ARAB REPUBLIC OF EGYPT


UPGRADING THE EXTRA HIGH VOLTAGE RESEARCH CENTER (EHVRC) OF THE EGYPTIAN ELECTRICITY HOLDING COMPANY

CONSULTING SERVICES
Expressions of Interest

The Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy (“MoERE”) of the Arab Republic of Egypt has received a financing from Agence Française de Développement (“AFD”) and intends to use part of the funds thereof for payments under the following project: Upgrading the Extra High Voltage Research Center (EHVRC) of the Egyptian Electricity Holding Company.
In October 2016, the Government of Egypt (“GoE”) has adopted the Integrated Sustainable Energy Strategy (“ISES”) 2035 to modernise the energy sector and increase the renewable energy (“RE”) penetration in the energy mix. This strategy has set the RE targets of 20% of the electricity mix by 2022 and 42% by 2035.
Within this context, the AFD has agreed to allocation a Grant in a maximum aggregate amount of three million Euros (EUR 3,000,000) to support the MoERE, the Egyptian Electricity Holding Company (“EEHC”), and the Egyptian Electricity Transmission company (“EETC”) in achieving the objectives of the ISES 2035 and developing of the Egyptian Energy Sector. Accordingly, the grant has specified three major targets, (i) enhancing the governance of the energy sector, (ii) optimising the energy use, and (iii) improving energy supply. This Grant is managed and supervised by a project management team within MoERE for the benefit of EEHC and EEHC and the relevant affiliated companies.
EEHC is an Egyptian joint-stock company serving over 41.7 million customers via 6 generation and 9 distribution companies distributed across Egypt. In addition, the transmission system operator, EETC, is also among the affiliated company of EEHC. In line with the ISES 2035, EEHC and its subsidiaries and affiliated companies play an important role towards the achievement a high quality of service, optimising energy supply and use. Accordingly, EEHC has been working actively over the past years on enhancing corporate governance within and between the sector entities.
Several technical assistance and capacity-building programs have been provided to EEHC and key stakeholders, focusing on corporate risk assessment, internal auditing, and compliance and governance systems. However, continued support is needed to strengthen corporate governance and adapt to the sector’s rapid transformation.
In light of accelerating technological advancements, growing demand for reliable power, and the need for innovation in extra high voltage (EHV) and distribution networks, part of the allocated grant will be used to upgrade the existing EHV Research Center (EHVRC). The project aims to enhance testing capabilities, support advanced research in EHV and distribution systems, build local expertise, and ensure the center remains responsive to the evolving needs of the electricity sector.
The Services of the Consultant shall consist of, but not limited to the following:
• Evaluate the current testing capabilities, infrastructure, staffing, and operational procedures of the EHVRC to identify gaps and opportunities for enhancement, in alignment with international best practices.
• Preparation of a Comprehensive Feasibility and Technical Study.
• Develop technical specifications and conceptual designs for modernizing existing laboratories and establishing new testing facilities capable of addressing emerging grid technologies, including smart grids and renewable energy integration.
• Develop a phased upgrade roadmap, including resource mobilization, institutional restructuring, and change management strategies. Support EEHC in the establishment of a dedicated project implementation unit.
• Assist in drafting advaned tests list for the network components and equipments.
• "Preparation of the Technical Specifications for the Development and Upgrade of the EHVRC" including establishment of new testing laboratories capable of conducting all types of electrical and non-electrical tests (type, routine, special, sample, and after installation) on all components of the electrical network.
• Assist in drafting technical specifications, procurement documents, and evaluation criteria for the acquisition of advanced testing equipment. Provide quality assurance and commissioning support during installation.
• Development of an International Accreditation Roadmap to Ensure that the layout, testing procedures, and quality management systems are fully aligned with IEC/ISO 17025 requirements, STL (Short-Circuit Testing Liaison) standards.

The MoERE of the Arab Republic of Egypt hereby invites Applicants to show their interest in delivering the Services described above.
This Request for Expressions of Interest is open to:
 Consulting firms q Individual consultants

q NGOs q Joint Venture between NGO(s) and consulting firm(s)
Eligibility criteria to AFD financing are specified in sub-clause 1.3 of the "Procurement Guidelines for AFD Financed Contracts in Foreign Countries", available online on AFD’s website: http://www.afd.fr.
The Applicant shall submit only one application, either in its own name or as a member of a Joint Venture (JV). If an Applicant (including any JV member) submits or participates in more than one application, those applications shall be all rejected. However, the same Subconsultant may participate in several applications.
If the Applicant is a JV, the expression of interest shall include:
 A copy of the JV Agreement entered into by all members,
or
 A letter of intent to execute a JV Agreement, signed by all members together with a copy of the Agreement proposal,
In the absence of this document, the other members will be considered as Subconsultants.
Experiences and qualifications of Subconsultants are not taken into account in the evaluation of the applications.
Interested Applicants must provide information evidencing that they are qualified and experienced to perform those Services. For that purpose, documented evidence of recent and similar services shall be submitted.
Determination of the similarity of the experiences will be based on:
 The contracts size and duration;
 Experience in the design, implementation, or upgrade of high-voltage laboratories, testing centers, or research institutions related to power transmission and distribution.
 Technical area and expertise in developing and delivering capacity building program design, focused on technical loss calculation and reduction, including on-the-job training, while strengthening real-time monitoring and automated control capabilities to enhance the stability and overall performance of the transmission and distribution network.
 The technical area and expertise, in particular the Electricity Sectors and its challenges in the Northern African Countries;
 Demonstrated experience in providing consulting services to Electricity Utilities or Public;
 Regional experience working in Egypt, Middle-East and North Africa;
 Working experience in developing cooperations projects.
The Client will also take into account for the evaluation of the applications the following items:
 Technical Skills and availability of key experts;
 Availability of Local representatives and partners;
 Quality assurance procedures and certifications of the Applicant: for example, ISO 9001 or any relevant certification.
Among the submitted applications, the MoERE for the Arab Republic of Egypt will shortlist a maximum of six (6) Applicants, to whom the Request for Proposals to carry out the Services shall be sent.
The Expressions of Interest must be submitted to the address below no later than the 18th of June 2025.

Eng. AbdelWahab Qamar: Project Coordinator
E-mail: abdelwahab.eeu@gmail.com

Interested Applicants may obtain further information at the addresses below during office hours 09:00 am to 03:00 pm:

 Eng. AbdelWahab Qamar: Project Coordinator
Phone: 02-22639814, E-mail: abdelwahab.eeu@gmail.com
The Governmental District, New Administrative Capital, Cairo, Egypt, The Head Quarter Building 6th Floor, International Cooperation.,
Attention : Eng. Abdelwahab Qamar
Tel : + 202 22 63 98 14
Fax: + 202 22 61 65 23