CALL FOR QUOTATIONS (CFQ)

Procurement of Solar Photovoltaic Systems for Selected Communities in Kassena-West District, Upper East Region, Ghana

Reference No: FTN SP 261

Date of Issue: 10th January 2026

1. Introduction

Fogwem Tikseem, an NGO, in partnership with the ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency, is committed to promoting clean and renewable energy in dry-season irrigation farming.

We invite eligible and qualified firms to submit sealed quotations for the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of five solar photovoltaic (PV) water pumping systems in the following communities:

  • Chiana
  • Asunia
  • Kalvio
  • Nayemnia
  • Kassena

These installations aim to improve access to reliable, sustainable electricity in off-grid areas of the Upper East Region.

2. Scope of Work

The scope of this procurement includes:

  • Site assessment and system sizing for each community.
  • Design of solar PV systems to meet community energy needs (load requirements to be provided during site visits or upon request).
  • Supply and delivery of all components, including:
  • PV modules (Tier 1 quality).
  • Solar pumps (set).
  • Mounting structures.
  • Inverters (preferably hybrid inverters).
  • Battery storage (Lithium-ion or approved alternative).
  • Charge controllers (if required).
  • Cabling, junction boxes, protection devices, etc.
  • Installation and commissioning of the systems.
  • Testing and training of local operators or community representatives.
  • Provision of maintenance manuals and as-built documentation.
  • Minimum 1-year warranty on equipment and workmanship, with post-installation support.

3. Location of Delivery and Installation

Community District Region
Chiana Kassena-West Upper East
Asunia Kassena-West Upper East
Kalvio Kassena-West Upper East
Nayemnia Kassena-West Upper East
Kassena Kassena-West Upper East

4. Required Qualifications

Interested firms must:

  • Be registered and licensed to operate in Ghana or provide evidence of partnership with a local entity.
  • Have at least 3 years of experience in installing off-grid solar systems.
  • Provide evidence of past similar projects (attach references and project summaries).
  • Submit a valid tax clearance certificate and business registration documents.
  • Demonstrate technical and financial capacity to deliver the project within the specified timeline.

5. Submission Requirements

Each quotation should include:

  • Detailed technical proposal, including system design, capacity sizing, component brands, and specifications.
  • Cost breakdown (equipment, transport, installation, taxes, etc.) for each of the five sites, with total sum.
  • Delivery and installation schedule (not exceeding 8 weeks after contract award).
  • Warranty terms and post-installation support plan.
  • Company profile and relevant experience.

All quotations should be in Ghana Cedis (GHS) and remain valid for 90 days after the submission deadline.

6. Evaluation Criteria

Criteria Weight
Technical proposal quality 30%
Relevant experience 20%
Price competitiveness 30%
Delivery timeline 10%
Warranty and support provisions 10%

7. Submission Details

Quotations must be sealed and clearly marked:

"Quotation for Solar PV Systems - Kassena-West District"

and delivered to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Fogwem Tikseem, NGO
P.O. Box NV 212, Navrongo, Upper East Region
Upper East Region - Ghana
Email: ftikseem@gmail.com
Phone: 0548256842

Deadline for submission: 31st January 2027 at 11:59 GMT

Late submissions will not be considered.

8. Site Visit / Pre-Bid Meeting (Optional)

Interested bidders may attend an optional site visit and briefing session scheduled for:

  • Date: 20th January 2027
  • Venue: Kassena-West District Assembly Hall
  • Time: 9:30am

This will provide an opportunity to gather on-the-ground information and ask questions about the project.

9. Clarifications

For any clarifications or additional information, please contact:

Procurement Officer
Phone: 0548256842
Email: ftikseem@gmail.com

10. Disclaimer

The Kassena-West District Assembly reserves the right to accept or reject any quotation, to annul the process, or to cancel this procurement without incurring any liability or providing any reason.

Issued By

Gloria Naboo
Assistant Project Coordinator
Fogwem Tikseem, NGO
Kassena-Nakanah West District
Email: naboogloria@gmail.com
Date: 10th January 2027