Subject: Invitation to Bid – Construction Jowhar Municipality Office
Date: 24 August 2025
Reference: Jowhar 001 – Dowlad Kaab Project
Procuring Entity: MOILG Hirshabelle State, Somalia
Funding: Dowlad Kaab Project 2025
Invitation to Bid (ITB)
The Jowhar District Council invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified companies for the works below. This procurement is financed under the Dowlad Kaab Project 2025.
Lots (you may bid for one, any, or all)
Scope (summary): The scope of work typically encompasses site preparation, foundations and superstructure, roofing, finishes, doors and windows, as well as electrical and plumbing installations. It also includes accessibility features and external works such as paths, ramps, and drainage systems, along with basic furnishings as outlined in the bidding documents, which consist of the Bill of Quantities (BOQ), drawings, and technical specifications.
Availability of Bidding Documents
Bidding Documents are available at the Jowhar District Office at a non-refundable fee of USD 20 per set. An official receipt will be issued. Bidders must attach a copy of the receipt to their bid.
Key Dates (EAT)
Instructions to Bidders (Summary)
Preparation of Bids: You are requested to Bid for the Works by completing, signing and returning:
the Form of Tender
the Bill of Quantity and Drawings.
the documents evidencing your eligibility, as listed below.
Submit hard-copy sealed bids (one original + one copy) clearly marked with the Reference
Bid validity: minimum 7 days from the submission deadline.
Late bids will be rejected.
Eligibility & Required Documents (attach copies)
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Type
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Description
| | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | Certificate of Registration | Issued by Jowhar District Administration (Valid for 2025). | | 2 | Company License | From Ministry of Public Works, Hirshabelle State (valid for 2025). | | 3 | Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC) | From Ministry of Finance, Hirshabelle State (valid 2025). | | 4 | Receipt for Bidding Documents | Proof of payment of USD 20 from Jowhar District (attach copy). | | 5 | Certificates of Completion | Similar projects completed in the past three (3) years (UN/INGO/Government etc.). | | 6 | CV(s) of Key Personnel | Project Engineer (and site supervisor), with academic/registration certificates. | | 7 | Company Profile | Legal status, ownership, organizational structure, and contact details. | | 8 | Priced BoQ | Fully priced BoQ (amount in figures and words), inclusive of all taxes. | | 9 | Signed Form of Tender | Properly signed and stamped by the authorized signatory. | | 10 | Bank Statement | Company bank statement for the last 12 months. | | 12 | Equipment & Capacity | List/ownership/lease of key equipment and logistics available for the works. |
Submission Address
The Procurement Office
Jowhar District Main Office, Hirshabelle State, Somalia
(Submit sealed hard copies by 4:00 PM, 05 September 2025. Opening will follow immediately.)
Hirshabelle, officially Hirshabelle State of Somalia, is a Federal Member State in south-central Somalia. It is bordered by Galmudug state of Somalia to the north, South West State of Somalia and Banadir region to the south, Ethiopia to the west and... Read More
