Turnkey photovoltaic ESS EPC contract price in Belgium

What is an EPC contract?

An EPC Contract delivers these requirements in a single integrated package, which is one of the major reasons why EPC Contracts are the most common form of construction contract used in project-financed utility-scale solar projects. The key clauses in any construction contract are those that impact on time, cost and quality.

What is Engineering Procurement & Construction (EPC) in photovoltaics?

Engineering, Procurement & Construction EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) in photovoltaics translates to a set of business practices and services which cover all stages in the realization of a photovoltaic plant and manage all the logistics and business and engineering aspects of the plant building process.

What are the disadvantages of an EPC contract?

Another major disadvantage of an EPC Contract becomes evident when problems occur during construction. In return for a guaranteed price and a guaranteed completion date, the Project Company cedes most of the day-to-day control over the construction.

What happens if the EPC contract is uncertain?

Any uncertainty in the EPC Contract may unfortunately see the Contractor liaising directly with these third parties and possibly risking the relationship of the Project Company with key influencers, customers and long-term neighbours.

Do EPC contracts impose PLDs?

Most, however, do not impose PLDs. EPC Contracts impose PLDs because the achievement of the performance guarantees has a significant impact on the ultimate success of a project. Similarly, it is important the solar facility commences operation on time given the liability the Project Company will have under other project agreements.

Who is the appropriate party in an EPC contract?

At a fundamental level, it is imperative that the appropriate party corresponds with the relevant project stakeholders. The Project Company must ensure the EPC Contract states clearly that it is the appropriate party to correspond with any government agencies or authorities and the offtaker.