4 FAQs about Procurement Contract for Corrosion-Resistant Photovoltaic Storage Containers

Do solar projects need an EPC contract?

In our experience, most utility-scale solar projects use an EPC Contract. An operation and maintenance agreement: This is usually a medium- to long-term Operating and Maintenance Agreement (O&M Agreement) with an Operator. The term of the O&M Agreement will vary from project to project.

Is a contract price a factor in the bankability of a solar project?

Price is also a consideration but is usually considered separately from the bankability of the contract because the contract price (or more accurately the capital cost of the solar facility) relates to the bankability of the project as a whole.

What is an EPC contract?

The major advantage of the EPC Contract is that it provides a single point of responsibility. In our experience, most utility-scale solar projects use an EPC Contract. An operation and maintenance agreement: This is usually a medium- to long-term Operating and Maintenance Agreement (O&M Agreement) with an Operator.

What is a bankable EPC contract?

A bankable EPC Contract is a contract with a risk allocation between the Contractor and the Project Company to the satisfaction of Lenders and their credit committees.

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