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Procurement Information

• Procurement Type: Bidding
• Procurement Method: Open
• Market Type: National
• Envelope Type: two envelop
• Category: Goods

Procuring Entity

Organization: Ethiopian Roads Administration

Important Dates

• Invitation Date: Sep 19, 2026, 9:00 PM
• Submission Deadline: Oct 02, 2026, 10:00 AM
• Opening Schedule: Oct 02, 2026, 11:00 AM
• Clarification Deadline: Sep 25, 2026, 2:00 PM

Eligibility Requirements

Bid Security Forms (Local): Bank_Guarantee, CPO

Bid Security Forms (SME): Letter_from_Small_and_Micro_Enterprise

Bid Security Forms (Foreign): Bank_Guarantee, CPO

Qualification Requirements

• valid excise tax registration certificate

  For procurements of goods and services subject to excise tax, to submit a valid excise tax registration certificate;

  Reference: ITB 35.2

• Warranty

  Bidder has to submit Description of the organization of the warranty offered in accordance with the conditions laid down in GCC Clause 23;

  Reference: ITB 35.4

• Debarment

  Bidder has not been debarred by a decision of the Public Procurement and Property Authority from participating in public procurements for breach of its obligation 

  Reference: ITB 35.2

• Delivery and Completion Schedule

  Bidder has failed to submit dated Delivery and Completion Schedule presented as per template in Section 6, Statement of Requirements

  Reference: ITB 35.4

• financial statements certified by an independent auditor

   Bidder has to submit financial statements certified by an independent auditor as required in ITB Clause 15.2(a) for the period specified.

  Reference: ITB 35.5

• Information about major relevant contracts successfully completed

  Bidder has failed to provide in the Bidder Certification of Compliance Form information about major relevant contracts successfully completed in the number and period specified in the BDS

  Reference: ITB 35.4

• valid tax clearance certificate

  Bidder has to submit a valid tax clearance certificate issued by the tax authority in accordance with ITB Clause 4.6(b)(iii);

  Reference: ITB 35.2

• conflict of interest

  Bidder is found to have a conflict of interest as described in ITB Sub-Clause 4.3

  Reference: ITB 35.2

• valid business license

  Bidder has to submit valid business license indicating the stream of business in which the bidder is engaged in accordance with ITB Clause 4.6(b)(i);

  Reference: ITB 35.2

• Nationality

  Bidder’s have nationality in accordance with ITB Sub-Clause 4.2.

  Reference: ITB 35.2

• VAT registration certificate

  Bidder has to submit VAT registration certificate issued by the tax authority (in case of contract value specified in BDS Clause 4.6(b)(ii)

  Reference: ITB 35.2

• Annual turnover

  The minimum average annual turnover required from the Bidder is ETB 200,000,000 (Two Hundred Million Birr), calculated as total certified payments received for contracts in progress or completed over the last three (3) years.

  Reference: ITB 35.5

• Certificates of satisfactory execution of contracts

   Bidder has to submit Certificates of satisfactory execution of contracts provided by contracting parties to the contracts successfully completed in the period and budget as specified in the BDS Clause 16.3;

  Reference: ITB 35.4

• origin of the Goods and Related Services

  Bidder has failed to provide in the Bid Submission Sheet Form the Statement attesting the origin of the Goods and Related Services offered

  Reference: ITB 35.4

• Disclose bidder information

  If the bidder participating in a Public procurement whether individually or as part of a partnership, consortium, or joint venture disclose at least one of the following,

  (a)   Directly or indirectly holding 10% or more of the shares.

  (b)  Directly or indirectly holding 10% or more of the Voting Rights or

  (c)   Directly or indirectly having the right to appoint a majority of the board of Directors or an equivalent governing body of the consultant or

  (d)Whether a person directly or indirectly exercises significant influence or control over the Company (tendered)

  Reference: ITB 35.2

• other documents proofing its financial standing

  Bidder has to submit other documents proofing its financial standing, as required in the BDS Clause 15.2(b)

  Reference: ITB 35.5

• supplier list

  Bidder has to register itself in the electronic government procurement system as suppliers list (mandatory for all bidders ) in accordance with ITB Clause 4.7

  Reference: ITB 35.2

• Memorandum and Articles of Association

  The officially authenticated Memorandum and Articles of Association (የመመስረቻ ጽሑፍ እና መተዳደሪያ ደንብ) detailing the company’s formation, ownership structure, and operational guidelines.

  Reference: ITB 23.2

• Written Power of Attorney

  A legal document granting the agent the authority to sign contracts and submit bids on behalf of the manufacturer/international company.

  Reference: ITB 24.2 & 23.2(B)(a)

• Anti-Bribery/Corruption Declaration

  A signed declaration confirming the bidder’s commitment to ethical business practices and compliance with anti-bribery and corruption laws.

  Reference: ITB 3.4

• Joint Venture Agreement & Data Form

  The legally binding agreement AND the standard “Form – Data on Joint Venture/Consortium” from Section 4 (Only if participating in a JV).

  Reference: ITB 4.1 & 19.1

• Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Form

  A fully completed form disclosing the identities of all beneficial owners (individuals holding 10% or more shares/voting rights) per ITB 4.9 & Section 4.

  ITB 4.9 & 35.2(j)

  Reference: ITB 4.9 & 35.2(j)

• Margin of Preference Evidence (Optional)

  If claiming local preference, a Value Added Certificate certified by an external auditor, or valid MSE/Women/Disability association support letters.

  Reference: ITB 33 & 35

• Bid Submission Sheet

  The standard signed and stamped Bid Submission Sheet declaring adherence to all terms of the bidding document.

  Reference: ITB 23.2(A)

• Bidder Certification of Compliance

  The standard signed and stamped form proving financial standing, experience, and legal representation.

  Reference: ITB 23.2(B)

• Relevant Professional Practice Certificate

  Professional practice certificate issued by the relevant regulatory body.

  Reference: ITB 4.6(b)(iv) & 23.2(A)(e)

• Manufacturer Authorization Letter

  Original letter authorizing the bidder to supply the specified asphalts and provide warranty support. (For Local Agents, this must include formal facilitation delegation.)

  ITB 5.6 & 23.2(C)

  Reference: ITB 5.6 & 23.2(C),ITB 35.4

• Agency Agreement

  Official agency agreement between the manufacturer and the bidder.

  Reference: ITB 23.2

• Signed & Stamped Technical Compliance Sheet

  Clause-by-clause commentary confirming full compliance with ALL technical specification requirements (including properties: showing no separation, no foam when heated, and homogeneous).

  Reference: ITB 23.2(C)

• Certificate of Origin

  Documentary evidence certifying the country of origin of the goods being offered.

  Reference: ITB 5.5

• Descriptive Technical Literature

  Literature describing the product specification, characteristics, and test results in detail, including references to recognized international standards.

  Reference: ITB 17 & 23.2(C)

• Manufacturer’s Quality and Safety Certifications

  Evidence of valid certifications (e.g., ISO, CE, ASTM, DIN, JIS, TUV, or equivalent) for the offered product. Authenticity is emphasized, requiring certificate numbers and accreditation body addresses.

  Reference: ITB 17

• Signed Delivery and Completion Schedule

  Commitment to the strict timelines specified First 5,000 drums in 15 days, remaining KG in 60 days.

  Reference: ITB 23.2(C)

• Onsite Warranty Letter

  Letter guaranteeing to replace defective parts free of charge (including transport and labor up to ERA warehouse) within twelve (12) months. Must warrant that asphalt is non-recycled, unused, and not more than 6 months old from manufacture date when shipped (per Fundamental Spec Clause 6).

  Reference: GCC 23 & ITB 23.2(C)

• Packing Compliance Certification

  Written guarantee confirming compliance with Fundamental Spec 5: Clean, rust-free steel drums, minimum 0.7 mm thickness, Net Weight 180kg to 220kg. Drums must be marked with description/grade, gross/net weight, manufacturer name, purchaser address, contract no, lot/batch no, and date of packing.

  Reference: GCC 51 & ITB 17

• Certification Letter of Test Result (COA)

  Most recent 3rd party test result attached, certifying compliance with AASHTO M20-70 / ASTM standards. Certificate must indicate test date (must be after floating of this tender). Bidder must commit to accept local testing in Addis Ababa after delivery (per Fundamental Spec 3 & 4).

  Reference: ITB 17

• External Audit Reports

  External Audit Reports (for the last 3 Years) certified by an independent auditor. Note: Financial statements prepared by accounting firms or accountants will not be accepted.

  Reference: ITB 15.2 & 35.5

• Proof of Satisfactory Execution (Specific Experience)

  Certificates of Satisfactory Execution for at least One (1) completed contract for the supply of Asphalt bitumen with a minimum average budgetary size of ETB 100,000,000 within the last three (3) years.

  Reference: ITB 16.3 & 23.2(B)

• Relevant Professional Practice Certificate

  Professional practice certificate issued by the relevant regulatory body.

  Reference: ITB 4.6(b)(iv) & 23.2(A)(e)

• PROPERTIES SAMPLING AND TESTING (Fundamental)

  The entire required asphalt grade designated shall conform to the specification requirements shown in the table and the final confirmation tests will be carried out in locally available certified laboratory in Addis Ababa after delivery.

  Reference: PROPERTIES SAMPLING AND TESTING (Fundamental)

• SPECIFICATION WAIVER

  The right is reserved by the Ethiopian Roads Administration to waive compliance on any of these specifications and make awards based upon its best interests.

  Reference: SPECIFICATION WAIVER

• SCOPE

  It is the intent of these specifications, whether or not specifically mentioned here in, to describe:

  ·        Penetration graded asphalt cement 60-70

  ·        To be used in the high way pavement and treatment of road surfaces.

  Reference: SCOPE

• MANUFACTURE

  The asphalt shall show no separation or curdling prior to use.

  It shall not foam when heated to the application temperature.

  It shall be homogeneous throughout the packing.

  Reference: MANUFACTURE

• MANUFACTURE

  The asphalt cement shall be prepared by the refining of crude petroleum by suitable methods.

  ·        It shall not show separation or curdling prior to use,

  ·        Shall not foam when heated to the application temperature;

  ·        The asphalt shall be homogeneous throughout the packing

  Reference: MANUFACTURE

• Period of Validity of Bids

  The Bid and the prices quoted by the Bidder shall remain valid and open for acceptance for a period of 60 calendar days from the Bid Submission Deadline.

  Reference: Period of Validity of Bids

• Bid Security (200,000 ETB)

  A Bid Security in the amount of 200,000 ETB submitted in the form of an unconditional Bank Guarantee or a CPO. Original hardcopy must be submitted before the deadline.

  Reference: ITB 21.1 & 22.1

• Litigation History & Non-Performance Declaration

  A signed statement confirming no history of contract non-performance, court cases, or project terminations.

  Reference: ITB 4.4 & 23.2

• Stock Availability Demonstration

  Written commitment proving that the bidder is expected to show Five Thousand (5,000) drums initially as readily available in the Bidder’s stock within 3 days after the technical bid opening date.

  Reference: ITB 16.7

• Technical Specification + Technical Offer+ Compliance Sheet

   

  • Bidder has failed to complete its Technical Specification + Technical Offer+ Compliance Sheet Form in accordance with technical specification presented as per template in Section 6, Statement of Requirements .
  • The Public Body reserves the right to undertake physical checking of current Bidder’s technical qualifications and competence (stock).

  Reference: ITB 35.4

Procurement Classification

• 12000000: Chemicals including Bio Chemicals and Gas Materials
• 15000000: Fuels and Fuel Additives and Lubricants and Anti corrosive Materials
• 108000000: Fuel and Lubricant
• 71000000: Mining and oil and gas services

Terms and Conditions