Expression of Interest to Lease Hotel Space at Benjamin William Mkapa Pension Towers – October 2026

1. Opportunity Overview

Organization: National Social Security Fund (NSSF)
Opportunity: Expression of Interest (EoI) to Lease Hotel Facilities
Property: Benjamin William Mkapa Pension Towers
Location: Azikiwe Street, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Lease Arrangement: Long-term lease on an “as is” basis
Submission Deadline: 27 December 2026 at 5:00 PM
Submission Email: estate.tender@nssf.go.tz

2. Background

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is established under the National Social Security Fund Act, Cap. 50, Revised Edition 2023. Its headquarters is located at Benjamin William Mkapa Pension Towers, Azikiwe Street, Dar es Salaam.

NSSF invites expressions of interest from eligible, competent, and reputable hotel operators interested in leasing and operating the hotel facilities within Benjamin William Mkapa Pension Towers.

3. Property Description and Location

Benjamin William Mkapa Pension Towers is one of NSSF’s investment properties. The development comprises commercial spaces and hotel facilities and is strategically located at the junction of Azikiwe and Jamhuri Streets in Dar es Salaam’s Central Business District, within Ilala Municipal Council.

4. Hotel Facility Details

The hotel facility occupies approximately 6,670 square metres, extending from the ground floor to the 21st floor of Tower C.

The facilities include:

• Three conference rooms.

• Six administration offices.

• Two kitchens.

• Thirty-six staff changing rooms.

• One lounge.

• Two restaurants.

• One waiting area.

• Seventy-two accommodation rooms.

Distribution of Hotel Facilities

Ground Floor

– Reception area.

First Floor

• Parking area.

• Administration offices.

Second Floor

• One conference hall with a capacity of 250 people.

• Two small conference rooms, each with a capacity of 30 people.

• Two restaurants, each with a kitchen.

Third Floor

– Hotel lounge.

Fourth to Twenty-First Floors

– Seventy-two hotel rooms, comprising:

• Eighteen standard rooms.

• Fifty-four suite rooms.

5. Eligibility and Application Requirements

NSSF seeks an eligible, competent, and reputable hotel operator to lease the premises under a long-term lease arrangement on an “as is” basis.

Interested applicants must submit an Expression of Interest containing, at a minimum, the following documents and information:

1. Proposed Monthly Rent: The proposed monthly rental amount, exclusive of Value Added Tax (VAT).

2. Proposed Service Charge: The proposed service charge, exclusive of VAT.

3. Proposed Lease Terms and Conditions: Details of the proposed lease arrangement.

4. Hotel Operating Experience: Evidence of previous experience in hotel operations, including details of comparable hotel facilities operated.

5. Company Profile: A profile outlining the company’s background, capabilities, and relevant experience.

6. Company Registration and Compliance Documents: These should include:

• Business Licence.

• Certificate of Incorporation.

• Tax Identification Number (TIN).

• Tax Clearance Certificate.

• NSSF Employer Certificate, for locally registered companies.

7. Evidence of Financial Capability: Audited financial statements for the preceding three financial years, covering 2023 to date, as stated in the notice.

8. Litigation History: Details of any existing or previous litigation, where applicable.

NSSF reserves the right to request additional information, clarification, or supporting documentation from interested applicants when necessary for the evaluation process.

6. Hotel Facility Inspection

Interested parties wishing to inspect the hotel premises physically may arrange a site visit by contacting either of the following officers:

7. Right to Accept or Reject Submissions

NSSF reserves the right to accept or reject any Expression of Interest and to cancel or discontinue the process at any stage before the lease is awarded, without assuming liability to affected applicants.

8. Submission Instructions

Applicants must submit their Expression of Interest in a sealed envelope clearly marked:

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR LEASING OF HOTEL FACILITIES AT BENJAMIN WILLIAM MKAPA PENSION TOWER

The submission should be addressed to the Director General, National Social Security Fund, and delivered through one of the following channels.

A. Postal Address

Director General
National Social Security Fund
P.O. Box 1322
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

B. Email Submission

Email: estate.tender@nssf.go.tz

C. Physical Submission

NSSF Headquarters
Benjamin W. Mkapa Towers, 17th Floor
Azikiwe Street
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

9. Submission Deadline

All submissions must be received no later than 27 December 2026 at 5:00 PM (17:00 hours).

10. Opening of Expressions of Interest

The Expressions of Interest will be opened immediately after the submission deadline.

11. Important Information for Applicants

• Prepare all the required company, financial, and hotel operating experience documents.

• Include the proposed monthly rent, service charge, and lease terms.

• Arrange a site visit with the designated NSSF officers if necessary.

• Ensure the submission is received before the deadline.

• Confirm any specific submission requirements directly with NSSF before sending the application.

Submission Email: estate.tender@nssf.go.tz