Photovoltaic energy storage procurement contract template

Do solar projects need an EPC contract?

In our experience, most utility-scale solar projects use an EPC Contract. An operation and maintenance agreement: This is usually a medium- to long-term Operating and Maintenance Agreement (O&M Agreement) with an Operator. The term of the O&M Agreement will vary from project to project.

What is a solar contract?

Solar Contracts are fine-tuned for small and medium-sized, grid-connected solar PV projects. Standardised contracts include: Power Purchase Agreement, Implementation Agreement, O&M Agreement, Supply Agreement, Installation Agreement and Finance Facility Term Sheet. These are complemented by the Implementation Guidelines.

What are standardised solar contracts?

Standardised contracts include: Power Purchase Agreement, Implementation Agreement, O&M Agreement, Supply Agreement, Installation Agreement and Finance Facility Term Sheet. These are complemented by the Implementation Guidelines. Open Solar Contracts review phase is now over.

What is a PV installation agreement?

The Installation Agreement is a lump-sum agreement between the project company, as owner of the project, and the installation contractor, the contractor that will be responsible for installing the PV system, providing the balance of plant and commissioning the plant.

What is a solar power purchase agreement (PPA)?

PPAs are an easy way for governments to “go solar” without needing to use their own upfront capital funds and without the responsibility of managing solar project construction, ownership, and operation. PPAs can be cash flow positive from day one (Better Buildings Finance Navigator: Power Purchase Agreement).

Why should you use a solar procurement template?

Save time in compiling the specifications section of a solar procurement. The template language can be used as a starting point from which agency managers can customize their own language. Act as a checklist so that agencies managers address key issues throughout the process, to ensure the project’s best possible outcome.