World Bank Awards XOF 3.25 Billion Corridor Contract for West Africa Trade Route
13 Apr 2026
IntroductionA major infrastructure milestone has been reached in West Africa with the award of a new contract under the Lomé–Ouagadougou–Niamey Economic Corridor Project, a strategic regional transport initiative designed to strengthen trade connectivity across the subregion. Backed by the World Bank, the latest contract has been awarded to EGK SARL on March 23, 2026.Contract Details and ScopeThe awarded tender (Notice Ref: TG-TOGO-PCU-508632-CW-RFB, TOT Ref No: 25175605) carries a total contract value of XOF 3,256,209,801 and forms part of Project ID P168386, covering infrastructure improvements along the regional economic corridor linking Togo, Burkina Faso, and Niger.Although listed under Mali in procurement records, the project itself serves the broader Western and Central Africa trade network and is designed to improve cross-border transportation efficiency on one of the region’s most important logistics routes.The scope of the contract is expected to include corridor-related civil works such as:Road rehabilitation and transport infrastructure upgradesTrade corridor connectivity improvementsFreight mobility enhancementsSupporting works for safer and faster cargo transitEntities InvolvedThe procuring authority is the World Bank under its regional development financing framework, supporting economic integration and infrastructure modernization in West Africa.The awarded contractor, EGK SARL, is the selected executing firm responsible for delivering the assigned works package under the corridor modernization program.Strategic and Regional ImportanceThe Lomé-Ouagadougou-Niamey corridor is one of West Africa’s most critical trade arteries, connecting ports, inland markets, and landlocked economies. This awarded tender is expected to:Improve trade flow between coastal and inland nationsReduce transport time and logistics costsStrengthen regional economic integrationEnhance freight reliability across bordersThe corridor plays a vital role in facilitating imports and exports for countries dependent on efficient road transport links.Economic ImpactThis government-backed infrastructure contract is expected to generate significant regional economic benefits, including:Increased cross-border commercial activityBetter market access for producers and tradersJob creation during construction and maintenance phasesEnhanced competitiveness of regional supply chainsSuch awarded tenders are central to unlocking long-term growth across West Africa.Technical and Procurement InsightsThe contract was awarded under a Request for Bids (RFB) procurement method, ensuring competitive selection and compliance with World Bank procurement standards.Infrastructure corridor projects of this scale typically require strict technical oversight, quality engineering standards, and coordinated execution across multiple jurisdictions.ConclusionThe XOF 3.25 billion contract award marks another major step in advancing West Africa’s regional transport integration agenda. As implementation progresses, the Lomé-Ouagadougou-Niamey Economic Corridor is expected to become faster, safer, and more efficient for trade movement.This procurement reinforces the World Bank’s continued commitment to strengthening regional infrastructure and economic resilience across Africa.#West Africa corridor project, #Contract award, #Lomé Ouagadougou Niamey corridor, #Mali tenders, #EGK SARL, #transport infrastructure, #regional trade corridor West Africa, #government contracts Africa, #procurement news, #awarded tenders West Africa
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CCB SARL and TOUJA SAS Win XOF 2.63 Billion Contract for Bamako Urban Resilience Project
13 Nov 2025
Under the Bamako Urban Resilience Project (P171658), COMPTOIR COMMERCIAL BAMAKO (CCB SARL) of Mali and TOUJA SAS of France were given a joint contract worth XOF 2,632,658,650 by the Société Malienne de Patrimoine de l'Eau Potable (SOMAPEP).Lot No. is covered by the contract, which was awarded via an international Request for Bids (RFB) procedure. 1. Building a pumping station and ground-level reservoir in Sotuba. The 17-month agreement is funded by World Bank IDA Credits 72230 and 72240.Bamako's Urban Water Resilience ImprovementThe Bamako Urban Resilience Project seeks to increase access to clean drinking water, enhance water management, and fortify the capital's ability to withstand flooding.For thousands of people living in the quickly expanding metropolitan area, the Sotuba reservoir and pumping station will be essential to maintaining water pressure and enhancing distribution effectiveness.Scope of Contract and Winning ConsortiumTogether, the contract was given to: Located in Bamako, Mali, COMPTOIR COMMERCIAL BAMAKO (CCB SARL) Located in Valence-sur-Baïse, France, TOUJA SAS Both companies offer complementary skills in hydraulic infrastructure and civil works, guaranteeing local execution capability combined with cutting-edge engineering knowledge.Rejected Bidders and Competitive TendersNumerous regional and foreign bidders participated in the tender process.EMY Building (Mali) and Renaissance Travaux Publics (Côte d'Ivoire) were rejected for failing to meet eligibility and compliance requirements, while the Consortium d'Entreprises (CDE) of Senegal submitted a higher evaluated bid of XOF 3.84 billion.Assisting Mali's Objectives for Resilient InfrastructureThis award is a significant step in Mali's larger efforts to improve climate resilience and modernise urban infrastructure, especially in Bamako, where water systems have been strained by rapid urbanisation. The project supports effective water resource management and sustainable city planning, which is in line with the World Bank's urban resilience framework for the Sahel.Latest Government Tenders and Contract Awards in Mali - MaliTendersMaliTenders - Your trusted source for latest government tenders, RFPs, RFQs, and contract awards in Mali Stay updated with the latest public procurement opportunities and tender notices in Mali at MaliTenders Find all Mali government tenders, eProcurement updates, and contract award notices on MaliTendersExplore live tenders, bids, and procurement opportunities in Mali with MaliTenders - The MaliTenders portalMaliTenders brings you verified tenders, procurement news, and contract awards from Mali #Mali #BamakoUrbanResilienceProject #WorldBankProjects #InfrastructureDevelopment #WaterSupply #UrbanResilience #SOMAPEP #CCBSARL #TOUJASAS #PublicProcurement #ClimateResilience #SustainableDevelopment #ConstructionProjects #IDA #WestAfricaDevelopment #Bamako #WaterInfrastructure #UrbanDevelopment
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