Al-Khairan IWPP phase 1 (est. USD 2bn) and Al-Shagaya zone 2 solar PV (500 MW) – major generation projects awaiting awards
المرحلة الأولى من مشروع الخيران المستقل للمياه والكهرباء (نحو 2 مليار دولار) ومحطة الشقايا للطاقة الشمسية – المنطقة الثانية (500 ميجاوات) – مشاريع توليد كبرى بانتظار الترسية
Two large Kuwaiti power/water awards are pending; EPC contractors, PV module/inverter, desalination and HV equipment suppliers should position with shortlisted developers before financial close.
| Type | Pre-qualification / EOI |
|---|---|
| Status | Open – deadline not published |
| Country | Kuwait · Al-Khairan / Al-Shagaya |
| Client / owner | Kuwait power & water sector (client not named in source) |
| Value | USD 2bn (Al-Khairan phase 1, est.) |
| Announced | 09 Oct 2026 |
| Project type | Power plants & renewables, Water, desalination & treatment |
Trades and packages needed
- MV/HV substations & transmission lines (main package)
- Solar PV & battery storage (main package)
- Mechanical erection & equipment installation (main package)
- Electrical & instrumentation (E&I) installation (main package)
- Process piping fabrication & welding
- Water & wastewater treatment equipment
- Cables, switchgear & electrical materials
- HVAC, pumps & mechanical equipment supply
- Concrete works (in-situ)
What to do
Early stage – get on the client's or bidders' vendor lists now.