World Bank Awards Contract Under Cambodia COVID-19 Emergency Response Project
06 Feb 2026
IntroductionThe World Bank has issued a contract award under the Cambodia COVID-19 Emergency Response Project, reinforcing continued international support for pandemic recovery and health system resilience. The awarded tender highlights ongoing procurement activity tied to global health and emergency response initiatives.Contract Details and ScopeThe award relates to project P173815 and was published on 31 October 2025.Key highlights:Country - CambodiaProject - Cambodia COVID-19 Emergency Response ProjectNotice Reference - COVID-19-CS-CQS-13Procuring Organization - World BankContract Date - 24 October 2024Contract Value - NPR 82,142,890.81The procurement forms part of the broader international effort to strengthen public health preparedness and pandemic response capacity in Cambodia.Supplier and Procurement OutcomeThe contract was awarded to Simran Construction, a Nepal-based company. The selection reflects continued cross-border participation in international development procurement, where global suppliers contribute to projects funded by multilateral institutions.Strategic Importance of the ProjectThe Cambodia COVID-19 Emergency Response Project aims to support the country’s recovery and long-term resilience through:Strengthening emergency health response systemsSupporting infrastructure and service delivery improvementsEnhancing preparedness for future public health crisesPromoting international collaboration and procurement transparencyWorld Bank-funded procurement continues to play a key role in enabling developing countries to access expertise, services, and infrastructure necessary for recovery and sustainable development.ConclusionThis contract award demonstrates ongoing investment in Cambodia’s health and recovery initiatives. As pandemic response programs evolve, further procurement activity is expected to support the country’s long-term resilience and public sector capacity.#CambodiaProcurement #ContractAward #WorldBankProjects #COVID19Response #GovernmentContracts #TenderResults #InternationalProcurement #HealthcareProjects #PandemicRecovery
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As part of Cambodia's Agricultural Sector Diversification Project, PENG SOUR Construction has secured a USD 3.19 million contract for irrigation infrastructure.
30 Oct 2025
Cambodia - 14 October 2025 PENG SOUR Construction Co., Ltd. has been given a USD 3.19 million contract by the Cambodian government, through the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology (MOWRAM), to develop important irrigation systems as part of the Cambodia Agricultural Sector Diversification Project (P163264). After a competitive bidding process, the contract, which was funded by the World Bank (IDA Credit No. 63660), was formally signed on October 14, 2025, and published on October 22, 2025.The project's scope and overviewThree significant agricultural sites will have irrigation infrastructure developed as part of the awarded contract, MOWRAM-CW06: Samnanh Tramkak Banlae Pteah Mtes. Troyeung Damnak Zone of Modern Agriculture Srauv Neang Om The projects, which are expected to be finished in five months, are intended to support sustainable agricultural productivity in Cambodia's rural provinces, enhance water management, and increase irrigation capacity.Launched under Project ID P163264, the Cambodia Agricultural Sector Diversification Project is a flagship World Bank-financed project aimed at improving agricultural resilience and competitiveness. In order to help smallholder farmers, it focuses on enhancing value chains, increasing irrigation coverage, and promoting contemporary farming methods.PENG SOUR Construction Co., Ltd. was the winning contractor.The engineering and construction firm PENG SOUR Construction Co., Ltd., the successful bidder, is situated in Phnom Penh and has a track record of success in irrigation infrastructure and civil works. The company, which is based at #450, Hanoi Blvd, Khan Sen Sok, Phnom Penh, has worked on several infrastructure projects throughout Cambodia that have been funded by the government and development.The project's importance in promoting sustainable agriculture and water resource management is highlighted by the USD 3,199,632.15 contract value that was evaluated and signed.Competition and the Tender ProcessIn accordance with World Bank procurement guidelines, the procurement process used the Request for Bids (RFB) method, guaranteeing openness and competition. PENG SOUR Construction was the only responsive company among the three bidders. According to the evaluation criteria, NGUON PICHRACHANA Design and Construction Co., Ltd., and UNG SIM SIA Construction Co., Ltd., the competing bidders, were eliminated for their lack of response.Strategic Importance for the Agriculture Sector in CambodiaThe irrigation improvements covered by this contract are essential to Cambodia's efforts to develop market-orientated and climate-resilient agriculture. Farmers in the Tramkak and Damnak Troyeung regions will be able to grow year-round, become less dependent on unpredictable rainfall, and increase food security thanks to improved water infrastructure.The project also supports Cambodia's larger Agricultural Sector Diversification Strategy, which aims to support rural economic growth, sustainable irrigation, and high-value crops.In summaryAn important turning point in Cambodia's efforts to modernise its agricultural systems has been reached with the awarding of this USD 3.19 million irrigation infrastructure contract to PENG SOUR Construction. The project, which is anticipated to be completed in five months, will strengthen Cambodia's commitment to sustainable rural development in line with the World Bank's Agricultural Sector Diversification framework by providing farming communities with real benefits, increasing productivity, and enhancing national food security. Tags#Cambodia, #CambodiaTenders, #Agricultural Sector Diversification, #Irrigation Infrastructure, #PENG SOUR Construction, #World Bank projects, #MOWRAM, #government contracts, #Public Procurement news, # Awarded Tenders, #Rural Development, #Water Resources, #Sustainable Agriculture, #World Bank Cambodia, IDA-63660, #Tramkak Irrigation, #Cambodia Infrastructure Projects
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