Consultant-Firm Services for Feasibility Studies for the Construction of the Port and Market in Idjwi and Their Dependencies

This tender pertains to the Great Lakes Trade Facilitation and Integration Project, specifically focusing on the feasibility studies required for the construction of a port and market in Idjwi, located in the Sud-Kivu province. The procurement method employed is Quality and Cost-Based Selection (QCBS), with the reference number ZR-CI-265743-CS-QCBS. The awarded contract, valued at USD 452,100, is designated for a duration of six months. The minimum qualifying score for bidders was set at 75 points. The successful firms include PROSPECTIVA from Portugal, which achieved a combined score of 98.66, and ERCA from Burundi. Their evaluation scores reflect strong technical capabilities, with PROSPECTIVA scoring 98.33 in technical evaluation and 100 in financial assessment. Other evaluated firms included BED SARL from the Democratic Republic of Congo, CID from Morocco, and GROUPEMENT FRED ENG - ESTUDIO 7 from Italy, with final evaluation prices ranging from USD 505,375 to USD 749,585. This project aims to enhance trade facilitation and integration in the region, thereby contributing to economic development.

This is a consulting contract in the construction and civil works, transport and logistics and trade and industry sectors, with a focus on Ports and Maritime. Located in DRC - Angola, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 452,100.

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 construction and civil works 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.