Call for Registration of Interest (ROI) Rakiura Energy Project

Context:

a. This Registration of Interest (ROI) is an invitation to submit a Registration of Interest in the Rakiura Renewable Energy Project.

b. This ROI is the first step in a multi-step procurement process. After evaluation, shortlisted Respondent/s will be invited to participate in the next step.

This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in helping New Zealand’s south... Context:

a. This Registration of Interest (ROI) is an invitation to submit a Registration of Interest in the Rakiura Renewable Energy Project.

b. This ROI is the first step in a multi-step procurement process. After evaluation, shortlisted Respondent/s will be invited to participate in the next step.

This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in helping New Zealand’s southernmost community to have more affordable energy and a more robust electricity generation and distribution network.

There are a number of options we are keen to explore through this ROI and are seeking responses from companies that wish to provide one or more of the following services:

1. Design and build 2MWp solar and 4 MWh battery system integrated with the existing diesel generation with full network automation to enable remote access and management of the network.

2. Upgrading the distribution network including completing an 11kV ring main, projects to strengthen the existing network to improve resilience, and replace legacy meters with smart meters

3. Operate and maintain SIESA’s electricity generation and distribution network.

Why should you register your interest?

This is an opportunity to contribute to the sustainable development of an internationally recognised Southland destination and you:

• want to contribute to helping a small island community of approximately 400 people to have a more sustainable and affordable long-term electricity supply;
• have a passion for small scale energy projects that are appropriate for their location and the people they serve; and
• have the skills that can make this project happen quickly to start making a real difference in people’s lives.

Our timeline
Deadline for Questions from Respondents: 5pm, 22/08/2025
Deadline for Registrations: 11.59pm, 29/08/2025
Shortlisted Respondents will be notified by 11/09/2025
RFP will be released to shortlisted Respondents: 12/09/2025
Contract start date: 1/12/2025