Invitation for Prequalification – Reconstruction of the MoLNR Headquarters

The Government of Vanuatu, through the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, invites eligible applicants to apply for prequalification for the reconstruction of the MoLNR Headquarters at the George Pompidou site, Port Vila. The works cover up to approximately 2,000 square metres of accommodation with associated structural, architectural, building-services and external works. They will be delivered as one integrated contract with two separable portions. Applicants will be assessed for the complete scope.

Procurement follows an open national competitive approach under the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (September 2025). Stage 1 is prequalification. In Stage 2, a one-envelope Request for Bids, expected in February 2027, will be issued to prequalified applicants only.

The prequalification document is available in English free of charge on written request to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (cc This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.). Applications must be delivered in clearly marked envelopes to the VARS Project Management Unit, Resource Centre, George Pompidou Area, Port Vila, by the closing time. Late applications will be returned unopened.

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Prequalification documents

Interested contractors can access and download the following documents from the link below:

• Pre-qualification Document (PQD), in Word and PDF format
• Specific Procurement Notice (SPN)
• Site Plan
• Floor Plan

Access and download the prequalification documents