BCEAO Launches Tender for Solar Power Systems at Its Branches

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Tuesday, 23 June 2026 17:40

BCEAO Launches Tender for Solar Power Systems at Its Branches

(Togo First) - The Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) has launched a tender to select companies to install solar photovoltaic (PV) systems at several of its sites across the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA), including its branches in Lomé and Kara.

The project forms part of a broader program that also covers Benin, Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire and Niger.

For Togo, the work will focus on the BCEAO's two facilities in Lomé and Kara. The project includes the supply and installation of photovoltaic panels, control and monitoring systems, safety equipment, and training for the Bank's technicians to operate and maintain the systems.

A market open to specialized companies

The tender is open to companies specializing in solar photovoltaic installations that are authorized to operate in WAMU member states. Bids must be submitted by July 31, 2026. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 30, a prerequisite for submitting a bid.

The initiative reflects a broader trend in Togo, where a growing number of public and private institutions are investing in renewable energy to reduce their dependence on the electricity grid and better manage energy costs.

A trend already underway in Togo

At the national level, several projects have illustrated this shift in recent years. The government launched the Cizo rural electrification program, which relies on individual solar kits to expand access to electricity. The country is also home to the Blitta solar power plant, one of the largest in West Africa, whose capacity was increased to 70 MWp following an expansion.

In addition, several government agencies, public institutions and companies have begun integrating photovoltaic solutions into their infrastructure. These efforts support the country's goal of increasing the share of renewable energy in its energy mix and strengthening energy security.

Ayi Renaud Dossavi

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