Consulting Firm for the Development of Advancing Renewable Energy through Floating Solar Photovoltaics (FPV) in Philippines

Title : Consulting Firm for the Development of Advancing Renewable Energy through Floating Solar Photovoltaics (FPV) in Philippines
Reference : 100014485
Process : RFP
Description : GGGI Philippines Country Office is inviting eligible firms/entities to submit their proposals for the following scope of work:

Deadline For Applications : 29 Dec 2025 16:00 (UTC +09:00) Korea Standard Time

PROJECT BACKGROUND:
The Philippines faces increasing electricity demand driven by population growth, urbanization, and economic development. Despite having diverse energy resources, the country’s power sector remains dominated by fossil fuels, with coal accounting for more than half of the generation mix. This dependence not only contributes to greenhouse gas emissions but also exposes the power sector to fuel price volatility and energy security risks. At the same time, the availability of suitable land for ground-mounted solar is limited, creating challenges for scaling up renewable energy.
Floating Solar Photovoltaics (FPV) presents a promising solution. With an estimated technical potential of 42–108 GW across natural waterbodies and reservoirs, FPV can help diversify the energy mix, optimize use of existing hydropower and irrigation infrastructure, and minimize land-use conflicts. The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) has identified more than 1,400 MW of FPV potential across major dams, while the Department of Energy (DOE) aims to achieve a renewable energy share of 35% by 2030 and 50% by 2040. Deploying large-scale FPV projects can significantly contribute to these targets, while also advancing the country’s commitments under the Paris Agreement and the Philippine Energy Plan (PEP) 2017–2040.

OBJECTIVE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
The project, Advancing Renewable Energy through Floating Solar Photovoltaics (FPV) in the Philippines, seeks to accelerate the country’s clean energy transition by creating an enabling environment for FPV development and designing a bankable large-scale FPV project (targeting 300 MW). Specifically, the project will:
1. Conduct a comprehensive landscape analysis of policies, regulations, tariffs, and institutional frameworks affecting FPV deployment.
2. Undertake technical due diligence and feasibility studies to identify optimal project design, capacity, and site-specific solutions.
3. Develop viable business and financial models, including innovative financing instruments, to attract private sector participation and reduce investment risks.
4. Formalize partnerships with DOE, NIA, and other stakeholders to strengthen governance and regulatory support for FPV.
5. Provide investment advisory services and prepare technical and financial documentation to mobilize financing for project implementation.
Through these interventions, the project aims to demonstrate the viability of FPV in the Philippines, establish replicable models for scaling across other dams and reservoirs, and position the country as a regional leader in floating solar energy deployment.

For further details on the Scope of Work, please refer to the Terms of Reference available under the published Document Set.

IMPORTANT TIMELINES:
The tender submission deadline is 29 December 2025, 16:00 Hrs KST (Korean Standard Time) / 15:00 Hrs PST.
If any bidder has any request for clarification on the TOR or any part of the tender documents, GGGI will be happy to clarify if they are received on or before 7 days before the deadline (namely: if the tender submission deadline is 16:00 15 April KST, then the due date for submission of request for clarification is 16:00 8 April KST).

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