Tenders/Tariff Modernization: Consultancy Services for Tariff Policy Analysis and Formulation of Implementation Plan and Scoping Assessment for ASYCUDA/NSW/ARMS-backed software development for Tariff Analysis
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Tariff Modernization: Consultancy Services for Tariff Policy Analysis and Formulation of Implementation Plan and Scoping Assessment for ASYCUDA/NSW/ARMS-backed software development for Tariff Analysis

This tender has been awarded

Awarded to AARC (MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS) LIMITED (IRELAND)

About This Opportunity

Contract Award | Project: Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia – Bangladesh Phase 1 Project | Method: Quality And Cost-Based Selection | Ref: SD-04

This is a consulting contract in the infrastructure, transport and logistics and information and communication technology sectors. Located in Bangladesh, Asia, 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

Project: Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia – Bangladesh Phase 1 Project

Contract Award

Project:P176549-Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia – Bangladesh Phase 1 Project
Loan/Credit/TF Info:IDA-71660
Bid/Contract Reference No:SD-04
Procurement Method:QCBS-Quality And Cost-Based Selection
Scope of Contract:Tariff Modernization: Consultancy Services for Tariff Policy Analysis and Formulation of Implementation Plan, Valuation and Scoping Assessment for ASYCUDA/NSW/ARMS-backed software development
Notice Version No:0


Date Notification of Award Issued
(YYYY/MM/DD)
2026/04/09
Duration of Contract

18 Month(s)
Minimum Qualifying Score

75
Awarded Firm(s):
AARC (MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS) LIMITED (IRELAND) (558573)
Country: Ireland

Beneficial Ownership Details
Form Date: 21-APR-26
NameNationalityResidence CountryConditions Met
Patrick CorriganIEIrelandDirectly or indirectly holding 25% or more of the shares
Emma HegartyIEIrelandDirectly or indirectly holding 25% or more of the shares

MAXWELL STAMP LTD. (JOINT VENTURE) (857008)
House#02, Road#119, Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh
Country: Bangladesh

Beneficial Ownership Details
Form Date: 21-APR-26
NameNationalityResidence CountryConditions Met
Syed Nuruddin AhmedBDBangladeshDirectly or indirectly holding 25% or more of the shares

Scores
Technical:90.84
Consultant Specific Experience:9
Methodology:18.36
Key Personnel:53.48
Transfer of Knowledge:5
Participation by Nationals:5
Financial:20
Combined:92.67
Rank:1
Final Evaluation Price
BDT 40128942.00
Signed Contract Price
BDT 49890036.00
Price:
Currency:
Amount:
Bangladeshi Takas (Bangladeshi Takas)
49890036.00
Evaluated Firm(s):
POLICY RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF BANGLADESH (990685)
Country: Bangladesh

Final Evaluation Price
BDT 50577150.00
Price:
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Amount:
SOUTH ASIAN NETWORK ON ECONOMIC MODELING (SANEM) (JOINT VENTURE PARTNER) (990681)
Country: Bangladesh

THE M GROUP, INC. (LEAD FIRM) (990672)
Country: United States

SHARP CONSULTING BANGLADESH LIMITED. (SUB CONSULTANT) (990683)
Country: Bangladesh

Final Evaluation Price
BDT 43908520.00
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Data provenance

This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on April 26, 2026. Last refreshed 94 days ago. Reference: OP00440975. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia – Bangladesh Phase 1 Project

Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia – Bangladesh Phase 1 Project has issued 25 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 3 currently open and 12 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Infrastructure, Transport & Logistics, and Education & Training. All notices are published for Bangladesh. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: September 13, 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 Bangladesh. 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 OP00440975 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to AARC (MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS) LIMITED (IRELAND). The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia – Bangladesh Phase 1 Project in Bangladesh. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

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Key Details

Contract Type
Consulting
Eligibility
Firms / Consortiums
Language
English
Reference
OP00440975

Source

w
world_bank
Official Source

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