The Office Burundais des Recettes (OBR) has announced a National Open Tender for the supply of small equipment and office supplies, with the tender notice published on September 8, 2026. This significant procurement initiative is officially classified as a National Open Tender, inviting broad participation from qualified suppliers. Bids for the tender are scheduled to be opened on September 28, 2026. The procurement is fully financed by the State General Budget for the fiscal year 2026-2027, showing the government's commitment to supporting its operational needs through public funds. Specifically, the market for these supplies is 100% financed by the State General Budget.
Tender Document Details
The tender document is available for consultation during standard business hours at the Commissariat des Services Généraux of the Office Burundais des Recettes (OBR). This office is conveniently located on the 3rd floor at B.P. 3465 Bujumbura, providing easy access for interested parties to review the full specifications and requirements of the tender. Prospective bidders can obtain a physical copy of the full tender document directly from the OBR procurement service, which is situated at Avenue de la Tanzanie, N°936a/A, B.P. 3465 Bujumbura II. This ensures that all potential suppliers have the necessary information to prepare their submissions.
Acquiring the tender document incurs a non-refundable fee of fifty thousand Burundian francs (50,000 FBU). This payment is a standard administrative requirement for participation in public tenders. To complete this step, the specified amount must be deposited into account N° CC10003, which is designated as the Transit Account for Non-fiscal Revenue, at the BANQUE DE LA REPUBLIQUE DU BURUNDI. This structured payment process ensures transparency and proper financial management for the procurement exercise.
Submission and Opening Procedures
All offers for this national tender must be deposited by 9:30 on September 28, 2026. This precise deadline is critical for all prospective suppliers. The Office Burundais des Recettes (OBR) stipulates unequivocally that any offers received after this precise deadline will not be opened, ensuring strict adherence to the submission schedule and maintaining fairness among all participants. This requirement shows the importance of timely delivery for all prospective suppliers, emphasizing the need for careful planning and execution in the bidding process.
The public opening of these offers is scheduled to occur on the same day, September 28, 2026, commencing promptly at 10:00. This public ceremony will take place at the specified OBR location, allowing for observation by bidders and ensuring an open and accountable process. This procedure allows for transparency in the procurement process, a cornerstone of fair public contracting. All submitted offers are mandated to remain valid for a period of 90 days, calculated from the bid submission deadline. This validity period provides the OBR with sufficient time to thoroughly evaluate the proposals, conduct any necessary due diligence, and make an informed decision regarding the selection of a supplier for the essential small equipment and office supplies.
Financial and Guarantee Requirements
The Office Burundais des Recettes (OBR) requires a bid guarantee of three million five hundred thousand Burundian francs (3,500,000 BIF) from all participating bidders. This guarantee serves to ensure the commitment of suppliers throughout the tender process, acting as a safeguard against frivolous bids and ensuring that only serious contenders participate. This financial requirement is a standard component of public procurement tenders, designed to secure the integrity of the bidding and contracting phases by providing a financial commitment from the bidders. It also helps to ensure that the selected bidder will honor their offer and proceed with the contract if awarded.
