NAIROBI, Kenya, May 31 – Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced an open tender for the supply and delivery of electric vehicle (EV) chargers and related compact substations.
The firm says the move marks a significant step towards establishing a network of EV charging stations across the country.
KPLC asserts that the initiative aligns with Kenya’s broader strategy to promote sustainable energy and reduce carbon emissions.
The utility firm has called on interested parties to thoroughly review the document before submitting their bids.
“All tenderer are advised to read carefully this tender document in its entirety before making any bid,” reads a notice by KPLC.
Kenya Power’s move to expand the EV charging infrastructure comes in response to the growing adoption of electric vehicles in Kenya.
This development is expected to bolster the country’s efforts to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and enhance the use of clean energy.
Last year, Kenya Power assured EV investors that it has enough energy capacity to meet demand from clean cars.
It said that its grid network is extensive to support the transition from fuel-powered vehicles to EVs.
“The Company has consistently invested heavily towards the expansion of the grid’s capacity and its automation to accommodate the exponential growth in demand for electricity and to improve the flexibility of the grid and, in turn, the quality of power supply,” said Kenya Power’s acting managing director, Geoffrey Muli.
