Construction Tenders in Kenya: Open Works Tenders Updated Daily

Updated 17 October 2026

Construction is the biggest category on Kenya’s public tender portal. Counties, NG-CDF committees, roads agencies, water companies, schools and state corporations advertise works every week: roads and bridges, classrooms and dormitories, boreholes and water pipelines, renovations, fencing, street lights and more. The list below shows every open works tender, refreshed every morning. Filter it by county or closing date, or search for the type of work you do.

Who Advertises Construction Tenders

County governments publish more works tenders than any other type of public body, followed by NG-CDF committees, which fund classrooms, laboratories, dormitories and other school projects in every constituency. State corporations such as roads, water and energy agencies publish fewer but larger tenders. Use the county filter to see what is open near you, then search for words like “classroom”, “borehole”, “road” or “toilet” to narrow the list.

What You Need to Bid for Works

• National Construction Authority registration in the right category and class for the value of the work. NCA registration is a standard requirement for building and civil works tenders.
• Business registration documents, a CR12 for companies, a KRA PIN and a valid tax compliance certificate.
• Evidence of similar work done, key staff, equipment and, often, a bid security from a bank or insurer if the tender asks for one.
• For AGPO-reserved works, a valid AGPO certificate.

Read the tender document carefully. Works tenders often require a site visit or a pre-bid meeting, and missing it can disqualify your bid.

Tips for Winning Works Tenders

• Price every item in the bill of quantities. Arithmetic errors and blank items are a common reason for rejection.
• Check the closing date filter and leave time to get a bid security, which can take days.
• Watch for addenda that change the scope or deadline.

See all categories on our tenders in Kenya today page, or browse AGPO tenders if your business is youth, women or PWD-owned.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I find construction tenders in Kenya?

All public works tenders are published on tenders.go.ke. This page lists every open one, updated daily.

Do I need NCA registration to bid?

Most building and civil works tenders require National Construction Authority registration in the relevant category. Check the tender document.

Are there construction tenders for youth?

Yes. Tick the AGPO filter or visit our AGPO tenders page to see works reserved for youth, women and persons with disabilities.

How do I get the tender document?

Search the reference number on tenders.go.ke and download it, or contact the procuring entity.

Source: Public Procurement Information Portal, PPRA. Confirm all details with the procuring entity.