KAPCO Deh Halkani 120MW Solar PV OE

Project Overview

The Deh Halkani Solar PV Project is a utility-scale 120 MW solar power development situated in Deh Halkani, District West, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan. Developed by the Kot Addu Power Company (KAPCO), this project represents a milestone in the utility-scale renewable energy procurement framework in Pakistan. The project was initiated through competitive bidding conducted by K-Electric under the NEPRA Electric Power Procurement Regulations, 2022, marking a major departure from historically negotiated upfront tariffs. KAPCO emerged as the successful bidder in the competitive process.

The primary objective of the project is to evacuate and deliver low-cost, clean electricity directly into K-Electric’s distribution grid, supporting K-Electric’s strategic target of increasing its renewable generation share to 30% by 2030. The transition from legacy thermal operations to low-cost solar is a strategic shift for KAPCO, which reported zero electricity generation in financial year 2024 following the expiration of its thermal power purchase agreement in late 2022. By deploying advanced solar photovoltaic technology, the project lowers the regional cost of power generation and improves grid stability in the western industrial corridor of Karachi. In support of this development, comprehensive Owner’s Engineering (OE) services were deployed.

Project Specifications

• Project Capacity: 120 MW utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant.
• Project Location: Deh Halkani, District West, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.
• Policy Alignment: Aligns with the NEPRA Electric Power Procurement Regulations, 2022 and K-Electric’s goal of 30% renewable energy capacity integration by 2030.

OMS Scope of Services

Contracted by KAPCO to provide comprehensive Owner’s Engineering Services, strictly covering:

1. Pre-Bid Activities
   • EPC ITB Preparation and Submission to KAPCO.
   • Pre- and Post-bid clarifications and EPC techno-commercial bids evaluation report.
   • Preparation of KE technical forms for the competitive bidding process.
2. Pre-Construction Activities
3. • Review of final EPC Bid Submissions.
   • Contract Negotiation with EPC Contractor.
   • Support for issuance of LOI.
   • Support for finalization of suite of agreements.
   • Support for filing of Generation License Application.
   • Support for Financial Close for the Project.