Request for quotations (RFQ) for Supply and delivery of Laptops computers and accessories
| Address |
Smart Africa Secretariat 10th Floor, Career Centre Building KG 541 ST, Kigali, Rwanda, PO Box: 4913 Tel: +250788822155| +250 788-300-581 |
| RFQ#: | 153/SA/RFQ/8/2026 |
| Release date: | 12th August 2026 |
| Closing date: | 27th August 2026; 5pm (Local time, Kigali) |
Contact |
For any questions or enquiries, please write to: tenderenquiries@smartafrica.org For Proposal Submissions: procurement@smartafrica.org |
Technical requirements
The Smart Africa Alliance Secretariat now invites the quotations for the supply and delivery of the following items (laptop computers and accessories):
| Item | Description | Qty |
| Laptop | 13-inch laptop with M5 chip, 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine 16GB unified memory 1TB SSD storage 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max U.S. English Backlit Magic Keyboard with Touch ID Two Thunderbolt 4 ports, MagSafe 3 port, 3.5 mm headphone jack, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 Support for up to two external displays Accessory Kit | 12 |
| Laptop | 14-inch laptop with M5 Pro chip, 15-core CPU, 16-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine 24GB unified memory 1TB SSD storage Standard display 70W USB-C Power Adapter U.S. English Backlit Magic Keyboard with Touch ID Three Thunderbolt 5 ports, MagSafe 3 port, 3.5 mm headphone jack, HDMI port, SDXC card slot Support for up to three external displays Accessory Kit | 1 |
| Laptop Cover/Bag | Pro Case for proposed laptops with Keyboard Cover + laptop bag | 13 |
| Type C Adapter | USB C Hub Multiport Adapter, USB C Docking Stationing Station with 4K HDMI, 60W USB C PD Charging, 2 USB-A, Ethernet, Micro/SD Card Readers, for MacBook Pro/Air M1 M2 M3 M4, Space Gray | 13 |
| Monitor - M27fd USB-C | 27" FHD IPS Display, 75Hz Refresh Rate, 5ms (GtG w/ Overdrive) Response Time, AMD FreeSync Technology, USB Type-A Type-C, HDMI, VGA Ports | 6 |
| Power Extensions | Power Strip with 8-12 Feet, European plug and sockets | 6 |
Prospective bidders can bid for the complete lot. However, partial quantity within the item shall be treated as non-responsive and rejected and the evaluation shall be made on Lot basis.
2. Submission requirements for quotations
- Administrative documents :
Business registration certificate/RDB certificate) and Tax Clearance Certificate/Equivalent.
- Technical Requirements :
Detailed description of the essential technical and performance characteristics of the product to be supplied establishing conformity to technical specifications provided. Any deviation from the requested specifications shall be highlighted and explained
- Financial Requirements :
Price schedule for laptop computers as per format provided. The price for the Goods to be supplied shall consider all applicable taxes and as per price schedule provided (Annex I)
Note: The currency of the submission and payment is the Rwandan Francs.
3. Submission process
Soft copies of quotations in English must be submitted via email to: procurement@smartafrica.org with mention: 153/SA/RFQ/07/2026, “ RFQ_Supply and delivery of Laptops computers and accessories ” not later than 27th August 2026 at, 05:00 pm local time (Kigali).
It is the sole responsibility of the bidders to ensure that the electronic quotation reaches the above address before the time and date indicated. Late proposals will be rejected
Quotations should be sent by completing and signing the price schedule enclosed in Annex I and attaching any other documents required to be submitted under this RFQ. You may also reply by sending a quotation on your own company’s letterhead, but the terms and conditions specified in the RFQ will take precedence over any terms and conditions stated in your quotation
Annex I: Price schedule
| RFQ - Smart Africa Secretariat | ||||
| Tin: 106244100 | ||||
| 10th floor in Career Center Building, KG 541 ST, Kigali – Rwanda | ||||
| RFQ Release Dates | August 12, 2026 | |||
| Quotes Reception Deadline | 27th August 2026 | |||
| Item | Description | QTY | Unit Price RWF | Total Price RFW |
| Laptop | 13-inch laptop with M5 chip, 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine 16GB unified memory 1TB SSD storage 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max U.S. English Backlit Magic Keyboard with Touch ID Two Thunderbolt 4 ports, MagSafe 3 port, 3.5 mm headphone jack, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 Support for up to two external displays Accessory Kit | 12 | ||
| Laptop | 14-inch laptop with M5 Pro chip, 15-core CPU, 16-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine 24GB unified memory 1TB SSD storage Standard display 70W USB-C Power Adapter U.S. English Backlit Magic Keyboard with Touch ID Three Thunderbolt 5 ports, MagSafe 3 port, 3.5 mm headphone jack, HDMI port, SDXC card slot Support for up to three external displays Accessory Kit | 1 | ||
| Laptop Cover/Bag | Pro Case for proposed laptops with Keyboard Cover + laptop bag | 13 | ||
| Type C Adapter | USB C Hub Multiport Adapter, USB C Docking Stationing Station with 4K HDMI, 60W USB C PD Charging, 2 USB-A, Ethernet, Micro/SD Card Readers, for MacBook Pro/Air M1 M2 M3 M4, Space Gray | 13 | ||
| Monitor - M27fd USB-C | 27" FHD IPS Display, 75Hz Refresh Rate, 5ms (GtG w/ Overdrive) Response Time, AMD FreeSync Technology, USB Type-A Type-C, HDMI, VGA Ports | 6 | ||
| Power Extensions | Power Strip with 8-12 Feet, European plug and sockets | 6 | ||
| VAT 18% | ||||
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| Delivery Timeline: (No of days after Order Placement). Short period prefered |
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| Payment Terms: | Payment after delivery | |||
| Quote Validity: | 120 days | |||
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