Replace overaged equipment and upgrade existing Government of Ghana Data Center rack capacity and add AI capabilities
About This Opportunity
Invitation for Bids | Project: Ghana Digital Acceleration Project | Method: Request for Bids | Ref: GH-MOCDTI-509838-GO-RFB
This is a supplies contract in the education and training, governance and public administration and information and communication technology sectors. Located in Ghana, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before July 24, 2026.
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
Specific Procurement Notice
Request for Bids
Goods
(Two-Envelope Bidding Process)
Country: Republic of Ghana
Name of Project: Ghana Digital Accelerated Project
Contract Title: National Data Center Refresh and Upgrade
Credit No.: IDA 70960-GH
RFB Reference No.: GDAP/Comp2.1.1 - GH-MOCDTI-509838-GO-RFB
Date of Issue.: 12th June 2026
- The Government of the Republic of Ghana has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Ghana Digital Acceleration Project (GDAP), and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the contract for the NATIONAL DATA CENTER REFRESH AND UPGRADE. “For this contract, the Borrower shall process the payments using the Direct Payment disbursement method, as defined in the World Bank’s Disbursement Guidelines for Investment Project Financing, except for those payments, which the contract provides to be made through letter of credit.”
- The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations (MoCDTI) now invites sealed Bids from eligible Bidders for the following.
No. | Description | Bid Security |
1 | National Data Center Refresh and Upgrade | US$200,000.00 for Bank Guarantee and US$600,000.00 for Insurance Bond |
3. 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” 7th Edition, September 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), and is open to all eligible Bidders as defined in the Procurement Regulations.
4. Bids will be evaluated in accordance with the evaluation process set out in the bidding documents. The following weightings shall apply for Rated Criteria (including technical and non-price factors): 80% and for Bid cost: 20%
5. Interested eligible Bidders may obtain further information from the address below and inspect the bidding document during office hours 0900 to 1700 at the address given below.
6. The bidding document in English may be purchased by interested eligible Bidders upon the submission of a written application to the address below and upon payment of a nonrefundable fee of GH¢2,000.00. The method of payment will be cash or bank draft in the name of the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations. The document will be sent by either email, courier or pickup. Cost of courier service to be borne by prospective bidder.
7. Bids must be delivered to the address below or before 10:00GMT, 24th July 2026. Electronic Bidding will not be permitted. Late Bids will be rejected. The outer Bid envelopes marked “Original Bid”, and the inner envelopes marked “Technical Part” will be publicly opened in the presence of the Bidders’ designated representatives and anyone who chooses to attend, at the address below on 10:00GMT, 24th July 2026. All envelopes marked “Second Envelope: Financial Part” shall remain unopened and will be held in safe custody of the Purchaser until the second public opening.
8. All Bids must be accompanied by a by a Bid Security in the amount of US$200,000.00 for Bank Guarantee and US$600,000.00 for Insurance Bond.
9. Attention is drawn to the Procurement Regulations requiring the Borrower to disclose information on the successful bidder’s beneficial ownership, as part of the Contract Award Notice, using the Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Form as included in the bidding document.
10. The address(es) referred to above is (are):
Address for Download and/or Purchase of Bidding Documents | Address for Submission of Bids |
The Chief Director Attn: The Project Coordinator: Ghana Digital Acceleration Project (GDAP) Project Rooms 39 Fifth Floor, Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations Office Complex Abdul Diouf Street, near Kofi Annan ICT Centre of Excellence P.O. Box M.38, Ministries, Accra Ghana Digital Address: GA-079-0539 To Email: pcu.gdap@moc.gov.gh URL.: https://moc.gov.gh/tenders-awards/ | The Chief Director Attn: The Project Coordinator: Ghana Digital Acceleration Project (GDAP) Six Floor, Conference Room Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations Office Complex Abdul Diouf Street, near Kofi Annan ICT Centre of Excellence P.O. Box M.38, Ministries, Accra Ghana Digital Address: GA-079-0539 |
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on June 11, 2026. Last refreshed 7 days ago. Reference: OP00450430. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Ghana Digital Acceleration Project
Ghana Digital Acceleration Project has issued 10 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 4 currently open and 5 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Education & Training, and Governance & Public Administration. All notices are published for Ghana. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: June 11, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
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 Ghana. 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 OP00450430 when communicating with the contracting authority.
When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is July 24, 2026. You have 28 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Ghana Digital Acceleration Project in Ghana. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
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