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Procurement of a Remotely Operating Vehicle (with modular equipment)

Transforming Fisheries Sector Management in South-West Indian Ocean Region and Maldives Project (Tra

Published: Aug 31, 2026

Updated: Sep 16, 2026

About This Opportunity

Invitation for Bids | Project: Transforming Fisheries Sector Management in South-West Indian Ocean Region and Maldives Project (Tra | Method: Request for Bids | Ref: MV-MOFMRA-531041-GO-RFB

This is a supplies contract in the education and training, agriculture and food security and governance and public administration sectors, with a focus on Fisheries and Scholarships. Located in Maldives, Asia, 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 the supply of goods in the education and training sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

**Project:** Transforming Fisheries Sector Management in South-West Indian Ocean Region and Maldives Project (Tra

Request for Bids – Goods

(One-Envelope Bidding Process)

Country: Maldives

Name of Project: Transforming Fisheries Sector Management in South-West Indian Ocean Region and Maldives (TransFORM)

Tender Title: Procurement of an Observation-Class Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) for Fisheries and Ecosystem Monitoring.

Loan No./Credit No./ Grant No.: E176-MV

RFB Reference No.: MV-MOFMRA-531041-GO-RFB

The Government of the Republic of Maldives through the Ministry of Fisheries, Agriculture and Ocean Resources (MFOR) is implementing Transforming Fisheries Sector Management in South-West Indian Ocean Region and Maldives (TransFORM) Project financed by the World Bank and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the contract for “Procurement of an Observation-Class Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) for Fisheries and Ecosystem Monitoring”.
The Ministry of Fisheries, Agriculture and Ocean Resources now re-invites sealed Bids from eligible Bidders for “Procurement of an Observation-Class Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) for Fisheries and Ecosystem Monitoring”.
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” Procurement in Investment Project Financing - Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services, November 2020 and revised February 2025 introduced by the Bank under the Procurement Framework (“Procurement Regulations”) and is open to all eligible Bidders as defined in the Procurement Regulations.
Interested bidders shall be registered to submit a bid. Registration will be open from the time of the publishing of this invitation until, 30th September 2026 14:00hrs via email to procurement.transform@fishagriocean.gov.mv stating Reference No. of this Invitation, Project Name, Company name, email address and contact number. This tender is only open for registered parties.
Interested eligible Bidders may obtain further information by writing to procurement.transform@fishagriocean.gov.mvbefore 30th September 2026, 14:00 PM, Maldives Time.
Pre-bid meeting will be held on 20th September 2026 at 11:00hrs at the below address.
Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before 7th October 2026 11:00 AM, Maldives Time. Electronic Bidding will not be permitted. Late Bids will be rejected. Bids will be publicly opened in the presence of the Bidder’s designated representatives and anyone who chooses to attend at the address below on 7th October 2026 11:00 AM, Maldives Time.
All Bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security of MVR 15,000 Or USD Equivalent.
The address referred to above for obtaining further information and bid submission is:

Ms. Jumaina Hassan

Project Manager

Transforming Fisheries Sector Management in the South-West Indian Ocean Region and Maldives (TransFORM) Project

Ministry of Fisheries, Agriculture and Ocean Resources

H. Palmeyra - 3A, Sosun Magu

Tel: +960 3033488

Fax: +960 3326558

Email: procurement.transform@fishagriocean.gov.mv

cc: shazuleena.ibrahim@fishagriocean.gov.mv

Please find the local gazzette link to download the bid document.

Gazette: https://www.gazette.gov.mv/iulaan/409856

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on August 31, 2026. Last refreshed 4 days ago. Reference: OP00465847. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Transforming Fisheries Sector Management in South-West Indian Ocean Region and Maldives Project (Tra

Transforming Fisheries Sector Management in South-West Indian Ocean Region and Maldives Project (Tra has issued 11 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 1 currently open and 8 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Finance & Banking, Governance & Public Administration, and Education & Training. All notices are published for Maldives. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: August 31, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Transforming Fisheries Sector Management in South-West Indian Ocean Region and Maldives Project (Tra in Maldives. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Education & Training 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 Maldives. 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 OP00465847 when communicating with the contracting authority.