Rehabilitation Works of the Bujumbura - Gitaza Road Section (RN3) 25 Km (including fiber optic installation) and rehabilitation with consideration of a TNM over 4 km and fiber optic installation along Mwambutsa and Ndadaye Melchior Boulevards

The tender pertains to the rehabilitation of the Bujumbura - Gitaza road section (RN3) spanning 25 kilometers, which includes the installation of fiber optic cables. Additionally, it involves the rehabilitation of a 4-kilometer section with the integration of a TNM (National Transport Model) and the installation of fiber optic along the Mwambutsa and Ndadaye Melchior boulevards. This project is part of the Burundi Transport Resilience Project, aimed at enhancing the transport infrastructure within the region. The procurement method employed is a Request for Bids (RFB), with the reference number BI-MIELS-PIU-427947-CW-RFB. Five companies submitted their technical and financial offers, with the China First Highway Engineering Company (CFHEC) being awarded the contract despite one company, CCECC, being disqualified for non-compliance with procurement regulations. The awarded contract has a duration of 24 months and a total signed contract price of approximately USD 47,243,518.04. The evaluation process considered various bidders, including SOGEA SATOM from France and STECOL CORPORATION from China, among others. The project is significant for improving transport resilience in Burundi, contributing to economic development and connectivity.

This is a works contract in the construction and civil works, transport and logistics and finance and banking sectors, with a focus on Roads, Rehabilitation and Road Transport. Located in Burundi, 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 civil works in the construction and civil works 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. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.