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Specialized consulting for the formulation of the modernization route of the CNEL EP network

Issued by Ministry of Energy and Non-Renewable Natural Resources · via IDB — BID for the Americas (Inter-American Development Bank)

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Published
10 Oct 2026
Closes
27 Oct 2026, 03:59 UTC
Reference
EC-L1231
Location
Ecuador
Sector
Energy & Power

At a glance

Ministry of Energy and Non-Renewable Natural Resources in Ecuador has published a call for expressions of interest in energy & power: “Specialized consulting for the formulation of the modernization route of the CNEL EP network”. Submissions close on 27 October 2026, 16 days from today. Quote reference EC-L1231 in any correspondence with the buyer. FreeTender has recorded 2 notices from this buyer since 2026, 1 of them currently open. There are 7 open energy & power notices in Ecuador on FreeTender. Bids are submitted to the buyer through IDB — BID for the Americas (Inter-American Development Bank), not through FreeTender.

Details

The Republic of Ecuador has requested financing from the Inter-American Development Bank for the Program for the Modernization and Renovation of the Ecuadorian Electric System and will use part of the proceeds to finance consulting services. The operation is EC-L1231 and the loan agreement is 4600/OC-EC. The Strategic Public Electric Company National Electricity Corporation (CNEL EP) invites eligible consulting firms to express their interest in developing a roadmap for the modernization of the OT/IT technological layer of its network, with a priority horizon of five years. The services include the diagnosis of current technologies and capabilities; definition of a digital architecture that integrates AMI, MDM, ADMS, OMS, DERMS, SCADA, automation, communications, data management and cybersecurity; development of a modernization roadmap; investment and financing strategy; and establishment of a governance, program management and knowledge transfer framework. Firms must accredit at least three consulting projects for companies in the electricity sector during the last seven years, for a minimum cumulative amount of US$2 million, as well as a minimum accumulated specific experience of US$1 million in projects related to the object of the contract. The short list will include between five and eight firms and participation through Joint Venture or subconsulting is allowed. Electronic submission is allowed.

Note: Tender documents and annexes are available in the original language of the country.

Executing unit: Ministry of Energy and Non-Renewable Natural Resources

IDB project: EC-L1231

Contact: [contact details removed]

Financed by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB).

Context for bidders

We hold 2 notices from Ministry of Energy and Non-Renewable Natural Resources, going back to September 2026 — 1 of them still open. They buy mostly in Energy & Power and Financial & Professional Services. There are 7 open Energy & Power tenders in Ecuador. This one closes in 16 days.

Before you bid on this tender

A quick checklist to help you decide whether to bid and prepare a compliant submission for this energy & power opportunity. Always verify the details on the official source.

  • Confirm the exact closing date and time (and time zone) on the official portal — deadlines are strict and can be revised by a corrigendum.
  • Read the full notice and every attached document, including the scope, specifications and any bill of quantities or terms of reference.
  • Check the eligibility criteria — prior similar experience, annual turnover, certifications and registrations — and make sure you qualify before investing effort.
  • Prepare any earnest-money deposit (EMD) or bid security and the required formats early; missing or wrongly-formatted documents are a common cause of rejection.
  • Note how bids must be submitted (online or physical), in what format, and whether a digital signature or portal registration is required.
  • Watch for corrigenda and clarifications right up to the deadline — requirements and dates can change.
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