Turnkey rooftop solar storage EPC contract price in New Zealand

Where is solar EPC based?

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Are solar EPC contracts common in New Zealand?

However, EPC contracts are not common in the domestic construction industry – there is no market ‘standard’ form in New Zealand. Consequently, in New Zealand the solar EPC contracts are either based on the FIDIC suite, or bespoke agreements used by private developers in other jurisdictions.

Should a project be delivered under an EPC or turnkey contract?

One of the main drivers for and major advantages delivering a project under an EPC or turnkey contract, as opposed to adopting a multi-contract approach, is that project developers and project finance lenders have a single point of responsibility.

How does a roof top solar PV system work?

In the case of a roof top or ground mount solar PV system, the energy captured by the panels during daylight hours can be stored by the battery which can then be used to power your business during peak high tariff times, when energy purchased from the grid is at a premium, or at night.

Will EPC contracts provide for the handover of a solar facility?

EPC Contracts will not provide for the handover of the solar facility to the Project Company, and the PPA will not become effective until all commissioning and reliability trialling has been successfully completed.

Should you choose an EPC contract for a solar project?

Given the significant monetary value of EPC Contracts, and the potential adverse consequences if problems occur during construction, the lowest price should not be the only factor used when selecting a Contractor. As noted earlier, an EPC Contract is one of a suite of agreements necessary to develop a solar project.