Tender Notice: Installation of a 13kWp Solar Energy System with Cold Room Facility for Kychom, Samu Chiefdom, Kambia District.

Tender Notice: Installation of a 13kWp Solar Energy System with Cold Room Facility for Kychom, Samu Chiefdom, Kambia District. Tender Sierra Leone , Kambia March 17, 2026 Tender Application ends: April 6, 2026 Apply Now Apply for this job Email * You accept our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Job Description Call for Tender Installation of a 13kWp Solar Energy System with Cold Room Facility for Kychom, Samu Chiefdom, Kambia District. About TENN The Energy Nexus Network (TENN) is a regional knowledge and facilitation hub for scaling decentralized renewable energy solutions using sustainable energy (SDG7) as a critical catalyst and entry point to improve major development outcomes. TENN’s mission is to build resilient ecosystems around decentralized renewable energy. As an aggregator, TENN enables cross-sectoral dialogue and facilitates business, policy, and technical engagements to strengthen linkages between energy and key sectors such as livelihood, health, climate action, and agri-value chains. TENN provides advisory support to enhance the institutional capacities of energy sector agencies and local institutions to address energy priorities coherently. The organization focuses on the Energy-Healthcare Nexus and Energy-Livelihood Nexus to improve social and development outcomes. Scope of Operations Collaborates with local and international partners to develop and strengthen sustainable ecosystems for decentralized renewable energy access in underserved communities. Serves as the regional energy ecosystem hub for innovating and scaling sustainable decentralized renewable energy solutions through the Global SDG7 Hubs , an initiative of the SELCO Foundation. Champions initiatives that integrate productive use applications of energy to support development, focusing on enterprises, innovators, sectoral champions, and policymakers. Conducts needs assessments, pilot projects, and solution deployment in agri-value chains, healthcare, and livelihoods, particularly benefiting women and small businesses in remote areas. Background The Energy Nexus Network (TENN), in partnership with GOAL Sierra Leone and funded by Jersey Overseas Aid (JOA) , is implementing the project: “Resilience of the Blue Economy: Enhanced Resilience of Rural Communities Through Women-Led Conservation, Financial Inclusion, and Livelihood Diversification.” As part of this initiative, TENN seeks proposals from qualified Energy Procurement Construction (EPC) companies for the solarisation and installation of a cold room facility powered by a 13kWp solar photovoltaic system in Kychom, Samu Chiefdom, Kambia District . The cold room facility will support fish preservation and cold storage services for local communities , improving value chains in fisheries and reducing post-harvest losses while creating opportunities for community-based micro-enterprises. The cold storage unit will measure 2.3m x 2.0m x 2.3m and will be powered by a solar photovoltaic system to ensure reliable and sustainable energy supply in the community. Timeline Publishing Date: 17th March, 2026 Deadline for Submission of Bids: 6th April, 2026 Bid Opening Date: 9th April, 2026 Contract Award Date: 28th April, 2026 Project Completion Timeline: Within 7 days of contract signing Point of Contact For all technical inquiries, please contact : +23233820964/+23278421242/+23299623508 Closing Date for Inquiries: 6th April, 2026. Method of Submission All interested Energy Procurement Construction (EPC) firms are requested to submit a complete proposal package including technical and financial bids via: Hard Copy Submission JOA Procurement Committee The Energy Nexus Network (TENN) 30 FAO Drive, Aberdeen Freetown, Sierra Leone Soft Copy Submission (PDF Format) Email to tennprocurement.joa@gmail.com Evaluation Criteria Essential Criteria Company registration and legal documentation Evidence of similar project experience in Sierra Leone or the region ( at least 3 projects from 2022–2025 ) Award Criteria Quality – 55% Technical Soundness of Proposed Design Provide a clear and technically justified solar system design, including load analysis and sizing. Evaluation Criteria Alignment with system demand Design efficiency Clarity of system architecture Component Specifications and Warranties Submit datasheets and warranty details for major components. Solar panels – Minimum 20-year warranty Lithium batteries – Minimum 3-year warranty Hybrid inverters – Minimum 2-year warranty Breakers and accessories – Minimum 1-year warranty Evaluation Criteria Compliance with warranty standards Product certification Technical specifications Demonstrated Experience with Solar Cold Storage or Off-grid Systems Provide evidence of at least 3 similar completed projects , including: Completion certificate Client references Site photos Evaluation Criteria Relevant experience Successful implementation track record Environmental Safety and Quality Control Plan Submit a clear plan outlining environmental safety and