Kenya Launches 91 km RWC 884 Road Project, Creating New Bitumen Demand

Kenya has officially moved forward with one of its latest major road projects in Bomet County, with President William Ruto launching the upgrading of the 91 km Kapkatet–Boito–Kapset–Kaptien–Kapleleito–Kiptenden–Kapkoros–Kiplelji–Kapsimotwa–Kapkwen–Olbutyo–Siongiroi Road to bitumen standard.

The project, tendered by the Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA) under Tender No. RWC 884, includes several bituminous materials, such as penetration grade bitumen, MC30 cutback and K1-60 bitumen emulsion.

Based on the official Bill of Quantities, the project may require approximately 5,200–6,100 MT of bituminous materials during construction.

RWC 884 Project at a Glance

Project: Kapkatet–Boito–Kapset–Kaptien–Kapleleito–Kiptenden–Kapkoros–Kiplelji–Kapsimotwa–Kapkwen–Olbutyo–Siongiroi Road

Tender Number: RWC 884

Authority: Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA)

Location: Bomet County, Kenya

Road Length: 91 km

Project Status: Construction officially launched in September 2026

Construction Period in Tender: 42 months

Main Bituminous Products:
• MC30 Cutback Bitumen
• K1-60 Bitumen Emulsion
• Bitumen 80/100
• Penetration Grade Bitumen for Asphalt Concrete

How Much Bitumen Does RWC 884 Require?

The official KeRRA Bill of Quantities shows the approximate scale of bituminous materials required for the project.

MC30 Cutback Bitumen
Official BOQ Quantity: 701,000 litres
Approximate Equivalent: 666 MT

MC30 is specified as the prime coat for the carriageway and shoulders.

K1-60 Bitumen Emulsion
Official BOQ Quantity: 630,630 litres
Approximate Equivalent: 631 MT

K1-60 is specified as the tack coat for the carriageway, shoulders and rumble strips.

Bitumen 80/100
Official BOQ Quantity: 701,000 litres
Approximate Equivalent: 715 MT

The BOQ specifies 80/100 penetration grade bitumen for the second seal.

Asphalt Concrete Type II
Official BOQ Quantity: 24,525 m³
Required Bitumen Content: 5.5–7.0% by weight of the asphalt mix

Depending on the approved mix design and asphalt density, this volume may require roughly 3,200–4,100 MT of penetration grade bitumen.
This brings the estimated overall requirement to approximately 5,200–6,100 MT of bituminous materials.

The exact final consumption will depend on the approved mix design, actual application rates, site conditions and project execution.

60/70 or 80/100? An Important Technical Point

The RWC 884 tender includes a technical point that suppliers and contractors should check carefully.

One section of the project specification states that Bitumen 60/70 should be used for asphalt concrete, while another section refers to Bitumen 80/100. The BOQ also specifically identifies 80/100 for the second seal.

Therefore, suppliers should not assume that the same penetration grade applies to every part of the project.
Before procurement, the required grade for asphalt production should be checked against the approved mix design and the Engineer's specifications.

For contractors looking for supply options, Infinity Galaxy can provide both Bitumen 60/70 and Bitumen 80/100 together with technical specifications and packing options.

Why RWC 884 Matters for Kenya's Bitumen Market

RWC 884 is part of a wider increase in road construction activity across East Africa.
Kenya and the wider East African road construction market are entering a period of active infrastructure demand.

Recent road projects in Kenya and neighboring countries continue to support demand for penetration grade bitumen. Mombasa remains a key entry point for imported bitumen into East Africa.
In late August and early September, a 5,700 MT bulk bitumen cargo was delivered into Mombasa, consisting of approximately 4,700 MT of Bitumen 60/70 and 1,000 MT of Bitumen 80/100.

Similar road construction activity has also been reported in Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo and other East African markets.

New projects are creating demand, but contractors also need reliable supply, suitable packing and delivery schedules that match their construction plans.

Mombasa Remains Critical to Kenya's Bitumen Supply Chain

For imported bitumen, Mombasa remains the main logistics gateway into the Kenyan market.

Recent disruptions in Middle East–East Africa supply routes have shown that the FOB price is only one part of the final delivered cost.

Contractors also need to consider:

• Availability of the required grade

• Packing method

• Ocean freight to Mombasa

• Shipping schedule

• Port and inland logistics

• Project delivery schedule

• Product inspection and documentation

Infinity Galaxy supplies road bitumen to Mombasa in different grades and packing options and has experience serving the Kenyan bitumen market.

For current CFR Mombasa prices, specifications and available packing, visit our Bitumen Supplier in Kenya page.

Bitumen Supply Options for Kenya Road Contractors

Infinity Galaxy can support Kenyan contractors, asphalt producers, importers and infrastructure suppliers with:

Bitumen 60/70

Suitable for asphalt paving applications subject to approved project specifications.

Bitumen 80/100

Available for projects requiring softer penetration grade bitumen and specifically referenced in the RWC 884 BOQ.

MC30 Cutback Bitumen

Used as a prime coat in road construction and specifically required under RWC 884.

Bitumen Emulsion

K1-60 and other emulsion grades are available depending on project specifications.

Available packing options include new steel drums, jumbo bags and other solutions, depending on the product grade and shipment requirements.

Supplying Bitumen for RWC 884 or Other Kenya Road Projects?

RWC 884 is one example of the road construction projects creating new bitumen requirements in Kenya.

For contractors, asphalt producers and procurement companies working on RWC 884 or other road projects in Kenya, Infinity Galaxy can provide technical specifications, packing options and quotations for delivery to Mombasa.

Need Bitumen 60/70, 80/100, MC30 or bitumen emulsion for a road project in Kenya?

Contact the Infinity Galaxy commercial team for the latest CFR Mombasa quotation and available shipment schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the RWC 884 road project in Kenya?

RWC 884 is a Kenya Rural Roads Authority road project for upgrading the 91 km Kapkatet–Boito–Kapset–Kaptien–Kapleleito–Kiptenden–Kapkoros–Kiplelji–Kapsimotwa–Kapkwen–Olbutyo–Siongiroi corridor to bitumen standard.

How much bitumen is required for RWC 884?

Based on the project's official BOQ and estimated binder requirement for asphalt concrete, approximately 5,200–6,100 MT of bituminous materials could be involved. The final quantity depends on the approved asphalt mix and actual project consumption.

Which bitumen grades are required for RWC 884?

The tender refers to Bitumen 60/70 for asphalt concrete in one specification section, while Bitumen 80/100 is referenced elsewhere and is specifically required for the second seal. MC30 and K1-60 are also included in the BOQ.

Where can contractors buy bitumen for Kenya road projects?

Infinity Galaxy supplies penetration grade bitumen, MC30 and other road bitumen products for shipment to Mombasa, Kenya. Contractors can request current specifications, packing and CFR Mombasa quotations from the commercial team.