Last Mile Connectivity to Selected Unserved and Underserved Areas and Rural CICs
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Invitation for Bids | Project: Ghana Digital Acceleration Project | Method: Request for Bids | Ref: GH-MOCDTI-488850-NC-RFB
This is a services contract in the information and communication technology and transport and logistics sectors, with a focus on Network Infrastructure. Located in Ghana, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before July 3, 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 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. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.
Description
Specific Procurement Notice
Template
Request for Bids
Non-Consulting Services
Employer: Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation
Project: Ghana Digital Accelerated Project
Contract title: Last-mile Connectivity to Selected Unserved and Underserved Areas and Rural Community Information Centers (CICs)
Country: Republic of Ghana
Credit No. IDA 70960-GH
RFB No: GDAP/COMP1.2.1 - GH-MOCDTI-488850-NC-RFB
Issued on: 22nd May, 2026
1. The Government of the Republic of Ghana has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Ghana Digital Acceleration Project (GDAP), and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the contract FOR LAST-MILE CONNECTIVITY TO SELECTED UNSERVED AND UNDERSERVED AREAS AND RURAL COMMUNITY INFORMATION CENTERS (CICS). For this contract, the Borrower shall process the payments using the Direct Payment disbursement method, as defined in the World Bank’s Disbursement Guidelines for Investment Project Financing.”
2. The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations (MoCDTI) now invites sealed Bids from eligible Bidders for the following.
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Description |
Bid Security |
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Last-mile connectivity to selected unserved areas and rural Community Information Centers (CICs) |
2% of the Bid Price in Bank Guarantee format. |
3. Bidding will be conducted through international competitive procurement using a Request for Bids (RFB) as specified in the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers -” September 2025, 7th Edition (“Procurement Regulations”) and is open to all eligible Bidders (or only to prequalified Bidders as the case may be) 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 weightings shall apply for Rated Criteria (including technical and non-price factors): 70% and for Bid cost: 30%.
5. Interested eligible Bidders may obtain further information from the address below and inspect the bidding document during office hours 0900 to 1700 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 GH₵2,000.00. The method of payment will be cash or bank draft in the name of the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations. The document will be sent by either email, courier or pickup. Cost of courier service shall be borne by prospective bidder.
7. Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before 10:00GMT 3rd July, 2026. Electronic Bidding will not be permitted. Late Bids will be rejected. The outer Bid envelopes marked “ORIGINAL BID”, and the inner envelopes marked “TECHNICAL PART” will be publicly opened in the presence of the Bidders’ designated representatives and anyone who chooses to attend, at the address below at 10:00GMT on 3rd July, 2026. All envelopes marked “FINANCIAL PART” 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 in the amount of 2% of the bid price in the currency of the bid in a Bank Guarantee format.
9. Attention is drawn to the Procurement Regulations requiring the Borrower to disclose information on the successful bidder’s beneficial ownership, as part of the Contract Award Notice, using the Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Form as included in the bidding document.
10. The address(es) referred to above is (are):
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Address for Download and/or Purchase of Bidding Documents |
Address for Submission of Bids |
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The Chief Director Attn: The Project Coordinator: Ghana Digital Acceleration Project (GDAP) Project Rooms 39 Fifth Floor, Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations Office Complex Abdul Diouf Street, near Kofi Annan ICT Centre of Excellence P.O. Box M.38, Ministries, Accra Ghana Digital Address: GA-079-0539 To Email: pcu.gdap@moc.gov.gh URL.: www.moc.gov.gh |
The Chief Director Attn: The Project Coordinator: Ghana Digital Acceleration Project (GDAP) Six Floor, Conference Room Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations Office Complex Abdul Diouf Street, near Kofi Annan ICT Centre of Excellence P.O. Box M.38, Ministries, Accra Ghana Digital Address: GA-079-0539 |
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on May 19, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00445860. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Ghana Digital Acceleration Project
Ghana Digital Acceleration Project has issued 7 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 1 currently open and 5 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Finance & Banking, and Education & Training. All notices are published for Ghana. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: May 19, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Ghana. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit WB - World Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference OP00445860 when communicating with the contracting authority.
When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is July 3, 2026. You have 43 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Ghana Digital Acceleration Project in Ghana. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
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