Kuwait Ministry Advances Power Line Project with Tender Submission

Tender Submission for 400kV Power Line

The Kuwait Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy has formally submitted the tender for the installation of a 400kV overhead power line connecting the Shagaya solar power plant to the Wafra ‘Z’ main substation to the State Audit Bureau (SAB) for pre-audit and review procedures. This submission was made on Thursday and is a critical step towards the project’s implementation.

The decision to refer the tender follows the endorsement from the Board of Directors of the Central Agency for Public Tenders (CAPT), which awarded the contract to the lowest bidder meeting all specified requirements. The total contract value stands at KD35.962 million.

Renewal and Maintenance Contracts for Power Plants

In addition to the tender for the power line, the Ministry has included 115 contracts in its fiscal year plan aimed at the renewal, maintenance, modernization, and efficiency enhancement of six key power generation and water desalination facilities. This initiative underscores the ministry’s commitment to improving infrastructure and service delivery across the sector.

The contracts are distributed among various plants, with 11 designated for the Shuwaikh plant, 33 for the East Doha plant, 12 for the West Doha plant, 23 for the Subiya plant, 30 for the South Zour plant, and six for the South Shuaiba plant. Each contract is valued at over KD75,000, necessitating the involvement of CAPT for the tendering process.

The ministry plans to issue tenders for these contracts within the year, with specific dates for bid submissions and openings to be announced. This proactive approach is aimed at ensuring that necessary measures are taken to facilitate the timely implementation of the projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total value of the awarded contract for the power line?

The total value of the awarded contract is KD35.962 million.

How many contracts are included in the current fiscal year plan?

The ministry has included 115 contracts in the current fiscal year plan.

Which plants are involved in the maintenance and modernization contracts?

The contracts involve the Shuwaikh, East Doha, West Doha, Subiya, South Zour, and South Shuaiba plants.

What is the minimum value for contracts to be tendered through CAPT?

Each contract must exceed KD75,000 to be tendered through CAPT.

When will the tenders for the maintenance contracts be issued?

The ministry plans to issue tenders for the maintenance contracts within the current year.