Vanuatu, October 21, 2025
UNELCO Vanuatu Ltd. has been given a major utilities contract by the Vanuatu government as part of the Vanuatu Affordable and Resilient Settlements Project (Project ID: P173278). The contract, which was awarded through Direct Selection on October 21, 2025, will improve vital water and electrification services throughout the designated settlement areas.
A Summary of the Contract
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Project: Affordable and Resilient Settlements in Vanuatu
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Reference for Contract: VU-MLNR-488168-GO-DIR
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Direct selection is the method of procurement.
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Scope: UNELCO Vanuatu Ltd. provides water and electricity.
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Award Announcement On July 28, 2025
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Duration of Contract: one year
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Contract Value Signed: VUV 110,856,164
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IDA-D9670 (World Bank) financing
In Vanuatu's endeavours to strengthen infrastructure resilience, enhance service delivery, and promote safer, more inclusive settlements, the contract represents a significant turning point.
UNELCO Vanuatu Ltd. emerged victorious.
The main supplier of water and electricity in the nation is UNELCO Vanuatu Ltd., which has its headquarters in Port Vila. The business is in a unique position to carry out the quick and dependable infrastructure upgrades required for this project because it has decades of operational experience in the water and energy sectors.
At VUV 110.8 million, the evaluated bid price and the signed contract price match, indicating a straightforward and efficient procurement procedure.
Project Significance for the Resilient Development of Vanuatu
One of the most climate-vulnerable countries in the world, Vanuatu, continues to prioritise resilient infrastructure through national and development partner-supported initiatives. This agreement helps to:
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Increasing the resilience of settlements by providing better access to electricity and water
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Constructing climate-adaptive infrastructure in susceptible regions
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Extending vital services to high-risk and low-income communities
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promoting long-term preparedness and recovery from disasters
The project is in line with the more general objectives of improving living conditions, lowering service disparities, and creating communities that are safer and more resilient.
Impact on Strategy and Next Actions
UNELCO Vanuatu Ltd. plans to implement system upgrades, service extensions, and reliability enhancements in a number of settlements over the course of the upcoming year. It is anticipated that these projects will serve as the foundation for upcoming infrastructure phases and other community-based resilience projects.
According to government representatives, better access to electricity and water will be crucial for boosting livelihoods, improving social well-being, and bolstering disaster response capabilities.
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