DEADLINE: 10TH AUGUST, 2026
NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
P.M.B. 5025, AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA
OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR | DIRECTORATE OF PROCUREMENT
INVITATION FOR PRE-QUALIFICATION, EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) AND TENDER FOR THE YEAR 2025 TETFUND SPECIAL HIGH IMPACT PROJECT (SHIP) AND PROCUREMENT OF OPERATIONAL VEHICLES
1. INTRODUCTION
In absolute compliance with the statutory provisions of the Public Procurement Act (PPA) 2007, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, hereby issues this public procurement notice to competent, experienced, and reputable Contractors, Consultants/Service Providers, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and Authorized Vehicle Distributors for the execution of projects under THE YEAR 2025 TETFUND SPECIAL HIGH IMPACT PROJECT (SHIP) allocation and operational vehicle procurements.
1. SCOPE OF WORKS, GOODS AND CONSULTANCY SERVICES (LOT DESCRIPTION)
CATEGORY A: WORKS & GOODS (YEAR 2025 TETFUND SHIP INTERVENTION – PRE-QUALIFICATION)
| Lot No. | Project Description | Procurement Method |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Proposed Construction of a Medical Library Building at Okefia Nnewi Campus of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State. | Pre-qualification (2 Weeks Window) |
| 2 | Proposed Construction of a Library at the Faculty of Medicine, Akwansiri Nnewi Campus of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State. | Pre-qualification (2 Weeks Window) |
| 3 | Proposed Remodeling/Upgrading of the Medical Centre/Office of the Provost at the College of Health Sciences, Okefia Nnewi Campus of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State. | Pre-qualification (2 Weeks Window) |
| 4 | Proposed Remodeling/Upgrading of the Department of Nursing Science at Okefia Nnewi Campus of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State. | Pre-qualification (2 Weeks Window) |
| 5 | Procurement, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Laboratory Equipment and Furniture for Dentistry, Nursing and Medicine, College of Health Sciences, Okefia Nnewi Campus of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State. | Pre-qualification (2 Weeks Window) |
CATEGORY B: CONSULTANCY SERVICES (EXPRESSION OF INTEREST – EOI)
Lot No. Project Description Procurement Method 6 Consultancy Services for the Proposed Construction of a Medical Library Building at Okefia Nnewi Campus of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State. Expression of Interest (EOI) 7 Consultancy Services for the Proposed Construction of a Library at the Faculty of Medicine, Akwansiri Nnewi Campus of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State. Expression of Interest (EOI) 8 Consultancy Services for the Proposed Remodeling/Upgrading of the Medical Centre/Office of the Provost at the College of Health Sciences, Okefia Nnewi Campus of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State. Expression of Interest (EOI) 9 Consultancy Services for the Proposed Remodeling/Upgrading of the Department of Nursing Science at Okefia Nnewi Campus of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State. Expression of Interest (EOI)
CATEGORY C: OPERATIONAL & UTILITY VEHICLES (TWO-ENVELOPE TENDERING)
Lot No. Project Description Procurement Method 10 Supply of 1 Unit Mini-Size Operational SUV: Seating Capacity: Minimum 7 passengers; Engine: 4-Cylinder (Minimum 160 hp, 340 Nm torque); Automatic transmission; Intelligent 4WD or equivalent; Minimum 6 airbags; Leather upholstery; Navigation camera and parking sensors; Dual-zone climate control; Minimum 5-year warranty. Two-Envelope Method (Technical & Financial) 11 Supply of 1 Unit Premium Full-Size SUV: Seating Capacity: Minimum 7 passengers; Engine: 3.5L–4.5L Twin Turbo Diesel or Petrol V6 (Minimum 300 hp, 600 Nm torque); 10-speed automatic transmission; Permanent 4WD; Minimum ground clearance of 230 mm; Minimum wheelbase of 2,850 mm; Minimum 8 airbags; 20-inch alloy wheels with all-terrain radar tyres; 360-degree camera; Four-zone automatic climate control; Premium leather seats (electrically adjustable with memory); Minimum 5-year or 150,000 km warranty. Two-Envelope Method (Technical & Financial) 12 Supply of 2 Units Electric Vehicle (EV) Cars: 4-seater passenger cars; Electric power steering; Front airbags; Fully air-conditioned; Power windows; Integrated multimedia system; Automated/electric rear-view mirrors; Remote control locking with sensor. Two-Envelope Method (Technical & Financial)
2. STATUTORY ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS (MANDATORY NON-SCOREABLE)
- Evidence of Certificate of Incorporation issued by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) including Form CAC 1.1 or CAC 2 & CAC 7.
- Evidence of Company’s Income Tax Clearance Certificate for the last three (3) years (2023, 2024, and 2025) valid till 31st December 2026.
- Evidence of Pension Compliance Certificate valid till 31st December 2026 issued by PENCOM.
- Evidence of Industrial Training Fund (ITF) Compliance Certificate valid till 31st December 2026.
- Evidence of Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) Clearance Certificate valid till 31st December 2026.
- Evidence of Registration on National Database of Federal Contractors, Consultants and Service Providers by submission of Interim Registration Report (IRR) expiring on 31st December 2026 issued by Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP).
- Sworn Affidavit deposed before a Court of competent jurisdiction confirming that:
- The company is not in receivership, insolvent, or bankrupt.
- None of the Directors has been convicted in any country for financial fraud or misrepresentation;
- No officer of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, TETFund, or BPP is a former or present Director/Shareholder or has any pecuniary interest in the bidder;
- All information presented in the bid is true and correct in all particulars.
- Company’s Audited Accounts for the last three (3) years (2023, 2024, 2025) stamped and signed by a licensed Chartered Accountant.
- CRITICAL FINANCIAL TURNOVER REQUIREMENT FOR SHIP WORKS & GOODS (LOTS 1 –
5): Bidders for Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 MUST demonstrate an Average Annual Turnover of at least N1,000,000,000.00 (One Billion Naira) only as reflected in the Audited Financial Statements of the last three years.
- Company Profile with detailed Curriculum Vitae of key technical and managerial staff including academic and professional qualifications (e.g. COREN, QSRBN, CORBON, ARCON for Works; relevant professional bodies for Consultancy Lots 6–9).
- Verifiable documentary evidence of at least three (3) similar projects executed in the last five (5) years including Award Letters, Valuation Certificates, Completion Certificates, and Photographs.
- For Goods (Lot 5) & Vehicles (Lots 10, 11 & 12): Evidence of Manufacturer’s Authorization Certificate (MAF) or Dealership Authorization Certificate from Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).
- For Electric Vehicle (Lot 12): Evidence of technical partnership/support for local EV charging infrastructure, battery maintenance, and spare parts supply.
4. COLLECTION OF TENDER DOCUMENTS (LOTS 10 – 12)
Standard Bidding Documents (SBD) for Vehicles (Lots 10, 11, and 12) are to be collected from the Office of the Director of Procurement, 2nd Floor, Administrative Block A, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, upon presentation of evidence of payment of a non-refundable Tender Fee of N10,000.00 (Ten Thousand Naira) per Lot, paid via Remita in favor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (RRR Code-025300100100). Note: No tender fee is payable for the initial Pre-qualification stage (Lots 1 – 5) or Expression of Interest stage (Lots 6 – 9).
5. SUBMISSION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINES
- CATEGORY A: PRE-QUALIFICATION SUBMISSION (LOTS 1 – 5): Submit two (2) hard copies (One Original & One Copy) of Pre-qualification Documents in a sealed envelope clearly labeled “PRE-QUALIFICATION FOR TETFUND SHIP 2025 – LOT [NO. & TITLE]”. DEADLINE: 12:00 Noon on Monday, 10th August, 2026.
- CATEGORY B: EXPRESSION OF INTEREST SUBMISSION (LOTS 6 – 9): Submit two (2) hard copies (One Original & One Copy) of EOI Documents in a sealed envelope clearly labeled “EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR CONSULTANCY SERVICES – LOT [NO. & TITLE]”. DEADLINE: 12:00 Noon on Monday, 10th August, 2026.
- CATEGORY C: TWO-ENVELOPE TENDER SUBMISSION (LOTS 10 – 12): Submit Technical and Financial Bids in two separate inner envelopes, enclosed in one outer envelope clearly labeled “TECHNICAL & FINANCIAL BID FOR VEHICLES – LOT [NO. & TITLE]”. DEADLINE: 12:00 Noon on Monday, 24th August, 2026.
- Submission Address: The Vice-Chancellor, Attention: Director of Procurement, Directorate of Procurement, 2nd Floor, Administrative Block A, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, P.M.B. 5025, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.
6. OPENING OF SUBMISSIONS
Pre-qualification Documents (Lots 1 – 5) and Expression of Interest Documents (Lots 6 – 9) will be opened publicly at 12:00 Noon on Monday, 10th August, 2026 in the University Council Chambers. Technical Bids for Vehicles (Lots 10 – 12) will be opened publicly at 12:00 Noon on Monday, 24th August, 2026 in the University Council Chambers. Financial Bids for Lots 10 – 12 will remain sealed until technical evaluations are concluded.
7. GENERAL INFORMATION
- Bids delivered after the deadline will be returned unopened.
- Bidders should not bid for more than two (2) Lots across all categories.
- This advertisement shall not be construed as a commitment on the part of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, to award a contract.
Signed:
THE VICE-CHANCELLOR
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State.
