Public tenders in Morocco: how foreign companies can bid
Infrastructure, energy, water, the 2030 World Cup: Morocco is investing heavily, and part of these contracts is open to foreign companies.
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Infrastructure, energy, water, preparations for the 2030 World Cup: Morocco is investing heavily, and part of these public contracts is open to foreign companies.
National or international: what it means for you
Decree No. 2-22-431 (article 19) sets out two procedures. A national tender is reserved for companies established in Morocco. An international tender is also open to companies that are not established there. What matters is where the company is established, not the nationality of its managers or shareholders. Article 147 also provides a preference for companies established in Morocco during the financial evaluation.
Spot an international tender in seconds
You don’t need to download the tender documents: the words “national” or “international” appear in the title of the official notice. Beware of false friends: an “international airport” or an “international fair” says nothing about the procedure.
What to prepare
- French: notices and tender documents (DCE) are written in French. A translation helps you read them, but your commitments are based on the original text.
- The documents specific to each tender: eligibility conditions, required documents and references are set out in the tender regulations (règlement de consultation). Read them first.
- Deadlines: the time between publication and the submission deadline is often short for a team based abroad. Spotting tenders early makes the difference.
Miss nothing, from abroad
A tender changes after it is published: the deadline is extended, a corrigendum is issued, a new document is added. On Marché Facile, you receive new tenders in your sector by email, and you follow the tenders you care about until the award. The platform is in French; signing up is free.
Looking for support in Morocco?
Finding the right tenders for your business, reading the documents, preparing your bid: our team can support you. Write to us at contact@marchefacile.ma or on WhatsApp at +212 663-114623.