Substation Works for Interconnection of 220 kV Transmission Line
About This Opportunity
Invitation for Bids | Project: Huila-Cunene Interconnection Project | Method: Request for Bids | Ref: AO-RNT-525439-CW-RFB
This is a works contract in the energy and power, governance and public administration and transport and logistics sectors, with a focus on Transmission Distribution, Logistics and Freight. Located in Angola, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before September 21, 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 civil works in the energy and power sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.
Description
Specific Procurement Notice
Request for Bids
Plant Design, Supply and Installation
(Two-envelope Bidding Process, Without Prequalification)
Employer : RNT-Rede Nacional de Transporte de Energia, E.P.
Project : Huíla-Cunene Interconnection Project (HCIP)
Contract title : Plant Design, Supply, Installation and Commissioning for the Expansion of Cahama 400/220/60 kV Substation, Construction of the new Xangongo 220/60 kV Substation and Upgrade of the Existing Ondjiva 132/30 kV Substation to Ondjiva 220/132/60/30 kV
Country : Republic of Angola
Loan No. : 9886-AO
RFB No : AO-RNT-525439-CW-RFB
Issued on : August 05, 2026
1. The Government of the Republic of Angola has received financing from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) towards the cost of the Huíla-Cunene Interconnection Project (HCIP) and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the Plant Design, Supply, Installation and Commissioning for the Expansion of Cahama 400/220/60 kV Substation, Construction of the new Xangongo 220/60 kV Substation and Upgrade of the Existing Ondjiva 132/30 kV Substation to Ondjiva 220/132/60/30 kV. 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
2. RNT-Rede Nacional de Transporte de Energia, E.P. now invites sealed Bids from qualified bidders for Plant Design, Supply, Installation and Commissioning of substation works in Angola, for a period of two (2) years to be developed in this package:
(i) Expansion of the Cahama 400/220/60 kV Substation, Construction of the new Xangongo 220/60 kV Substation and Upgrade of the Existing Ondjiva 132/30 kV Substation to Ondjiva 220/132/60/30 kV.
3. Bidding will be conducted through international competitive procurement using Request for Bids (RFB) as specified in the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers”, September, 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), and is open to all qualified eligible Bidders.
4. Bids will be evaluated in accordance with the evaluation process set out in the bidding documents. The following weightings apply for Rated Criteria (including technical and non-price factors): 70% and for Bid Cost: 30%.
5. Interested eligible Bidders may obtain further information from the Huíla-Cunene Interconnection Project (HCIP), Project Implementation Unit and inspect the bidding document during office hours from Monday to Friday, 09:00 hours to 15:00 hours Angola local time, at the address given below.
6. The bidding document in English language may be obtained by interested eligible Bidders upon request to be sent to the email indicated below.
7. Bids must be delivered to the address below to Huíla-Cunene Interconnection Project (HCIP), Project Implementation Unit on or before 10:00 hours Angola local time, by September 21, 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. All envelopes marked “FINANCIAL PART” shall remain unopened and will be held in safe custody of the Employer until the second public Bid opening.
8. All Bids must be accompanied by a Bid-Securing Declaration as per the form provided.
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):
Huíla-Cunene Interconnection Project (PIHC)
Project Implementation Unit
Gaveto entre a Estrada do Camama e Via Expressa, junto a Subestação Eléctrica do Camama, Luanda, Angola
Mr. Mauro Hernany Ferreira Martins, PIU Coordinator
Luanda – Angola
Tel.: (+244) 222 704 400, (+244) 222 704 401
Electronic mail address: procurement_525439@pihc.ao
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on August 5, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00460732. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Huila-Cunene Interconnection Project
Huila-Cunene Interconnection Project has issued 10 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 2 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Education & Training, Transport & Logistics, and Infrastructure. All notices are published for Angola. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: August 5, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Angola. 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 OP00460732 when communicating with the contracting authority.
When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is September 21, 2026. You have 44 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Huila-Cunene Interconnection Project in Angola. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Works contract in the Energy & Power sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
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