Development of National Single Window core platform and integration with SOMCAS, SOMLITS and e-Cert
The Federal Government of Somalia's Ministry of Finance has issued a Request for Proposals for the design, supply, configuration, integration, testing, commissioning, operationalization and initial support of the Somalia National Single Window core platform, including its access layer, electronic payment layer and priority system integrations with SOMCAS, SOMLITS and e-Cert. The procurement is funded through World Bank grant financing under the DRIVE project, with payments processed via the Direct Payment disbursement method. It follows international competitive procurement using Rated Criteria under the World Bank's Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, structured as single stage, two envelope bidding. Eligible proposers must meet minimum financial and technical qualification thresholds. A pre-proposal online conference is scheduled for 8 September 2026, and proposals are due by 30 September 2026, with public opening of the original and technical envelopes on the same date. Proposal documents in English are available on request and via a download link, with prior registration required for clarification queries. Proposals must include a Proposal-Securing Declaration, and the successful proposer's beneficial ownership will be disclosed as part of the contract award notice. This is a significant digital trade facilitation infrastructure project for Somalia's public financial and customs systems.
Overview
This notice concerns a tender by the Ministry of Finance of the Federal Government of Somalia for the development of a National Single Window core platform, funded through World Bank grant financing under the DRIVE project. The contract covers the platform's design, supply, configuration, integration, testing, commissioning, operationalization and initial support, including integration with SOMCAS, SOMLITS and e-Cert systems.
Scope of Work
Design, Supply, Configuration, Integration, Testing, Commissioning, Operationalization and Initial Support of the Somalia National Single Window (NSW) Core Platform, Access Layer, Electronic Payment Layer and Priority System Integrations. The procurement process will be conducted through international competitive procurement with Rated Criteria using Request for Proposals (RFP). Bid Type: Single Stage Bidding, Two Envelope with Rated Criteria. A pre-proposal online conference meeting will be held on 08/09/2026 at 11.00am. Proposals must be delivered on or before 30/09/2026. Electronic procurement will not be permitted. The outer Proposal envelopes marked "ORIGINAL PROPOSAL", and the inner envelopes marked "TECHNICAL PART" will be publicly opened at the address given, on 30/09/2026 at 2.00PM.
Requirements & Qualifications
Proposer's Financial Capability: The Proposer shall furnish documentary evidence that it meets the following financial requirement(s): the average Annual Turnover in the last three years 2023, 2024 and 2025 to be not less than USD 2,000,000 (Two Million United States Dollars). Proposer's Experience and Technical Capacity: The Proposer should have successfully completed at least 1 (One) contract for the implementation of a similar trade facilitation System in the last 5 years in the public or private sector; contract worth more than 2,000,000 USD; submit the completion letter/contract. Experience in Developing Countries or Similar Contexts: Proposer should demonstrate experience working in low-resource environments or developing countries with limited infrastructure. The Proposer must provide at least three (3) Client References for similar successfully completed contracts. At least one of the three references shall be the qualifying contract. Details should include the detailed tasks done, country, year, and Client contact details. Evidence of work done should be supported with Completion Certificates or Reference Letters and value of those contracts. Proposer's Legal Requirements: The Proposer shall be legally registered entity in its country of origin. All Proposals must be accompanied by a "Proposal-Securing Declaration" by using the form included in the proposal document.
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