The ONCF has officially launched a call for tenders for the construction of a railway infrastructure linking Selouane to the port of Nador West Med. This strategic project aims to improve the rail connectivity of this booming port, thus consolidating its position as a key platform for maritime trade in the Mediterranean. Estimated at 504 million dirhams including tax, this project is part of efforts to modernize the Moroccan railway network and facilitate trade.
The call for tenders, referenced T054/PLGV, covers a series of large-scale technical and logistical works. The planned operations include earthworks, construction of engineering structures, as well as the rehabilitation of existing infrastructure. The main objective is to guarantee a smooth and efficient connection between Selouane and the port of Nador, while meeting international standards in terms of quality and sustainability.
The provisional deposit has been set at 7.56 million dirhams, and bids will be opened on February 20, 2025. For this project, the ONCF has defined rigorous evaluation criteria, emphasizing the technical experience of the bidders, the quality of human and material resources, as well as the proposed methodology and schedule.
The project includes the construction of essential elements, such as railway bridges, tunnels, and underpasses and overpasses. A major bridge, located at kilometer PK-00+150, represents a major technical challenge and will be a central element of the infrastructure. Bidding companies can propose alternatives for its construction, provided they technically and financially justify their proposals.
Earthworks operations involve taking into account the specific constraints of the site, such as the management of unstable soils and the presence of water. These technical requirements require in-depth expertise and careful planning to ensure the sustainability of the infrastructure.
-As part of this call for tenders, the ONCF grants national preference to Moroccan companies, with a margin of 15% compared to foreign offers. However, proposals whose cost exceeds the budget estimates by more than 20% or falls by 25% will be automatically rejected.
The technical evaluation of offers is rated out of 100 points, and only those achieving a minimum score of 70 points will be financially examined. This rigor guarantees that the selected projects will meet the expected quality and efficiency requirements.
Interested companies must submit their applications through the public procurement platform, thus increasing the transparency and accessibility of the process. Electronic submissions must be validated by certification issued by Barid Al-Maghrib, ensuring the legal and technical compliance of the proposals.
