The Government of the Bahamas is inviting bids on a project to design, supply, and install solar PV arrays, battery energy storage systems, and related infrastructure. The facilities (East Grand Bahama Resilient Microgrid) would be located at Free Town, McLean’s Town, Sweeting’s Cay, and Water Cay.
Objective
The project aims to deploy decentralized renewable energy systems to reduce reliance on the main grid and ensure continued power supply during natural disasters. The facilities will enhance energy resilience, reduce GHG emissions, and augment sustainable energy sources.
Technologies
- Solar photovoltaic generation,
- battery energy storage systems, and
- microgrid controllers.
Timeline
Open Date: March 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT
Questions Due Date: April 13, 2026, at 11:30 PM EDT
Close Date: April 27, 2026, at 05:00 PM EDT
Contact Information
Project Execution Unit, Ministry of Energy and Transport: projectexecutionmota@bahamas.gov.bs
Request for Bids Terms