Provision of Maritime Transportation Services for 28,000 Metric Tons of Ukraine-Origin Grain in Bulk.
From Port of Odessa, Ukraine to Port of Mogadishu, Somalia.
| EOI Reference No. | SoDMA/EOI/GRN-TRANS/02/2026 |
| Date of Issue | 10-May-2026 |
| Submission Deadline | 24 May 2026 at 12:00 noon Mogadishu Local Time. |
| Procuring Entity | Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) |
| Submission Email | procurement.head@sodma.gov.so |
| Address | Airport Road, Wadajir, Mogadishu, Somalia |
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Invitation for Expression of Interest
The Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) hereby invites eligible, qualified, and experienced maritime transportation service providers to submit an Expression of Interest for the transportation of approximately 28,000 metric tons, subject to a tolerance of +/- 5%, of Ukraine-origin grain in bulk from the Port of Odessa, Ukraine to the Port of Mogadishu, Somalia.
This EOI is issued for publication purposes to identify and prequalify competent service providers with demonstrated technical, operational, financial, legal, and compliance capacity to deliver the required shipment safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable national and international requirements.
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Institutional Background
The Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) is the national institution of the Federal Republic of Somalia responsible for disaster preparedness, emergency response coordination, humanitarian assistance,disaster risk management, and resilience-building. In support of national food security and emergency response priorities, SoDMA intends to facilitate the movement of bulk grain to Somalia.
The transportation of this consignment requires a reliable maritime logistics partner with proven experience in bulk grain shipping, vessel chartering, international port operations, shipment documentation, and risk management across relevant maritime routes.
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Purpose of this EOI
- To identify suitably qualified companies capable of transporting the required bulk grain cargo from Ukraine to Somalia.
- To establish a shortlist of eligible service providers for a subsequent procurement process, which may include an RFQ, RFP, tender, or direct negotiation in accordance with applicable procurement
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To assess market capacity, vessel availability, route experience, compliance readiness, and operational capability for the proposed shipment.
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Summary of the Required Services
| Item | Description |
| Procuring Entity | Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) |
| Service Required | Maritime transportation of bulk grain cargo |
| Commodity | Ukraine-origin grain |
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Estimated Quantity |
Approximately 28,000 metric tons, subject to a tolerance of +/- 5%
depending on vessel capacity, loading conditions, and final cargo availability. |
| Cargo Type | Bulk cargo |
| Origin Port | Port of Odessa, Ukraine |
| Destination Port | Port of Mogadishu, Somalia |
| Mode of Transport | Ocean freight by suitable bulk carrier vessel |
| Expected Shipment Window | 45–60 calendar days after contract award / purchase order issuance |
| Language of Submission | English |
For More Information Please Download Expression of Interest: EOI Provision of Maritime Transportation Services for 28,000 Metric Tons of Ukraine-Origin Grain
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