Hydro-Mekin Cameroon hydropower plant rehabilitation consultants sought

• Hydro-Mekin has launched a restricted tender to select a consulting firm for the rehabilitation of its 15 MW Mekin hydropower plant.
• The selected consultant will conduct a full technical assessment, prepare detailed engineering designs, and estimate rehabilitation costs.
• Three international engineering firms – Artelia, CIMA Global (which integrated CIMA International in 2022), and ISL Ingénierie – have been shortlisted to compete for the consulting contract.
• The outcome of this tender is expected to set the stage for the rehabilitation work and potential future contracts in Cameroon's energy sector.

The selected consultant will review equipment manufacturer's assessment reports, maintenance records, and evaluate the condition of the plant's equipment to recommend technical solutions and estimate rehabilitation costs.

Hydro-Mekin has initiated a crucial step in restoring its 15 MW Mekin hydropower plant by launching a restricted tender to select a consulting firm. The chosen consultant will play a pivotal role in defining the scope of the rehabilitation work, including conducting a full technical assessment and preparing detailed engineering designs. This process is expected to take four months, with an estimated budget of CFA150 million ($259,000) financed through Hydro-Mekin's 2026 budget. The selected firm will review equipment manufacturer's assessment reports, maintenance records, and evaluate the condition of the plant's equipment to recommend technical solutions and estimate rehabilitation costs.

The tender notice does not disclose the nature of the 'two major events' that affected the facility, nor the extent of the damage. However, it is clear that the selected consultant will be responsible for assessing the repairs needed to restore the plant to its optimal functioning capacity. The consulting contract has been shortlisted among three international engineering firms: France's Artelia, Canada's CIMA Global (which integrated CIMA International in 2022), and France's ISL Ingénierie. These firms will compete to provide their expertise in defining the scope of the rehabilitation work and preparing tender documents for the construction phase.

The outcome of this tender is significant not only for Hydro-Mekin but also for lawyers advising clients on energy projects in Cameroon. The selected consultant's assessment and recommendations will set the stage for the rehabilitation work and potential future contracts. As such, it is essential for legal professionals to closely monitor the developments surrounding this project, as they may have a direct impact on their clients' interests and business prospects.

Lawyers advising clients on energy projects in Cameroon should watch for the outcome of this tender, as the selected consultant's assessment and recommendations will set the stage for the rehabilitation work and potential future contracts.

Source: Original reporting via Hydro-Mekin