Project designed to provide ICT advisory, technical compliance, and procurement support for Qiddiya’s large-scale infrastructure development under Saudi Vision 2030.
The challenge
Qiddiya, one of Saudi Arabia’s flagship giga-projects under Vision 2030, required a modern, integrated ICT and telecom infrastructure aligned with international standards.
The project involved complex PPP structures and the integration of ICT systems across multiple utility networks.
Specialised advisory support was needed to ensure technical compliance, guide bid evaluations, and prepare robust PPP procurement documentation.
Project outline
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Reviewed ICT design documentation prepared by Dar Al Handasah (DAR).
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Developed ICT strategy documents with deployment recommendations.
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Supported legal advisors with ICT-related clauses, schedules, and requirements in PPP contracts.
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Provided ICT-specific Technical Compliance Criteria for use in procurement.
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Calculated service payment structures for telecom duct systems and dark fiber.
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Conducted technical bid evaluations and contributed ICT inputs to the overall evaluation report.
Our impact
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Strengthened the PPP procurement process through clear technical criteria and compliant tender documents.
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Ensured alignment of ICT system design with international standards and Qiddiya’s long-term infrastructure goals.
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Enhanced transparency and technical robustness in bid evaluations, supporting the selection of qualified operators and vendors.
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Contributed to the seamless integration of ICT into Qiddiya’s broader utility ecosystem.
Duration of engagement: January 2020 – Present (Ongoing)