Tenders/Recruitment of a firm for the feasibility study for the coverage of rural areas in Côte d’Ivoire using Non-Geostationary Low Earth Orbit (NGSO-LEO) satellites

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Recruitment of a firm for the feasibility study for the coverage of rural areas in Côte d’Ivoire using Non-Geostationary Low Earth Orbit (NGSO-LEO) satellites

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Original title: Recrutement d’un cabinet pour l’étude de faisabilité pour la couverture des zones rurales en Côte d’Ivoire à partir de satellites Non Géostationnaires en Orbite Terrestre Basse (NGSO-LEO)

Cote d’Ivoire National Electricity Digitalization and Access operation

Published: Apr 8, 2026

Updated: Jun 14, 2026

Source: world_bank

This tender has been awarded

Awarded to DIGIBRIDGE TELECOMS CONSULTING

About This Opportunity

Translated

Contract Award for a feasibility study on rural area coverage using NGSO-LEO satellites for the Cote d’Ivoire National Electricity Digitalization and Access operation.

This is a consulting contract in the infrastructure, energy and power and agriculture and food security sectors. Located in Cote d'Ivoire, 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 infrastructure 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: French

Project: Cote d’Ivoire National Electricity Digitalization and Access operation

Contract Award

Project:P176776-Cote d’Ivoire National Electricity Digitalization and Access operation
Loan/Credit/TF Info:IDA-72600
Bid/Contract Reference No:CI-CI-ENERGIES-527207-CS-CQS
Procurement Method:CQS-Consultant Qualification Selection
Scope of Contract:Recrutement d’un cabinet pour l’étude de faisabilité pour la couverture des zones rurales en Côte d’Ivoire à partir de Satellites Non Géostationnaires en Orbite Terrestre Basse (NGSO-LEO)
Notice Version No:0

Date Notification of Award Issued
(YYYY/MM/DD)
2026/04/02

Duration of Contract

5 Month(s)

Minimum Qualifying Score

80

Awarded Firm(s):

DIGIBRIDGE TELECOMS CONSULTING (1065933)
Country: United States

Beneficial Ownership Details
Form Date: 02-APR-26

Name	Nationality	Residence Country	Conditions Met
SANKARA ALFRED	BF	United States	Directly or indirectly holding 25% or more of the shares, 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

OKTO TECHNOLOGIES (1065932)
Cocody Angré 8e tranche cité pacifique villa 34 08 BP 3319 Abidjan 08
Country: Cote d'Ivoire

Beneficial Ownership Details
Form Date: 02-APR-26

Name	Nationality	Residence Country	Conditions Met
DALLY BRICE LANDRY	CI	Cote d'Ivoire	Directly or indirectly holding 25% or more of the shares, 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

Scores

Technical:		91.50
	Consultant Specific Experience:	3
	Methodology:	24
	Key Personnel:	55
	Transfer of Knowledge:	8
	Participation by Nationals:	1.5
Financial:		20
Combined:		93.20
Rank:		1

Final Evaluation Price
XOF 225793000
Signed Contract Price
XOF 225793000

Price:

Currency:

Amount:

C.F.A. Francs BCEAO (C.F.A. Francs BCEAO)

225793000

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on April 8, 2026. Last refreshed 12 days ago. Reference: OP00437330. Original language: French. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Cote d’Ivoire National Electricity Digitalization and Access operation

Cote d’Ivoire National Electricity Digitalization and Access operation has issued 10 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 7 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Energy & Power, Water & Sanitation, and Education & Training. All notices are published for Cote d'Ivoire. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: April 15, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What type of contract is this?

This is a Consulting contract in the Infrastructure 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 Cote d'Ivoire. 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 OP00437330 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to DIGIBRIDGE TELECOMS CONSULTING. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Cote d’Ivoire National Electricity Digitalization and Access operation in Cote d'Ivoire. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.