Recruitment of a firm to provide training on: ISO 8583
About This Opportunity
Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Burundi Digital Foundations Project | Method: Consultant Qualification Selection | Ref: BI-PAFEN-PIU-2.2.3.18_9-CS-CQS
This is a consulting contract in the education and training, water and sanitation and transport and logistics sectors, with a focus on Vocational Training and Freight. Located in Burundi, 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 education and training 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
Auto-translated from FrenchEXPRESSION OF INTEREST
(CONSULTING SERVICES)
SELECTION OF FIRMS/CABINETS
Country: Republic of Burundi
Project No.: P176396
IDA Grant No.: E0930-BI
RECRUITMENT OF A FIRM TO PROVIDE TRAINING FOR BRB EXECUTIVES ON ISO 8583
Ref. STEP: BI-PAFEN-PIU-2.2.3.18_9-CS-CQS
The Government of the Republic of Burundi has received a Grant from the International Development Association (IDA) in the amount of US$92,000,000 to finance the Support Project for the Foundations of the Digital Economy (PAFEN), whose Development Objective (PDO) is to increase access to broadband internet, particularly for underserved communities, and improve the Government's capacity to manage resources more effectively and deliver public services digitally.
It intends to use part of this financing to make payments for the contract for the services of a "FIRM TO PROVIDE TRAINING FOR BRB EXECUTIVES ON: ISO 8583"
- Main Objective
In an ever-evolving payment environment, it is essential that managers and supervisors of payment systems and methods are trained in relevant security standards and certifications. Each of these training sessions aims to deepen knowledge and skills in specific areas of payment management, information security, and auditing, thereby providing professionals with practical and theoretical skills as well as the tools necessary to excel in their field.
- Specific Objectives
The ISO 8583 training aims to provide participants with the necessary skills to understand, analyze, and implement financial messaging standards. It focuses on the following specific objectives:
- Understand and master the ISO 8583 standard and its central role in financial message exchange.
- Develop practical skills for analyzing, designing, developing, and supporting ISO 8583-based systems.
- Ensure interoperability and security of financial transactions through the correct application of messaging formats and protocols.
Mission Duration
- Mission Duration: The mission will extend over ten (10) calendar days.
- Training Duration: The training itself will take place over five (05) consecutive days.
- Location: The training will be provided in Burundi.
- Indicative Schedule:
- Days 1 to 5: Conducting training sessions, including practical exercises, case studies, and intermediate evaluations.
- Days 6 to 10: Consolidation of learning, final participant evaluation, writing and finalization of the training report.
- Deliverables:
- Final training report, including:
- Detailed content of the sessions provided
- Results of participant evaluations
- Recommendations for follow-up and application of learning
- Final training report, including:
- Payment Method: A single payment will be made upon delivery of the final training report.
The Terms of Reference can be downloaded from the PAFEN website: https://pafen.gov.bi/appels-doffres/ or obtained at the addresses mentioned below.
PAFEN now invites eligible Firms ("Consultants") to express their interest in providing the services described above. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they possess the required qualifications and relevant experience for the execution of the Services (brief presentation of their firms, references concerning the execution of similar contracts, experience in similar conditions, copies of contracts already completed, etc.).
Similar missions carried out must be accompanied by proof of completion.
FIRM PROFILE
The Firm must meet the following minimum conditions:
- Be an international training and consulting firm specializing in payment systems, data security...
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on October 6, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00473292. Original language: French. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Burundi Digital Foundations Project
Burundi Digital Foundations Project has issued 59 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 11 currently open and 17 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Water & Sanitation, Education & Training, and Transport & Logistics. All notices are published for Burundi. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: October 13, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Burundi Digital Foundations Project in Burundi. 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 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 Burundi. 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 OP00473292 when communicating with the contracting authority.
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