Major developers have been invited to submit requests for qualification (RfQs) for the development of a new solar photovoltaic (PV) independent power project (IPP) at Ibri city in Oman. The RfQ was issued by Oman’s Nama Power and Water Procurement company.

The launch of the Ibri III Solar IPP aligns with Oman’s vision to diversify fuel sources and achieve its Net Zero target by 2050, through the use of clean energy for power generation, the group said in its tender notification.

The deadline for submitting the RfQs has been set for 19 February 19, the company stated.

According to a report, the 500MW facility is the fourth solar PV project that is being developed by Nama Power and Water Procurement in partnership with the private sector. In May 2023, the firm announced it was rebranding as it accelerated its focus on developing renewables-based power generation in the Kingdom with the support of the private sector.