Oman’s Nama PWP Receives Multiple Bids for Independent Power Projects

Nama Power and Water Procurement (PWP), the exclusive procurer of power and water in Oman, has officially received multiple bids from qualified developers for the development of two major Independent Power Projects (IPPs) namely, Misfah and Duqm.

These projects mark a key milestone in addressing Oman’s growing energy demand and ensuring future grid stability. Developed under a Build, Own, and Operate framework, the projects are central to Oman’s strategy to enhance energy security, support industrial growth, and diversify its energy mix. The competitive bidding process, launched on March 27, 2025, attracted proposals from both regional and international developers with expertise in financing, designing, constructing, and operating high-efficiency thermal power assets.

The proposed Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) plants, located in Muscat and Al Wusta Governorates, are expected to have a combined generation capacity of approximately 2,400 MW. Once operational, they will provide reliable and dispatchable state-of-the-art power technology to the grid.

A total of three bids were received from local and international consortiums viz. ACWA Power Company; Korea Western Power Co., Ltd., Nebras Power Q.P.S.C., Etihad Water and Electricity Company PJSC, Bhawan Infrastructure Services; and Shenzhen Energy Group Co., Ltd. in partnership with Oman National Engineering & Investment Co.

Ahmed bin Salim Al Abri, CEO of Nama PWP, stated, “The receipt of bids for the Misfah and Duqm power plants represents a key milestone in strengthening Oman’s energy infrastructure. These projects reflect PWP’s commitment to developing sustainable and reliable energy solutions, supporting industrial growth, and leveraging the expertise of regional and international developers. The plants, capable of partially operating with green hydrogen, will enhance grid flexibility and ensure a reliable power supply aligned with Oman’s long-term energy and economic vision.”