The Bank invites qualified bidders to submit proposals for the replacement of the Bank's core system infrastructure (servers, storage, network and related components) and the establishment of a Disaster Recovery (DR) center, including design, supply, installation, migration, testing, training and maintenance services.
INVITATION TO BID: Replacement of Core System Infrastructure and Establishment of Disaster Recovery Center
Project Duration
Approximately 12 months from the contract signing date.
1. Tender Method
Restricted Competitive Bidding (single-stage, two-envelope: Technical Proposal and Financial Proposal).
2. Eligibility Requirements
Bidders must meet all of the following:
a, A legally registered company (or consortium, with a designated lead member) with at least 5 years of experience in IT system integration;
b, At least 2 completed projects within the last 5 years involving core banking/financial system infrastructure and/or DR center implementation, each with a contract value of at least USD 1M;
c, Sound financial standing, evidenced by audited financial statements for the last 3 years;
d, Ability to provide on-site implementation and support in Cambodia (directly or through a local partner);
e, No conflict of interest with the Bank, and not blacklisted or debarred by any financial institution or government authority.
3. Obtaining the RFP
Interested bidders shall submit a request letter by email to the contact below. The Request for Proposal (RFP) will be issued upon execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).
4. Key Schedule
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Issuance of Invitation to Bid | 9 October 2026 |
| Deadline for clarification questions | 21 October 2026, 17:00 (ICT) |
| Responses to clarifications (to all bidders) | 23 October 2026 |
| Proposal submission deadline | 30 October 2026, 15:00 (ICT) |
Clarification questions shall be submitted in writing only. An online clarification meeting may be arranged upon request.
5. Submission
Language: English (mandatory), with Korean optional (if applicable)
Currency: USD
Technical and Financial Proposals shall be submitted as separate files, each password-protected. Passwords shall be provided only upon the Bank’s request.
Proposal Briefing (Session): November 6, 2026 (Friday).
Late submissions will not be accepted.
Proposal validity: 60 days from the submission deadline.
(Hardware/Subscription prices subject to vendor validity terms may be re-confirmed prior to contract finalization)
6. Contact
IT Planning Department, Procurement Committee
Email: it.dept@ppcb.com.kh
Copy: o.chivith@ppcb.com.kh and k.hyun@ppcb.com.kh
Tel: +855-16-705-711
7. Reservation of Rights
The Bank reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, to amend or cancel this tender, to re-tender, or to enter into negotiation in accordance with its procurement policy, without incurring any liability to bidders.
