit WB - World Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference OP00441892 when communicating with the contracting authority.
When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is June 19, 2026. You have 29 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Rwanda - Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Access Transformation in AFE MPA (ASCENT - Rwanda in Rwanda. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Works contract in the Infrastructure sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Rwanda. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
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