Energy Fiji Limited (EFL) has launched an international procurement drive seeking top-tier consultants and engineering firms to deliver what it describes as one of the Pacific’s largest renewable-energy infrastructure programs — a transformational plan valued at about $4.5 billion,
The initiative — spanning 2026 to 2029 — will fund major solar, hydropower and grid-modernisation projects designed to move Fiji to approximately 90 per cent renewable electricity by 2035.
According to EFL notice, the program is being developed with support from global development partners including the Asian Development Bank, World Bank Group (including IFC), European Union, European Investment Bank, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, Japan International Cooperation Agency, and other bilateral and climate-finance institutions.
The financing structure blends concessional loans, grants, export-credit facilities and private-sector participation, aligning with international best practice. EFL says the program presents a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” for global firms to help shape Fiji’s national power system.
EFL has outlined four packages to potential bidders.
Package A is a solar PV and Battery Energy Storage (≈165 MW) turnkey design and construction of utility-scale solar farms, battery systems, substations and grid connections, with performance guarantees on efficiency and reliability.
Package B is related to transmission system upgrades with construction of 132kV transmission lines and substations, SCADA and control-system upgrades, and high-voltage works in cyclone-prone terrain, meeting strict grid-code standards.
Package C is for the Qaliwana Hydropower Project (≈21 MW) with design-build delivery of dam, tunnels, waterways, powerhouse, electromechanical plant and grid connection — technically complex civil works requiring specialist expertise.
Package D deals with the Vatutokotoko Hydropower Project (≈28 MW) with construction of a large RCC dam and tunnels, electromechanical installation and multi-year works with strong environmental and safety oversight, backed by long-term performance guarantees.
All engineering, procurement, and construction contracts will be implemented under The International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC) Yellow Book (Design-Build) or other appropriate FIDIC conditions of contract.
EFL is inviting internationally recognised consulting firms and EPC contractors to submit interest, as Fiji positions renewable energy at the centre of its economic resilience and climate-action strategy.
