The verdict in three sentences
A construction company in Nairobi should plan between USD 7,000 and USD 16,000 for a site that turns its projects into commercial proof. The project gallery (USD 2,900) and the tenders page (USD 2,200) are the two items that carry weight in bids, public and private. Plan for 5 weeks of production: the site is often what moves a bid from "unknown" to "credible".
Why a site changes the game in tenders
In construction, work comes from public tenders and private clients. A buyer or a tender committee checks a company's existence, references and solidity. A site with documented projects, certifications and clear contact details makes the difference against a competitor with no online presence. Here is the 2026 quote, line by line (order of magnitude).
| Item | 2026 range (USD) | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Website core | 7,000 - 16,000 | Brand, 6-9 pages, responsive, year-1 hosting |
| Project gallery | 2,900 | Project sheets, before/after photos, filters |
| Tenders page | 2,200 | References, capacity, certifications, downloads |
| Project form | 1,400 | Qualification (type, budget, timeline), routing |
| Team and equipment page | 1,200 | Headcount, machinery, technical means |
| EN/SW bilingualism | 2,500 | For international funders and NGOs |
The project gallery is the commercial core: a project sheet with before/after photos, value, timeline and client is worth more than ten pages of text.
Three tiers by the size of tenders targeted
A small builder chasing county contracts does not have the same needs as a company bidding on national or donor-funded tenders.
| Tier | Indicative price (USD) | Timeline | Target contracts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | 7,000 | 5 weeks | Local contracts, small builders |
| Reference | 11,000 | 6 weeks | Regional tenders, gallery + tenders page |
| Premium | 16,000 | 7 weeks | National/donor tenders, EN/SW, full dossier |
One key point: the quality of project photos. A professional photo shoot (USD 1,100 to 1,800) pays for everything else, because a blurry gallery destroys the very credibility the site is meant to build.
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Mini case study
Mr Kamau runs a 40-employee construction firm in Nairobi, specialised in public buildings and roads. He picks the Reference tier at USD 11,000, adds a photo shoot at USD 1,400, for USD 12,400. His firm bids on about a dozen tenders a year and wins 3. If the site tips just one extra contract worth on average USD 280,000 at a 12% margin, the gain is USD 33,600: the site pays for itself more than twice in year one. Beyond the figure, he stops being screened out for "no verifiable references".
FAQ
Does a site really help win public tenders? It does not replace an administrative file, but it makes the company credible and serves as a showcase of verifiable references. For USD 2,200, a dedicated tenders page bundles capacity, certifications and downloadable projects.
How many projects should I show? Six to ten well-documented sheets beat thirty blurry thumbnails. Budget USD 2,900 for a structured gallery with filters by project type.
Do I need an English version in Nairobi? Yes if you target donor-funded contracts (World Bank, AfDB) or international NGOs. EN/SW costs around USD 2,500 and opens those windows.
Is the photo shoot essential? Almost: professional photos (USD 1,100 to 1,800) are what make the gallery credible. A gallery of blurry amateur photos does more harm than good.
How long until the site is delivered? About 5 weeks for a standard project, a bit more with a rich gallery and tenders page. Prepare your photos and references early to hold the timeline.
Let's scope your project. Tell us the type of contracts you target, whether you want the gallery, the tenders page and bilingualism, and your budget (USD 7,000 to 16,000). Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
