Malawi Awards ICT Equipment Supply Contract Under World Bank-Backed Skills Project
31 Jan 2026
IntroductionMalawi has announced a contract award for the supply and delivery of laptops, desktops, and printers under the Skills for a Vibrant Economy Project, a World Bank–financed initiative aimed at strengthening digital capacity in education and training institutions. The contract was awarded to Lomany Enterprises and published on 26 November 2025, following a competitive Request for Bids (RFB) process.Contract DetailsThe award is financed through IDA Credit No. 68910 and was procured using the Request for Bids method.Contract value - MWK 439,037,925.60Duration - 60 daysScope - Supply and delivery of laptops, desktops, and printers (Lot 1)Procuring authority - Ministry of Education, Malawi (Project PMU)Bid reference - MW-MOE-435184-GO-RFBAward notification issued - 22 February 2025The ICT equipment will support teaching, learning, and project implementation activities across beneficiary institutions.Entities Involved and CompetitionThe winning bidder, Lomany Enterprises, based in Lilongwe, submitted the lowest evaluated responsive bid, securing the contract. The tender attracted strong market interest, with evaluated bids submitted by Business Machines Limited, Gestetner Limited, Xerographics Limited, Yosa Limited, Inspiron Technology, and others - most priced higher than the winning offer.Several bidders were declared non-responsive or non-compliant at evaluation, underscoring strict adherence to technical specifications, eligibility criteria, and bidding requirements under World Bank-aligned procurement rules.Significance of the ContractThis awarded tender is a practical step toward improving digital readiness and skills development in Malawi. Timely deployment of ICT equipment is expected to enhance instructional delivery, assessment, and administrative efficiency - key outcomes for workforce competitiveness and inclusive growth.From a procurement standpoint, the results reflect transparent government contracting, value-for-money evaluation, and robust competition-hallmarks of internationally financed government contracts.ConclusionWith a tight 60-day delivery window, Lomany Enterprises is expected to mobilize quickly to meet specifications and timelines. The award adds momentum to Malawi’s pipeline of procurement news and tender results, reinforcing the role of ICT investments in education-focused development programs.#MalawiContractAward #TenderResultsMalawi #GovernmentProcurementMalawi #ICTEquipmentSupply #WorldBankProjectsMalawi #SkillsDevelopment #AwardedTenders #PublicSectorContracts #ProcurementNewsMalawi
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Sri Lanka Awards LKR 49.86 Million Contract for Renovation of Washrooms at BIA Fire Rescue Building
20 Nov 2025
George Steuart Engineering (Pvt) Ltd has been given a LKR 49.86 million renovation contract by Airport & Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Pvt) Ltd to renovate the restrooms at the Fire Rescue Building at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), Katunayake. The contract, which was signed on November 11, 2024, intends to modernise vital infrastructure supporting airport safety operations.Contract Specifics & Work ScopeRenovating the restrooms in the airport's Fire Rescue Building is the main goal of the awarded project, which is categorised under Works. The refurbishment is part of broader infrastructure modernization at BIA, ensuring that frontline aviation safety staff operate in a reliable, hygienic, and well-maintained environment. Contract Title: Renovation of Washrooms at Fire Rescue Building, BIA, Katunayake Contract Value: LKR 49,864,573 Procurement Reference: CE (P&D)/800/Proj.Gen Category: Works Award Reference: AW02459 Procuring Entity & Awarded Contractor The project is commissioned by Airport & Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Pvt) Ltd, the state-owned enterprise responsible for managing Sri Lanka’s international airports and aviation infrastructure.The winning bidder, George Steuart Engineering (Pvt) Ltd, is a reputable engineering and construction company in Sri Lanka, with experience delivering civil works, MEP services, and specialized airport-related infrastructure projects. Their selection reflects proven capability, compliance with technical requirements, and competitive pricing.Significance & Economic Impact While modest in scale, the contract contributes to continuous infrastructure improvement at Sri Lanka’s primary international airport. Upgraded staff facilities at the Fire Rescue Building enhance operational readiness, improve workplace conditions, and support effective emergency response capability - a crucial requirement for an international aviation hub.Economically, the project supports the local construction sector by engaging Sri Lankan contractors, skilled labour, and material suppliers. Such targeted infrastructure investments help stimulate the domestic engineering industry and align with the national goal of strengthening aviation services to boost tourism and logistics growth.Final Thoughts The renovation project marks another step in ongoing modernization efforts at Bandaranaike International Airport. With George Steuart Engineering (Pvt) Ltd now officially contracted, work is expected to progress swiftly, enhancing facility standards for essential emergency response teams and reinforcing Sri Lanka’s commitment to improving aviation infrastructure. Latest Government Tenders and Contract Awards in Sri Lanka - SrilankaTendersSrilankaTenders - Your trusted source for latest government tenders, RFPs, RFQs, and contract awards in Sri Lanka Stay updated with the latest public procurement opportunities and tender notices in Sri Lanka at SrilankaTenders Find all Sri Lanka government tenders, eProcurement updates, and contract award notices on SrilankaTendersExplore live tenders, bids, and procurement opportunities in Sri Lanka with SrilankaTenders - The SrilankaTenders portalSrilankaTenders brings you verified tenders, procurement news, and contract awards from Sri Lanka #SriLanka #BIAKatunayake #AviationInfrastructure #ContractAward #TenderResults #ProcurementNews #AirportDevelopment #ConstructionProjects #GeorgeSteuartEngineering #AirportAndAviationServicesSL #InfrastructureRenovation #FireRescueBuilding #SriLankaTenders
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