Oromia Bank Seeks Consultants for New Addis HQ Tower

In Short

Oromia Bank S.C. is seeking consulting firms for a major headquarters construction project in Addis Ababa.

The bank has issued an Expression of Interest, which is an early call for qualified firms to signal interest before a full procurement stage.

What Happened: Oromia Bank’s Consulting Scope For Its New HQ

Oromia Bank S.C. is inviting Expressions of Interest from architecture and engineering firms for its “New 4Bs+G+40 Headquarters High Rise Building Construction Project” in the Financial District, Senga Tera, Addis Ababa.

The bank says the work covers pre design documents review and validation, a strategic brief, design, tender management, contract administration, and construction supervision.

The notice states that firms can be international or local, but must be registered and licensed in Ethiopia as a Grade 1 consulting firm.

The bank describes the planned headquarters as a high rise to a “Mid High End (Superior) performance standard.” It lists a 5,271 m² plot, at least four basement levels, and an estimated built up area of 75,000 to 80,000 m².

The notice also specifies EDGE certification, which is a green building certification standard, and BIM Level 2 (ISO 19650), which refers to a structured way of managing building design data using digital models.

Key Requirements And Procurement Rules

Oromia Bank lists several eligibility requirements. These include at least one similar project completed in the last 10 years with 25 floors above ground and two basement levels, and audited financial statements showing profitability and positive net worth.

Applicants are also asked to describe their capability in BIM, integrated building management systems, and EDGE certification.

The bank says registration and licensing in Ethiopia is a prerequisite for all applicants. It also states that joint ventures are not permitted, but sub consultancy is permitted and the applicant remains the sole contracting party.

Why It Matters

This tender signals a large construction and design programme that may create significant work for licensed consulting firms in Ethiopia, including firms with skills in BIM and sustainability certification.

The notice sets a bid closing date of Nov 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM and says there is no specific opening date and time. Applicants are directed to apply online through the bank’s ERP tender link.