Recruitment of a firm for the technical studies for the deployment of fiber optic links Guiba - Tenkodogo, Kaya - Yako, Sapaga - Zorgo
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThis tender pertains to the Burkina Faso Digital Acceleration Project, specifically focusing on the recruitment of a consulting firm to conduct technical studies necessary for the deployment of fiber optic links connecting Guiba to Tenkodogo, Kaya to Yako, and Sapaga to Zorgo. The procurement method employed is Quality and Cost-Based Selection (QCBS), with the reference number BF-PACTDIGITAL-477243-CS-QCBS. The awarded contract has a duration of 90 days and was officially notified on September 23, 2025. The minimum qualifying score for bidders was set at 75. The successful firm, DEFIS ET STRATEGIES BURKINA, achieved a technical score of 90.17 and a financial score of 100, leading to a combined score that secured their position as the top-ranked bidder. The contract was signed for a total amount of XOF 133,710,090. Notably, two other firms, GROUPEMENT WECOM & IT-TECHPOOL AFRICA and GROUPEMENT CIBI SARL - DATASOL SARL, were rejected due to their failure to meet the minimum technical score required for consideration. This project is crucial for enhancing digital infrastructure in Burkina Faso, aiming to improve connectivity and support economic growth.
This is a consulting contract in the information and communication technology and finance and banking sectors, with a focus on Network Infrastructure and Telecommunications. Located in Burkina Faso, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 133.7 million.
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 information and communication technology 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:P177022-Burkina Faso Digital Acceleration Project
Loan/Credit/TF Info:IDA-74620
Bid/Contract Reference No:BF-PACTDIGITAL-477243-CS-QCBS
Procurement Method:QCBS-Quality And Cost-Based Selection
Scope of Contract:Réalisation des études techniques pour le déploiement des liaisons fibre optique GUIBA-TENKODOGO, KAYA-YAKO, SAPAGA-ZORGHO
Notice Version No:0
(YYYY/MM/DD)
2025/09/23
90 Day(s)
75
Tél: +226 70 20 42 20
Country: Burkina Faso
Registry ID: IFU 00031943 F
Form Date: 12-JAN-26
| Name | Nationality | Residence Country | Conditions Met |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alfred Namwaya SAWADOGO | BF | Burkina Faso | 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 |
| Technical: | 90.17 | |
| Consultant Specific Experience: | 10 | |
| Methodology: | 29.37 | |
| Key Personnel: | 50.8 | |
| Financial: | 100 | |
| Combined: | 20 | |
| Rank: | 1 | |
XOF 133710090
Signed Contract Price
XOF 133710090
Country: Benin
Reason for Rejection
Failure to meet minimum technical score
Country: Tunisia
Reason for Rejection
Failure to meet minimum technical score
Country: Tunisia
Reason for Rejection
Failure to meet minimum technical score
Country: Tunisia
Reason for Rejection
Failure to meet minimum technical score
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on February 3, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00424436. Original language: French. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Burkina Faso Digital Acceleration Project
Burkina Faso Digital Acceleration Project has issued 11 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 9 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Water & Sanitation, and Finance & Banking. All notices are published for Burkina Faso. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: May 14, 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 OP00424436 when communicating with the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to DEFIS ET STRATEGIES BURKINA. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Burkina Faso Digital Acceleration Project in Burkina Faso. 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 Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
What is the estimated budget?
The estimated contract value is $133,710,090 - $133,710,090. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Burkina Faso. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
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