Independent Power Transmission Operator (IPTO) on Thursday announced a tender procedure aiming at a framework-agreement for underwater AC power cable projects for interconnections to the Dodecanese and North Aegean islands, via competitive dialogue.
The competitive procedure aims at the selection of contractors for the eight-year project “Study, supply and installation of underwater and subterranean cables in the context of projects to connect islands with the Greek Electric Power Transmission System”, on the basis of the lowest price offer.
According to an announcement, it is the first time that IPTO is proceeding to make a framework agreement, a practice followed by other European power transmission operators.
The specific procedure was selected due to the extremely limited availability of slots for the production of undersea cables, both in Greece and globally, creating the necessity to promptly engage vessels and cable production lines. The agreement is also expected to ensure lower prices and save time and resources by holding one instead of several separate tender procedures.
It will take place in two phases: the first phase will select the potential contractors among those that apply to participate; in the second phase, those selected in the first phase must submit their financial offers. The aim is to complete the process and select the contractor/contractors within the year.
SOURCE; ANA-MPA
