Cameroon Power Sector Reform Program Contract Awarded to Nodalis for XAF 417.16 Million
25 Oct 2026
The Cameroon Power Sector Reform Program contract has been awarded to Nodalis, a France-based supplier, for XAF 417,155,854 (approximately XAF 417.16 million). The contract is associated with the World Bank and aims to support the power sector reform program in Cameroon.According to the supplied award details, the contract was dated October 19, 2026, and the notice was published on October 21, 2026. The award is linked to Project ID P178136 and procurement notice OP00476518.Key Contract DetailsCountry: CameroonProject: Cameroon Power Sector Reform ProgramPurchaser: World BankWinning company: Nodalis, FranceContract value: XAF 417,155,854Contract date: October 19, 2026Tender reference: CM-MINEE/UCP-PFORR/005Notice number: OP00476518Project ID: P178136Notice publication date: October 21, 2026TOT Reference: 29194383Scope of Work and Project SignificanceThe published award notice describes a consultancy assignment to update Cameroon’s electricity production, transmission and distribution master plan. It also refers to a study forecasting electricity demand available for export.The assignment is expected to support electricity-sector planning by helping assess future demand, generation requirements and transmission and distribution needs.The World Bank’s broader Cameroon Power Sector Reform Program aims to improve the electricity sector’s financial performance and transparency while expanding access to electricity.Procurement Method and Contract DurationThe award notice identifies Quality- and Cost-Based Selection (QCBS) as the procurement method. This approach evaluates technical quality and price when selecting a consultant. The published notice reports a contract duration of eight months.About the Awarding OrganizationThe World Bank supports development programs through financing and technical assistance. In Cameroon, Project P178136 focuses on electricity-sector reform, improved sector performance and expanded electricity access. The Ministry of Water and Energy (MINEE) is identified in World Bank project documentation as the implementing agency.About the Winning CompanyNodalis, based in France, is named as the successful firm in the published contract award notice. The available award information identifies the company as the consultant for this assignment; further details about its specific delivery team and implementation arrangements should be confirmed through official project documentation.Contract Value and Financial NoteThe supplied tender record lists XAF 417,155,854. However, the published award record also lists a signed contract price of EUR 807,357.19, alongside the XAF 417,155,854 final evaluation price. These figures do not appear to represent equivalent amounts at ordinary exchange rates, so the signed contract value and currency should be verified against the official notice before publication.Industry Impact and Business OpportunitiesUpdating the electricity master plan could help Cameroon improve long-term infrastructure planning, identify network investment priorities and evaluate electricity export potential. For energy consultants, engineering firms and transmission and distribution specialists, the award highlights potential opportunities to monitor future power-sector tenders. These are possible implications, not confirmed outcomes of the contract.Key TakeawaysContract winner: Nodalis, France.Project location: Cameroon.Project: Cameroon Power Sector Reform Program.Published award date: October 21, 2026.Contract award date: October 19, 2026.Procurement reference: CM-MINEE/UCP-PFORR/005.Contract duration: Eight months.Main objective: Update the electricity master plan and study exportable electricity demand.Value clarification: The reported XAF evaluation price differs from the listed EUR signed contract price.ConclusionThe award to Nodalis marks a consultancy assignment under Cameroon’s World Bank-supported power sector reform program. Updating the electricity master plan and assessing export demand could inform future decisions on electricity generation, transmission and distribution.Businesses seeking similar opportunities can monitor Cameroon tenders and related energy procurement notices on TendersOnTime.#CameroonTenders #CameroonPowerSector #ContractAward #Nodalis #WorldBankProjects #EnergyTenders #ElectricityInfrastructure #PowerSectorReform #GovernmentContracts #PublicProcurement #EnergyConsultancy #TransmissionAndDistribution #CameroonGovernmentTenders
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Zhonglin International Construction Wins XAF 33.7 Billion Contract for Major Road Rehabilitation in Cameroon’s Far North
31 Oct 2025
Cameroon, 18 August 2025  Zhonglin International Construction Co. Ltd. has been given a significant infrastructure contract by the Cameroonian government through the World Bank-funded Enhancing Connectivity and Resilience in the Far North of Cameroon for Inclusiveness Project (P178207). The project, which is valued at XAF 33,749,376,809, intends to repair the Tchakamari-Kousseri (PK25-PK203) road corridor, which is a vital conduit for humanitarian aid and trade in the Far North. Following the award notification on August 18, 2025, the contract was formally signed.Core Content:The contract reference CM-CELLULE BAD/BM-1012-CW-RFB - was awarded through the Request for Bids (RFB) method and pertains to Lot 3 of the rehabilitation work, namely the corridor's Zigague (PK112.575) to Kabo 2 (PK166) segment. The project is a component of Cameroon's larger initiative to enhance road accessibility, resilience, and economic inclusion in one of the most strategically significant and vulnerable areas of the nation.Zhonglin International Construction will perform extensive civil works to restore and strengthen the road infrastructure during the 30-month contract, which is funded by a combination of IDA loans (IDA-73510, IDA-73520, and IDA-E2090). By linking remote communities to marketplaces, medical facilities, and educational institutions, this project promotes both climate resilience and regional integration.Concerning the Selected Company:With its main office in Yaoundé, Cameroon, and ownership connections to Hong Kong, China, Zhonglin International Construction Co. Ltd. has vast experience working on major civil engineering and construction projects throughout Africa. The company was chosen in large part due to its demonstrated technical prowess and adherence to global environmental and social standards.The beneficial ownership declaration (dated August 25, 2025) states that Mr. Gan Zhong Lin, a citizen of Hong Kong, has direct or indirect control over more than 25% of the company's shares and voting rights.Rival and Turned Down Bidders:Despite their participation in the process, a number of bidders were evaluated and found to be non-responsive. These comprised: JFA Construction (Nigeria) and GPT AA Hatlad Construction Nig Ltd Building Fidelity (Cameroon) Union Enterprise/GPT SammyA Nigeria Limited (Nigeria) Due to their bids' failure to satisfy important compliance or responsiveness requirements outlined in the tender specifications, they were rejected.Importance of the Initiative:The Far North region, which is frequently plagued by inadequate road infrastructure and restricted access to basic services, will greatly benefit economically and humanitarianly from this rehabilitation project. When finished, the upgraded Zigague-Kabo 2 section will speed up travel, improve humanitarian logistics and emergency response, and increase trade between Cameroon and Chad.Particularly in flood-prone areas along the Logone and Chari river corridors, the project is in line with the government's national strategy to improve climate resilience and lessen regional disparities.To sum up:Zhonglin International Construction Co. Ltd. was awarded this XAF 33.7 billion contract, marking yet another significant advancement in Cameroon's northern transport infrastructure. The Enhancing Connectivity and Resilience in the Far North Project is anticipated to support local employment, foster inclusive growth throughout the region, and provide long-term socioeconomic benefits over the course of the next 30 months. Tags: #Cameroon #FarNorthCameroon #InfrastructureDevelopment #RoadRehabilitation #WorldBankProjects #PublicProcurement #ContractAward #TenderResults #ZhonglinConstruction #GovernmentContracts #ProcurementNews #TransportInfrastructure #IDAProjects #AfricanDevelopment
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