Tenders/Services for the Control and Supervision of Works for Water Storage, Water Transfer, and Water Distribution Network in Bamako
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Services for the Control and Supervision of Works for Water Storage, Water Transfer, and Water Distribution Network in Bamako

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Original title: Prestations de contrôle et surveillance des travaux d'ouvrages de stockage, de transfert d'eau et de réseau de distribution d'eau à Bamako
Published: Mar 9, 2026
Updated: May 23, 2026
Source: world_bank

About This Opportunity

Translated

This Contract Award notice pertains to the "Mali Water Security Project" (P181538). The procurement utilized the Quality and Cost-Based Selection (QCBS) method, with the reference number ML-PASEMA-461057-CS-QCBS. The scope of the contract involves the "Control and Supervision of Works for Water Storage, Water Transfer, and Water Distribution Network in Bamako." The contract duration is 25 months, and a minimum qualifying score of 75 was required. The awarded firm is a joint venture between CABINET D'ETUDES MARC MERLIN, based in France, and GECI EXPERT CONSEIL, based in Mali. The beneficial ownership details for both firms have been disclosed, indicating significant shareholding or control by individuals like Pierre Merlin, Patrick Merlin, and Cheick Abdrahamane KASSIBO. The technical score achieved was 98.50, with specific scores for Consultant Specific Experience (10) and Methodology (28.50). The notification of award was issued on January 16, 2026. The project aims to enhance water security in Mali.

This is a consulting contract in the energy and power, water and sanitation and security and defense sectors, with a focus on Transmission Distribution. Located in Mali, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

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 energy and power 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. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

Original language: French
Project: Mali Water Security Project

Contract Award

Project:P181538-Mali Water Security Project
Loan/Credit/TF Info:-
Bid/Contract Reference No:ML-PASEMA-461057-CS-QCBS
Procurement Method:QCBS-Quality And Cost-Based Selection
Scope of Contract:CONTRÔLE ET SURVEILLANCE DES TRAVAUX D'OUVRAGES DE STOCKAGE, DE TRANSFERT D'EAU ET DE RÉSEAU DE DISTRIBUTION D'EAU A BAMAKO
Notice Version No:0


Date Notification of Award Issued
(YYYY/MM/DD)
2026/01/16
Duration of Contract

25 Month(s)
Minimum Qualifying Score

75
Awarded Firm(s):
CABINET D'ETUDES MARC MERLIN (72411)
RUE GROLEE
Country: France

Beneficial Ownership Details
Form Date: 26-JUN-25
NameNationalityResidence CountryConditions Met
Pierre MerlinFRFranceDirectly or indirectly holding 25% or more of the shares
Patrick MerlinFRFranceDirectly or indirectly holding 25% or more of the shares

GECI EXPERT CONSEIL (763963)
Country: Mali

Beneficial Ownership Details
Form Date: 09-JUL-25
NameNationalityResidence CountryConditions Met
Cheick Abdrahamane KASSIBOMLMaliDirectly or indirectly having the right to appoint a majority of the board of the directors or an equivalent, Directly or indirectly holding 25% or more of the shares, Directly or indirectly holding 25 % or more of the Voting Rights

Scores
Technical:98.50
Consultant Specific Experience:10
Methodology:28.50
Key Personnel:55
Transfer of Knowledge:0
Participation by Nationals:5
Financial:99.92
Combined:98.78
Rank:1
Final Evaluation Price
XOF 769500
Signed Contract Price
XOF 769500000
Price:
Currency:
Amount:
C.F.A. Francs BCEAO (C.F.A. Francs BCEAO)
769500000
Evaluated Firm(s):
GOPA - International Energy Consultants GmbH (980383)
Country: Germany

Final Evaluation Price
XOF 913951585
Price:
Currency:
Amount:
SOCIÉTÉ CIRA SAS (724339)
Country: Mali

Final Evaluation Price
XOF 839608561
Price:
Currency:
Amount:
SOCIETE CENTRALE POUR LEQUIPEMENT DU TERRITOIRE TUNISIE (164397)
Country: Tunisia

BETICO (138411)
Country: Mali

Final Evaluation Price
XOF 831414487
Price:
Currency:
Amount:
GROUPEMENT DES CONSULTANTS ET INGENIEURS DU MAROC (GCIM) (998493)
Country: Morocco

STUDIO GALLI INGEGNERIA (959066)
Country: Italy

STUDIO GALLI INGENIERIE AFRIQUE SUARL (998488)
Country: Senegal

Final Evaluation Price
XOF 1078143939
Price:
Currency:
Amount:
SONEDE INTERNATIONALE (427030)
Country: Tunisia

I-SEPT (725669)
Country: Mali

GEO MANAGEMENT & PARTENAIRES (GMP SARL) (998472)
Country: Guinea

Final Evaluation Price
XOF 1219101660
Price:
Currency:
Amount:
INGERCO SARL (924273)
Country: Mali

VSI AFRIQUE (329410)
Country: Congo, Democratic Republic of

Final Evaluation Price
XOF 1079570939
Price:
Currency:
Amount:
FASO INGÉNIERIE (357872)
Country: Burkina Faso

HYDROCONSULT INTERNATIONAL (993844)
Country: Senegal

SETA SARL (885836)
Country: Mali

Final Evaluation Price
XOF 768850000
Price:
Currency:
Amount:

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on March 9, 2026. Last refreshed 33 days ago. Reference: OP00431366. Original language: French. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Mali Water Security Project

Mali Water Security Project has issued 17 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 12 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Water & Sanitation, Transport & Logistics, and Finance & Banking. All notices are published for Mali. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: June 15, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Mali Water Security Project 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 Energy & Power 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.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit WB - World Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference OP00431366 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to CABINET D'ETUDES MARC MERLIN. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.

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