Philippine National Oil (PNOC) is seeking consultancy services for the development of a 7 MW ground-mounted solar project in Cagayan province, located at the northeastern tip of Luzon.
The planned solar array will be installed at the Magapit Main Canal.
According to the tender, the selected consultant will be tasked with delivering a detailed feasibility study, covering technical, environmental, financial, and legal considerations necessary for project implementation.
A budget of PHP 10 million (approximately $176.4m has been allocated for the project.
Eligibility is open to Filipino citizens, as well as sole proprietorships, partnerships, or organisations with at least 60% Filipino ownership. Foreign entities may also participate if their countries offer reciprocal rights to Filipino firms. Applications are due by July 15.
The project aligns with broader efforts in the Philippines to expand solar deployment over irrigation canals.
The National Irrigation Administration commissioned the country’s first canal-top solar irrigation system in October 2023, with the largest to date beginning operations in June 2024.
