Retele Electrice Romania, part of the PPC Group, has launched a major procurement process aimed at reinforcing Romania’s electricity distribution infrastructure in the coming years. The company has opened a tender for the supply of compact, factory-assembled secondary substations as part of its long-term investment plan covering the 2026–2030 period.
The contract, valued at up to approximately €12 million (excluding VAT), focuses on the delivery of prefabricated concrete transformer stations equipped with 24 kV medium-voltage systems. These “MINIBOX” units are fully integrated installations designed to speed up deployment, reduce on-site construction time, and improve operational safety once connected to the grid.
After installation, the substations will be integrated into the network’s remote monitoring and control system, supporting more efficient grid management. The initiative is part of a broader modernization strategy aimed at increasing network capacity, improving reliability, and enabling smoother integration of new energy sources, including decentralized generation.
The standardized and compact design of the units is also expected to optimize space usage at distribution points while strengthening resilience against climate-related disruptions. The procurement process is open for bids until 25 May, and the selected contractor will be responsible for deliveries over a four-year implementation period.
