# DESIGN, SUPPLY, IMPLEMENTATION, DEPLOYMENT, AND COMMISSIONING OF A SECURE SERVICE EDGE SOLUTION FOR CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA.

- **Reference:** CBK/048/2026-2027
- **Issuer:** [Central Bank of Kenya](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/central-bank-of-kenya.md)
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Published:** 2026-10-08
- **Closing date:** 2026-11-04 11:30 EAT
- **Briefing:** 2026-10-12 10:30 EAT
- **Sectors:** [IT services](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/J62.md), [Computer and electronic products](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/C26.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**The Central Bank of Kenya invites bids for the design, supply, implementation, deployment and commissioning of a Secure Service Edge (SSE) solution for CBK.** This is an open tender with a pre-bid briefing and allowance for foreign participation under applicable requirements. Submissions are in physical form (no electronic tenders) with a closing date referenced in the tender documents; clarification and addenda may be issued via the CBK/PPIP portals and email. Documents can be downloaded from the CBK website or tenders.go.ke, and clarifications may be sought from supplies@centralbank.go.ke. 

#### Requirements
- Compliance with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015; Declaration of anti-corruption and non-debarment; examination/audit of records as needed.
- Tenderer eligibility: single firm or JV; joint venture must appoint a representative; avoid conflicts of interest.
- Foreign bidders must meet local-content requirement (at least 40% of inputs from national suppliers/contractors).
- Tax compliance certificate (Kenya) and applicable registrations as defined in the tender data.
- Tender security of Kes 50,000; price schedule conformity; Form of Tender, independent tender determination, and related forms.
- Documentation proving eligibility and conformity of the Information System; list of subcontractors for major items; IP/materials disclosures.
- Site visit and pre-bid meeting attendance; submission in hard copy to Green Tender Box No.3; non-electronic submission.

#### How to Apply
- Deadlines: pre-bid/clarification meeting on 12 Oct 2026 (virtual, link upon request per tender doc); closing/hard submission dates appear in the tender notice: 29 Oct 2026 (10:30) per the tender document, with a later metadata deadline of 4 Nov 2026 08:30.
- Submission method: physical submission only; envelopes must be sealed and marked with the tender reference; electronic bidding not permitted.
- Documents to complete/submit: Form of Tender and Price Schedules (Section IV); Tender Security; JV Agreement if applicable; Eligibility and Conformity documents; Subcontractor details; IP/Materials declarations; any additional documents in the TDS.
- Registrations/pre-qualifications: ensure tax clearance; foreign bidders must show 40% local content; registration requirements as per TDS; JV arrangements if formed.
- Briefing session details: pre-bid meeting 12 Oct 2026 (virtual via link to be shared after email request).
- Where to obtain bid documents: download from Central Bank of Kenya website or Tend/Go.ke; for clarifications email supplies@centralbank.go.ke (see ITT/Notice).

## Description

DESIGN, SUPPLY, IMPLEMENTATION, DEPLOYMENT, AND COMMISSIONING OF A SECURE SERVICE EDGE SOLUTION FOR CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA.

DESIGN, SUPPLY, IMPLEMENTATION, DEPLOYMENT, AND COMMISSIONING OF A SECURE SERVICE EDGE SOLUTION FOR CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA.

Venue: CBK HEAD OFFICE

## Documents

- TENDER DOCUMENT
- TENDER NOTICE

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## Published on

- [Kenya PPIP Tenders](https://tenders.go.ke/tender/307954)

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