Procurement of Services for Safer Roads Construction — Mozambique Socio-Economic Integration Program

EARLY MARKET ENGAGEMENT NOTICE

Republic of Mozambique – World Bank–Financed Transport Portfolio

Strategic Context and Scale

The Government of the Republic of Mozambique, through the Ministry of Transport and Logistics and its implementing agencies, is advancing a multiyear transport investment program supported by the International Development Association of the World Bank.

The current active and pipeline portfolio exceeds US$0.9 billion and spans national and regional road corridors, urban mobility systems, feeder roads, logistics infrastructure, institutional reform, and digital transport systems. Additional operations are under preparation.

Over the next 12 to 24 months, and beyond, the Government anticipates a sequenced pipeline of procurement packages under open international competition. The objective is to structure contracts in a manner that strengthens competition, attracts experienced international and regional firms, and delivers value for money while enhancing long-term sector capacity.

All tenders will be conducted in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers and applicable national arrangements.

This engagement forms part of a deliberate effort to provide early visibility to the market and to design procurement approaches that are commercially viable, competitive, and responsive to market realities.

Purpose of the Early Market Engagement

This Early Market Engagement seeks to:

• Present the strategic direction, scope, and sequencing of upcoming procurement opportunities across the transport portfolio

• Share indicative procurement approaches, including potential use of Design-Build Contracting models

• Gather structured market feedback on contract packaging, risk allocation, performance indicators, and implementation timelines

• Assess market appetite and capacity for large-scale corridor rehabilitation, climate-resilient infrastructure, and digital transport systems

• Identify potential supply-chain constraints and mobilization considerations

• Strengthen transparency and broaden international participation

Feedback received will inform final packaging strategies, procurement methods, and risk allocation frameworks.

This session is consultative in nature and is intended to enhance quality and competitiveness in future bidding processes.

Overview of the IDA‑Financed Transport Portfolio

Mozambique’s current IDA-financed transport portfolio is structured around four flagship investment operations, summarized below:

• Safer Roads for Socio Economic Integration Program – Phase 1 (SRSEI)

US$ 400 million – Rehabilitation and upgrading of strategic road sections along the North–South corridor, with a strong focus on road safety and climate resilience.

• Maputo Metropolitan Area Urban Mobility Project (MOVE Maputo / MMAUMP – P175322)

US$ 250 million – Improving mobility and accessibility in the Maputo Metropolitan Area through mass transit corridors, urban road improvements, public transport systems, and digital solutions.

• Climate Resilient Roads for the North Project (CRRN) US$ 125 million – Strengthening climate resilience of road infrastructure and safe access in the northern provinces.

• Transport Corridors for Economic Resilience – Mozambique (TRACER SOP2 – P510427)

US$ 123.3 million – Improving regional trade and transport connectivity, logistics efficiency, and road safety along the Nacala Corridor.

Indicative Procurement Categories

• Civil Works

• Rehabilitation and upgrading of national and regional road corridors

• Climate-resilient drainage, structures, and flood protection works

• Urban mobility corridor infrastructure

• Design-Build contracts

• Goods

• Public transport rolling stock and associated equipment

• Heavy construction equipment

• Road safety and traffic management systems

• ICT and digital systems supporting transport operations

• Consulting Services

• Feasibility studies and detailed engineering design

• Construction supervision

• Environmental and social assessments and monitoring

• Road safety audits

• Institutional strengthening and sector reform support

• Digital Systems and Intelligent Transport Systems

• Passenger information and public transport management systems

• Traffic management and enforcement systems

• Logistics and corridor performance platforms

The scope, sequencing, and packaging of these contracts remain under refinement and will benefit from market feedback.

Indicative Timeline

Subject to project readiness and financing effectiveness, the Government anticipates issuing the first wave of Requests for Proposals and Requests for Bids within the next procurement cycle.

Contract awards are expected to follow in phases within the next 12 to 24 months.

Further updates will be provided during the engagement session.

Market Engagement Session

Interested firms are invited to participate in a virtual Global Market Engagement 2026.

The session will be chaired by His Excellency the Minister of Transport and Logistics of the Republic of Mozambique, Mr. João Matlombe, reaffirming the Government’s commitment to transparency, competitiveness, and strategic partnership with the international market.

Proposed Agenda

• Strategic Overview of Mozambique’s Transport Investment Program

• Presentation of Upcoming Procurement Pipeline

• Procurement Framework and Contracting Approaches

• Environmental and Social Requirements

• Company registration, conctruction licensing, and other legal and tax requirements

• Interactive Question and Answer Session

Event Details

Date: 05 March 2026

Time: 15:00 Maputo/CAT time (UCT + 2)

Format: Virtual

Language: English

ZOOM MEETING

Topic: Mozambique Transport Portfolio | Global Market Engagement 2026

Time: Mar 5, 2026 03:00 PM Johannesburg

Join Zoom Meeting

https://zoom.us/j/96070469210?pwd=gu9biMQTDiqPCimHVnIrFbTQDaqE48.1

Meeting ID: 960 7046 9210

Passcode: 144108

Registration

Interested participants are requested to complete the registration form at:

Mozambique Transport Portfolio | Global Market Engagement 2026 | Registration Form

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11fdYEsujgVd7PPwOMi92ISnUwRydpiYNURE9Hmpb9Cs/edit

Participants are encouraged to submit written questions in advance through the registration form to enable structured responses during the session.

Disclaimer

This Early Market Engagement is conducted for consultation and information-gathering purposes only. It does not constitute prequalification, selection, shortlisting, or any form of preferential treatment.

Participation does not create any financial or legal obligation on the part of the Government of Mozambique or the World Bank, nor does it confer any advantage in subsequent procurement processes.

All future procurements will be carried out in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Regulations and applicable national requirements.