Kenya Railways has readvertised a major procurement opportunity under the Kenya Urban Mobility Improvement Project (KUMIP), inviting renewed interest from eligible firms for the supply of 24 Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) air compressors.
The Request for Expression of Interest (EOI), classified under consulting services and firms’ selection, signals the corporation’s renewed push to attract qualified bidders following a prior procurement cycle.
World Bank Procurement Framework Guides Competitive Bidding
According to the notice, the procurement is being conducted under international competitive bidding procedures in line with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers.
The process emphasizes transparency, fairness, and value for money, with evaluation criteria including technical compliance and price competitiveness.
Eligibility Requirements and Submission Guidelines
Eligible bidders are required to demonstrate experience in supplying similar equipment and must meet strict qualification requirements outlined in the tender documents.
The evaluation process will apply a two-stage system, with technical evaluation weighted at 80% and financial evaluation at 20%.
Kenya Railways noted that interested firms can access detailed tender documents through its official website, the Public Procurement Information Portal, and World Bank Group Procurement Notices.
Kenya Railways has also encouraged prospective bidders to submit applications electronically, ensuring compliance with the submission guidelines.
All bids must be delivered to the designated Kenya Railways headquarters in Nairobi by 11th June 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted, and all bids will be opened publicly at the procurement office in the presence of bidders’ representatives who choose to attend.
The tender forms part of broader investments under KUMIP aimed at modernising Kenya’s rail-based urban mobility systems, reducing congestion, and improving commuter experience in major cities.
The project is also expected to enhance capacity within Kenya Railways’ commuter and freight services through upgraded equipment and improved reliability.
Kenya Railways has reiterated its commitment to strengthening procurement integrity and ensuring that all processes adhere to both national regulations and World Bank standards.
