The Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources through the Energy Commission of the Malaysian Government has launched a request for proposal (RFP) for the proposed 1 GW solar photovoltaic project tender under the fourth round of the Large Scale Solar (LSS) procurement program.
The fourth round of the bidding offers two packages:
- Package 1 with a total quota offered of 500 MWac. The package offers a capacity range between 10 MWac and less than 30 MWac
- Package 2 with a total quota offered of 500 MWac. The package offers a capacity range between 30 MWac and less than 50 MWac
The solar plants under this program are expected to be operational by December 31, 2023.
This is a Government move to revitalize and stimulate the economy following the outbreak of the Covid-19 epidemic that has affected the economy country. It also aims to accelerate the development of the country's electricity supply industry, particularly the industry renewable energy.
The deadline for the submission of bids to participate in the tender is on September 2, 2020.
The tender documents can be accessed on our business opportunity page here.
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