Agreement with UNOPS for the Acquisition of Rolling Stock

This tender pertains to a contract awarded under the West Africa Food System Resilience Program (FSRP), specifically referenced as P172769. The procurement method utilized for this contract is Direct Selection, with the reference number BF-UCP/PRSA-BF-339291-GO-DIR. The scope of the contract includes the acquisition of various rolling stock, which consists of two 40-ton trucks, two 4X4 station wagons, thirty-two 4X4 pickup vehicles, two minibuses, four sedans, twenty motorcycles, as well as computer equipment and smartphones. The contract was officially awarded to the United Nations Office Project Services (UNOPS) on July 10, 2023. The total bid price at the opening was XOF 1,195,961,250, which is also the evaluated bid price and the signed contract price. The duration of the contract is set for 12 months. The contract is part of a broader initiative aimed at enhancing food system resilience in West Africa, addressing critical logistical and operational needs within the region. This procurement is essential for supporting the collection and distribution efforts integral to the program's objectives. The awarded bidder, UNOPS, is recognized for its role in facilitating international development projects and ensuring effective resource management.

This is a services contract in the information and communication technology and finance and banking sectors, with a focus on Hardware. Located in Western and Central Africa, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 1.2 billion.

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 services in the information and communication technology sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.