The Ministry of Justice has officially launched a national open tender, specifically identified as Avis d’Appel d’Offres Ouvert National N O 550/225/CAB/2026, for the full rehabilitation of the Butaganzwa Residence Tribunal. This significant tender announcement was publicly issued on July 21, 2026, signaling the government's intent to solicit bids for the key construction project situated in Butaganzwa, Burundi. The entirety of the market for these rehabilitation works is to be financed by funds allocated from the General State Budget for the fiscal year 2026 – 2027, showing the project's importance within the national budget.
Tender Details and Requirements
The Ministry of Justice has meticulously specified that the procurement process for this vital project will strictly adhere to the National Open Tender method, a procedure established and defined in accordance with Article 62 of the Public Procurement Code of BURUNDI. This method ensures transparency and broad participation. Prospective bidders are explicitly required to ensure their submissions are clearly labeled with the precise mention: 'Offre pour travaux de réhabilitation de Résidence de BUTAGANZWA relative au marché N O 550/225/CAB/2026'. This specific labeling is critical for the proper identification, categorization, and efficient processing of all submitted proposals by the Ministry.
Participation in this national open tender is inclusive, extending eligibility to both natural and legal persons, provided they possess the requisite administrative, technical, and financial capacities necessary to undertake such a project. Interested parties eager to participate can acquire the full Dossier d’Appel d’Offres, which contains all the detailed specifications and requirements. This document is available for a non-refundable fee of fifty thousand Burundian francs (50,000 FBU). The payment for this tender document must be made directly to sub-account CC10003, which is maintained at the Banque de la République du Burundi. To demonstrate the seriousness and commitment of each bid, a submission guarantee of one million Burundian francs (1,000,000 Fbu) is mandatory and must accompany all submitted offers. This guarantee serves as an assurance of the bidder's intent and capacity.
Timeline and Submission Process
The submission window for offers pertaining to the rehabilitation project is clearly defined. All offers must be submitted in a sealed envelope directly to the Cabinet of the Minister of Justice. The absolute deadline for these submissions is August 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time. Punctuality is critical, as submissions received after this time will not be considered. Following the submission deadline, the formal opening of these offers will take place on the very same day, August 11, 2026, commencing promptly at 10:30 AM. This public opening event will be held in the designated meeting room of the Cabinet of the Minister of Justice, ensuring transparency in the bidding process.
Prospective bidders are encouraged to consult the Dossier d’Appel d’Offres to gain a full understanding of the project's scope and requirements. This essential document is available for consultation daily at the Ministry of Justice, with access hours from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM local time. To provide bidders with a direct understanding of the site conditions, an optional site visit has been meticulously scheduled for August 4, 2026. This visit will commence at 2:00 PM local time and will take place directly at the Tribunal de Résidence de BUTAGANZWA, allowing potential contractors to assess the current state of the premises. Bidders are legally bound by their submitted offers for a substantial period of 90 calendar days, with this duration calculated from the stipulated deadline for the submission of offers, providing a stable evaluation period for the Ministry.
Project Scope and Duration
The primary objective of this tender is the rehabilitation works for the Tribunal de Résidence de BUTAGANZWA. The Ministry of Justice has clearly structured the tender, specifying that the market for these works consists of a single, full lot. This means that the entire scope of the rehabilitation will be awarded to one successful bidder, streamlining project management. According to the detailed tender documents, the execution of all specified works is to be completed within a maximum period of two (2) calendar months. This concise timeframe shows the project's defined schedule for the necessary renovations, noting the Ministry's expectation for efficient completion of the Tribunal de Résidence de BUTAGANZWA's rehabilitation.
