TENDERUpdated 19 days ago

Civil Works: Rural Digital Infrastructure and Connectivity Hubs

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Key Information
Buyer
World Bank Group
Status
Closed
Deadline
May 10, 2026
Category
Works
Budget
USD 1,200,000
Reference
RFxNow-2021553
Method
Open Tender
Language
English
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Scope of Work

Implementation of the Digital Strengthening Project (Phase 1). Scope includes: 1. Civil works for the construction of 12 regional Digital Innovation Hubs (pre-fabricated modular units with solar power systems). 2. Installation of last-mile fiber optic links and VSAT backup systems for 50 rural health centers. 3. Training of 24 local maintenance technicians on solar-ICT maintenance. 4. Provision of basic hardware (300 tablets and 50 charging stations) across selected communities in the Central African Republic.

Requirements & Qualifications

1. Registered construction or ICT infrastructure firm with valid operating license. 2. Experience: Minimum 2 projects of similar complexity in fragile or conflict-affected environments. 3. Capability: Ability to mobilize equipment and personnel in rural CAR within 30 days of award. 4. Compliance: Strict adherence to World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF). 5. Security: Firm must provide a detailed security and logistics plan for field operations.