Recruitment of a firm for the implementation of counterpart grants and technical assistance to productive infrastructure operators.
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThe tender pertains to the recruitment of a consulting firm to implement counterpart grants and provide technical assistance to operators of productive infrastructure as part of the Burundi Jobs and Economic Transformation Project. This project, referenced as P177688, is financed under IDA-E2650. The procurement method employed is Quality and Cost-Based Selection (QCBS), with a minimum qualifying score set at 75. The awarded contract has a duration of 24 months, with the contract award notification issued on December 9, 2025. The successful firms include EKVITA ITALIA SRLS from Italy, EKVITA CONSULTING LLC from Azerbaijan, and CECODDA S.A. from Burundi. Each firm has met the beneficial ownership criteria, which include holding 25% or more of shares or voting rights and having the right to appoint a majority of the board of directors. This project aims to enhance job creation and economic transformation in Burundi by supporting infrastructure operators through grants and technical expertise.
This is a consulting contract in the construction and civil works, education and training and finance and banking sectors, with a focus on Buildings. 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 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.
Description
Original language: FrenchContract Award
Project:P177688-Burundi Jobs and Economic Transformation Project
Loan/Credit/TF Info:IDA-E2650
Bid/Contract Reference No:BI-ADB-441532-CS-QCBS
Procurement Method:QCBS-Quality And Cost-Based Selection
Scope of Contract:Mise en œuvre des subventions de contreparties et l’assistance technique aux opérateurs d’infrastructures productives
Notice Version No:0
(YYYY/MM/DD)
2025/12/09
24 Month(s)
75
Country: Italy
Form Date: 07-OCT-25
| Name | Nationality | Residence Country | Conditions Met |
|---|---|---|---|
| Margherita D`Urso | IT | Italy | Directly or indirectly holding 25% or more of the shares, Directly 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 Voting Rights |
Keyab Khanim Safaraliyeva str., Time Business Center, 8th Floor, AZ1010, Bakou, Azebadjan
Country: Azerbaijan
Form Date: 07-OCT-25
| Name | Nationality | Residence Country | Conditions Met |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ilgar Mehti | AZ | Azerbaijan | Directly 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 |
Country: Burundi
Form Date: 16-OCT-25
| Name | Nationality | Residence Country | Conditions Met |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patrice NIYONGABO | BI | Burundi | Directly or indirectly holding 25 % or more of the Voting Rights, Directly 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 |
| Eliane INAMUTONI | BI | Burundi | Directly or indirectly holding 25% or more of the shares, Directly or indirectly holding 25 % or more of the Voting Rights |
| Eric IRAKOZE | BI | Burundi | Directly or indirectly holding 25 % or more of the Voting Rights, Directly or indirectly holding 25% or more of the shares, Directly or indirectly having the right to appoint a majority of the board of the directors or an equivalent |
Country: Italy
Form Date: 16-OCT-25
| Name | Nationality | Residence Country | Conditions Met |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virgilio Buscemi | IT | Italy | Directly or indirectly holding 25% or more of the shares |
| Technical: | 92.97 | |
| Consultant Specific Experience: | 8.83 | |
| Methodology: | 28.74 | |
| Key Personnel: | 55.40 | |
| Financial: | 84.89 | |
| Combined: | 91.35 | |
| Rank: | 1 | |
BIF 5032637500
Signed Contract Price
USD 2226525.00
Country: Belgium
BIF 4272265181
Country: Benin
Country: Benin
BIF 8051867715
Country: France
BIF 5782692912
Country: Burundi
Country: Belgium
Country: Belgium
BIF 4444277035
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on January 29, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00423597. Original language: French. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Burundi Jobs and Economic Transformation Project
Burundi Jobs and Economic Transformation Project has issued 35 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 2 currently open and 14 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Education & Training, Water & Sanitation, and Finance & Banking. All notices are published for Burundi. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: May 9, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
How can I submit a bid?
Visit WB - World Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference OP00423597 when communicating with the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to EKVITA ITALIA SRLS. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Burundi Jobs and Economic Transformation 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 Construction & Civil Works 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.
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