Togolese Firms Win XOF 1.39 Billion Contract for Agricultural Land Development in Burkina Faso

In an attempt to boost agricultural productivity and climate resilience, the Government of Burkina Faso awarded two Togolese companies, Alternative BTP SA and Société Togolaise de Travaux et de Commerce (STTC) SARL, a contract worth XOF 1,397,805,254 under the World Bank-funded Agriculture Resilience and Competitiveness Project (P167945). The project, which will be awarded through a Request for Bids (RFB) process, will focus on the development of lowland areas in Sindou's Cascades region, a vital agricultural zone in the country.

An outline of the agreement

The construction and rehabilitation projects for the lowland development of the Sindou valley ("aménagement du bas-fond des Pics de Sindou") are covered by the awarded contract, reference number BF-PRECA-268933-CW-RFB. The Agriculture Resilience and Competitiveness Project (PReCA), a larger project in Burkina Faso, aims to increase irrigation, sustainability, and productivity for rural populations impacted by climate variability.

By improving irrigation infrastructure, conserving soil, and managing local water resources, the five-month project, which has a contract value of XOF 1.39 billion, is expected to help local farmers in the long run.

Participating Organisations

Project implementation in Burkina Faso is overseen by the Ministry of Agriculture with support from the International Development Association (IDA) under Credit IDA-64920. The contract was awarded following a competitive procurement process conducted in accordance with World Bank guidelines.

The winning consortium, consisting of Société Togolaise de Travaux et de Commerce (STTC) SARL and Alternative BTP SA, based in Togo, was the most responsive bidder, and their combined evaluated bid price was equal to the final signed contract value. Competing Burkina Faso and Togo companies that failed to meet the bid specifications included COGEB International SA, VISTA Ingeniería & Obra Civil, and ECR BTP Ingénierie.

About the Winning Companies

• Alternative BTP SA is a West African leader in hydrological infrastructure, agricultural development projects, and civil engineering, with its headquarters located in Lomé, Togo.

• A number of regional development projects are supported by STTC SARL (Société Togolaise de Travaux et de Commerce), a company known for its expertise in environmental engineering, irrigation systems, and construction.

Their combined experience is expected to ensure that the Sindou lowland project is completed on time and to a high standard.

Project Significance

The development of the Sindou lowlands is a crucial component of the national effort to increase agricultural competitiveness and resilience. The project will:

• Boost food security and rural income generation.

• Promote sustainable water management and climate-smart agriculture.

• Increase land productivity to strengthen the economic resilience of the Cascades region.

This award demonstrates the increasing integration of West African expertise in agricultural modernisation and public works, and it further strengthens regional cooperation with Togolese engineering companies supporting infrastructure-led development in Burkina Faso.

In conclusion:

The XOF 1.39 billion award to Alternative BTP SA and STTC SARL marks a significant turning point in Burkina Faso's agricultural resilience strategy. As construction begins in the Sindou lowlands, the project is expected to increase productivity, ensure sustainable resource use, and improve livelihoods in line with the World Bank's overarching goal of promoting inclusive and climate-resilient growth throughout Sub-Saharan Africa.

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