INVITATION TO TENDER FOR INSTALLATION OF 100 SOLAR STREETLIGHTS IN BUURSALAH (35), BURTINLE (40) AND HEMA (25) IN PUNTLAND

OPEN TENDER FOR INSTALLATION OF 100 SOLAR STREETLIGHTS IN BUURSALAH (35),
BURTINLE (40) AND HEMA (25) IN PUNTLAND
DATE: 26-07-2026
Reference No: PNTB20/2026
NIS is looking for qualified contractor to undertake undertake installation of 100 solar
streetlights in the above-mentioned three locations in Puntland. All interested
contractors are requested to submit their bids/applications together with below listed
support documentations and other requirements for consideration:

1. Licences/Registrations: The company shall submit the following documentations:
   ✓ Valid registration/operating license/permits from Ministry of Public Works,
   Puntland.
   ✓ Valid registration/operating license/permits from Ministry of Commerce,
   Puntland.
   ✓ Valid registration/operating license/permits from Puntland Tender Board.
   ✓ Valid tax compliance certificate from Ministry of Finance, Puntland.
   Note 1: All submitted registrations/licences will be shared with the relevant
   authorities for verification and clearance. Those who fail to submit a valid
   registration/license will not be considered in the bid’s evaluation analysis.
   ✓ Statement of ownership: The company shall submit a signed public notary
   document stating the ownership of the company including a list of full names, positions
   held and contact details: telephone number and email address and # of shares held.
2. Similar or relevant work experience: The bidder shall fill in the below table with
   details of three similar contracts previously implemented which are related to
   installation and maintenance of solar streetlights and/or other solar PV systems with
   monetary value of USD 15,000 to USD 30,000 each or above funded by International
   Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs) and/or UN agencies. The bidder shall only
   submit those relevant contracts implemented within the last (7) years. Contracts with
   value below USD 15,000 will not be considered in the NIS bid evaluation matrix.
   ▪ KINDLY ATTACH ONLY 3 RESPECTIVE CONTRACTS.
   ▪ ONLY THE 3 CONTRACTS LISTED IN THE BELOW TABLE WILL BE EVALUATED,
   IF YOU SEND MORE THAN 3 CONTRACTS, NIS WILL CHOOSE THE FIRST
   THREE TOP IN THE LIST.
   ▪ BIDDERS WHO DO NOT FILL THE BELOW TABLE WILL NOT BE EVALUATED.
   Note2: Fake contracts will lead to automatic disqualification as NIS will do
   reference checking with the implementing agencies.

2. Human and material resources: Possess necessary resources, and ability to mobilize
such a resource at short notice to undertake project works (Please attach CVs of at
least one electrical Engineer and one solar technician).
3. Company Finances: presents a dully signed statement/declaration confirming that
the company is financially in good position and able to pre-finance project works as
this is necessary.

All interested contractors/suppliers are requested to send electronically all the above
support documents/requirements to NIS Foundation latest by 8
th August 2026 before
11:59PM (Local time) through this email: procurement.somalia@nis-foundation.org.
The subject of your application email Shall be named as per advertisement title
“INSTALLATION OF 100 SOLAR STREETLIGHTS IN BUURSALAH (35), BURTINLE (40) AND
HEMA (25) IN PUNTLAND”.
Any enquiries or questions may be addressed to NIS Foundation through the abovementioned email.
NB: OFFERS WILL BE REJECTED IF ANY ILLEGAL OR CORRUPT PRACTISES HAVE TAKEN
PLACE IN CONNECTION WITH THE AWARD.
NB: NIS Foundation promotes equal opportunities for all and welcomes applications
from all sections and members of society regardless of their age, gender, group
membership, political and/or clan affiliation. Qualified bidders/contractors owned by
women are particularly encouraged to apply.