A €1.06 million supervision contract for a significant wastewater infrastructure project in North Macedonia was awarded to Spain's Eptisa.
23 Oct 2025
The Central Financing and Contracting Department (CFCD) of the Ministry of Finance of the Government of North Macedonia has awarded a €1.06 million contract to Eptisa Servicios de Ingeniería S.L. (Spain), further demonstrating the country's dedication to sustainable urban infrastructure. The project entails overseeing the construction of a wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) as well as the Municipality of Bitola's sewer network rehabilitation and upgrade.Summary and Scope of the ProjectThe awarded contract, which is a component of a larger project funded by the EU, is centred on managing important projects to update Bitola's wastewater treatment systems. Throughout the construction phase and the Defects Notification Period (DNP), Eptisa, the consultant, will be in charge of quality control, design verification, work progress supervision, expense analysis, and administrative coordination. The 39-month contract indicates a sustained commitment to enhancing environmental infrastructure in southern North Macedonia.Contract Specifics and the Purchasing ProcedureTwelve requests to participate and six final tenders were submitted, demonstrating the high level of international interest in the restricted tender process. Prominent European and regional engineering consultancies like GKW Consult GmbH (Germany), Hill International N.V. (Netherlands), SUEZ Consulting (France), and Temelsu International Engineering (Turkey) were among the eight companies that made the short list.Following a thorough evaluation process, Eptisa was selected with an 80:20 quality-to-price ratio, which reflects the government's focus on sustainable project delivery and technical excellence. The final awarded amount was €1,060,260 (VAT excluded), while the initial estimated contract value was €1.3 million.Entities InvolvedUnder the legal framework of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, the Ministry of Finance - CFCD oversees and manages the project, which receives partial funding from European Union structural and investment funds. The designated review authority is the National Court of North Macedonia.Concerning the Winning CompanyEptisa Servicios de Ingeniería S.L. is a renowned Spanish engineering and consulting firm that was founded in Madrid and focuses on water management, infrastructure, and the environment. Eptisa has a strong track record of completing infrastructure projects funded by the EU and has vast experience in both emerging and European markets. Another significant turning point in the company's growth in the Western Balkans, where it has backed comparable municipal and regional development initiatives, is its involvement in Bitola.Strategic SignificanceThe modernisation of North Macedonia's environmental infrastructure has advanced significantly with this project. Bitola will improve ecological resilience, public health, and compliance with EU environmental standards by upgrading the current sewerage system and increasing wastewater treatment capacity. This is a critical step towards the country's EU accession goals.In Summary:The foundation for a cleaner, more sustainable Bitola is laid by the oversight contract given to Eptisa. The project is anticipated to provide major environmental, social, and economic advantages as construction moves forward over the course of the following three years, enhancing urban sanitation and advancing regional development objectives. Tags: #Macedonia #Bitola #Eptisa, #MacedoniaTenders #WastewaterTreatment #SewerageUpgrade #ConstructionSupervision #EUFunds #PublicProcurement #ContractAward #TenderResults #InfrastructureDevelopment #EnvironmentalEngineering #ProcurementNews #GovernmentContracts,
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North Macedonia Awards MKD 19.4 Million Contract for Server Equipment Procurement
14 Oct 2025
Skopje, August 21, 2025 The Government of North Macedonia has finalized a 19.4 million Macedonian denar (MKD) contract for the procurement of server equipment, marking a significant step in strengthening the country’s digital infrastructure. The contract was officially awarded by ASEE DOEL Skopje to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Economy of the Republic of North Macedonia, following an open tender procedure published in the Official Journal of the European Union (Notice No. 547342-2025).Contract OverviewThe awarded contract, titled “Procurement of Server Equipment” (Reference No. 09957/2025), covers the supply, installation, and configuration of high-performance servers intended to enhance data management and digital service capacity within the Ministry.The contract value totals MKD 19,409,651.80, with the agreement signed on August 20, 2025. The project is scheduled to run from September 1 to December 31, 2025, ensuring timely deployment of the new hardware across key departmental systems.Entities Involved Buyer: ASEE DOEL Skopje - a key government IT procurement body operating under North Macedonia’s central administration. Awarded Supplier: Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Economy of the Republic of North Macedonia - acting as the implementing body and equipment recipient. Located at Leninova 2, Skopje, the Ministry will be responsible for integrating the new servers into its internal IT network, improving digital record management, agricultural data processing, and inter-departmental communications.Procurement Process and EvaluationThe open procedure, compliant with Directive 2014/24/EU and North Macedonia’s national procurement laws, attracted two competing bids. The evaluation was based solely on price, emphasizing cost efficiency and compliance with technical specifications.While the project is not financed through EU funds, it is covered under the WTO Government Procurement Agreement (GPA), ensuring adherence to international transparency and competition standards.Project Scope and ImpactThe procurement aims to upgrade the Ministry’s IT backbone, enabling more reliable access to digital platforms supporting agriculture, forestry, and water resource management. With the country accelerating its digital transformation agenda, the new servers will enhance data security, system performance, and operational resilience across public sector systems.Experts view this investment as a strategic digital modernization measure, aligning with broader government objectives to improve e-governance and inter-ministerial data integration.Oversight and Legal FrameworkAny appeals or reviews related to this procurement fall under the jurisdiction of the State Commission for Public Procurement Appeals in Skopje, which oversees public contract compliance and dispute resolution.Looking AheadWith implementation scheduled for completion by the end of 2025, the Ministry’s IT modernization initiative is expected to boost operational efficiency and transparency, supporting North Macedonia’s long-term digital governance goals.Tags: #Macedonia #ProcurementNews #ContractAward #TenderResults #ServerProcurement #GovernmentContracts #Infrastructure #PublicProcurement #Skopje #ITModernization #EUProcurement
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