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• Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) – Land Acquisition for Bus Depot

KCCA is inviting bids for the procurement of land outside the Northern or Southern By-Pass Corridor for construction of a major bus depot. Interested bidders should submit sealed bids before 12th December 2025. �

Kampala Capital City Authority

• East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) – Tender Notices

Expressions of Interest (EOIs) and supply tenders are currently open for services including health, safety & environment equipment, water supply systems, waste management services, and fire alarm systems across Uganda and Tanzania. �

EACOP

• Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC)

Open tender inviting joint venture proposals for petroleum exploration and production in the Kasuruban Contract Area (application deadlines are listed in current tender portals). �

Monitor

• Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) Uganda Project

The Ugandan government has awarded the EPC contract for the 273 km Malaba–Kampala railway section to a Turkish engineering firm. Heavy equipment is being positioned in-country ahead of early construction works, marking a major boost for regional transport infrastructure. �

The EastAfrican

• Kabwoya–Buhuka Road Upgrade

This critical road project — key for Uganda’s oil sector — is under bitumen upgrade with China Railway Seventh Group appointed as the EPC contractor. The contract (~US$71M) is being executed by the Ugandan government.

• Major Water & Sanitation Investments

Large water infrastructure projects, like the Masaka–Mbarara Water Supply and Sanitation Project, are ongoing to improve clean water access for hundreds of thousands of residents in southwestern Uganda. �

Wikipedia

• Akii Bua Stadium Construction

A new multi-purpose sports arena in Lira City valued at ~UGX 470 billion (~US$129 million) is under construction, poised to serve events such as the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. �

Wikipedia

 

 Uganda’s Gold Sector Surges

Uganda’s gold industry continues to expand — with gold export earnings hitting a record ~US$5.8 billion in the year to November 2025, positioning minerals like gold at the forefront of Uganda’s export economy. �

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• E&P & Azumah Resources Procurement Contract

A US$37.5 million supply agreement was signed between Azumah Resources and FLSmidth to procure key mining and processing equipment, accelerating Ghana gold projects with delivery slated through 2026.

• Newmont’s Procurement Excellence in Africa

Global miner Newmont was recognized for leadership in procurement and supply chain excellence, winning multiple awards for sustainable supply practices across the continent.

• First Quantum Minerals (FQM) Local Procurement Strategy

FQM announced a US$1.6 billion commitment to local procurement in Zambia, boosting local supplier participation and capacity building in the mining sector. �

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Active & Upcoming Tenders

 Kampala Capital City Authority – Land for Bus Depot

Bid closing: 12th December 2025 — purchase/tender details on the KCCA portal. �

Kampala Capital City Authority

 EACOP Ltd – Various Expressions of Interest

Multiple EOIs open for services and supplies in Uganda & Tanzania. �

EACOP

 UNOC & Other Public Sector Tenders

Watch national newspapers and dedicated portals for ongoing tenders in oil, infrastructure, and services. �

Monitor

 Tip: Regularly check national and regional e-procurement portals (like ugandatenders.go.ug, EACOP tenders page, and local government platforms) for latest bid notices.

Uganda and the wider East African region are undergoing major infrastructural transformation with significant public and private sector procurement opportunities. From rail and road contracts, water and sanitation systems, to booming mineral export sectors like gold and copper — the procurement landscape is dynamic and ripe for competitive bidders and investment partners.