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Comprehensive technical studies for 400 km of rural roads, Control and supervision of 200 km of development works in the Kayes and Nioro du Sahel regions within the framework of the Mali NSS Project.

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Original title: Etudes techniques complètes de 400 km de pistes rurales, Contrôle et surveillance des travaux d'aménagement de 200 km dans les régions de Kayes et Nioro du Sahel dans le cadre du Projet Mali NSS.

Mali Connectivity and Road Resilience Project (Mali-NSS)

Published: Jul 17, 2026

Updated: Jul 28, 2026

Source: world_bank

About This Opportunity

Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Mali Connectivity and Road Resilience Project (Mali-NSS) | Method: Quality And Cost-Based Selection | Ref: ML-PACRIR-559534-CS-QCBS

This is a consulting contract in the infrastructure, education and training and water and sanitation sectors. Located in Mali, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before July 31, 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 consulting in the infrastructure sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

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MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT

AND INFRASTRUCTURES

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REPUBLIC OF MALI

One People – One Goal – One Faith

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GENERAL SECRETARIAT

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DIRECTORATE GENERAL

OF ROADS

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National Coordination Unit for the Mali Nafa Soro Siraw Project (MALI-NSS)

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

No. 07/2026/UNC-Mali NSS

SELECTION OF CONSULTANTS BY WORLD BANK BORROWERS

Consulting services for the Technical Studies of Preliminary Design (APS) and Detailed Design (APD) for 404 km of rural roads, as well as the control and supervision of development works for approximately 200 km of rural roads in the regions of Kayes and Nioro du Sahel within the framework of the Mali NSS Project.

Project No.: P507921

CREDIT No. IDA 78130-ML and CREDIT IDA 78140-ML

The Government of the Republic of Mali has received financing from the International Development Association (IDA) in the form of two credits to finance the activities of the Mali Nafa Soro Siraw Project (Mali-NSS) for an amount of FCFA 133,356,058,100. The National Coordination Unit of the Mali Nafa Soro Siraw Project (Mali-NSS) intends to use part of the financing to make payments under the contract for the Technical Studies of Preliminary Design (APS) and Detailed Design (APD) with the production of bidding documents for 404 km of rural roads, as well as the control and supervision of development works for approximately 200 km of rural roads in the Nioro region (Districts of Diéma, Diankounté Camara, and Sandaré).

PROJECT OBJECTIVE

The objective of the study is to provide, on behalf of the client UNC Mali NSS (National Coordination Unit of the Mali Nafa Soro Siraw Mali-NSS Project) through the Directorate General of Roads (DGR), the technical study services for Preliminary Design (APS) and Detailed Design (APD) for 404 km of rural roads with the production of bidding documents, as well as the control and supervision of development works for approximately 200 km of rural roads passable in all seasons.

The consulting firm will carry out any necessary adjustments if a rainy season occurs between the studies and the start of the works.

A road passable in all seasons is a road without permanent interruption factors throughout the year and on which it is possible to drive at a minimum speed of 40 km/h in a 4x4 vehicle.

Note: The works mainly concern the construction of crossing structures (culverts, pipes, fords, small bridges, etc.), the repair or reinforcement of structures, drainage (construction of ditches, gutters, etc.), and the treatment of potential cut-off areas. Earthworks will be carried out in places to ensure traffic continuity and the connection of structures, but in no case will the continuous resurfacing or raising of the road surface from end to end be undertaken.

The consultant will also define road safety activities on the selected roads. These activities will include fencing schools and installing speed bumps at the entrance to populated areas.

SCOPE OF CONSULTANT SERVICES

The consultant's services will be carried out in two phases as follows:

- Phase 1: Technical studies for Preliminary Design (APS) and Detailed Design (APD) for approximately 404 km of rural roads with the production of Bidding Documents (DAO). The estimated duration of services is seventy-eight (78) days, including report approval periods.

- Phase 2: Control and supervision of works for approximately 200 km of rural roads. The estimated duration of services is eight (08) months. (Phase 2 is an optional tranche linked to the Consultant's good performance during Phase 1. The contract for Phase 2 will be signed after Phase 1).

LOCATION OF ROADS

The linear kilometerage is to be verified and confirmed by the Consultant (after prioritization of rural roads during the validation workshop) for 404 km. This includes:

Diéma District

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on July 17, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00457401. Original language: French. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Mali Connectivity and Road Resilience Project (Mali-NSS)

Mali Connectivity and Road Resilience Project (Mali-NSS) has issued 11 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 2 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Education & Training, Water & Sanitation, and Infrastructure. All notices are published for Mali. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: July 24, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is July 31, 2026. You have 3 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Mali Connectivity and Road Resilience Project (Mali-NSS) in Mali. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Consulting 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 Mali. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

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