Serbia is taking another step toward the development of a major energy infrastructure project, as state-owned utility EPS has launched a public procurement process to prepare essential documentation for the Bistrica pumped-storage hydropower plant.
The contract, valued at approximately €5.2 million, covers the preparation of a comprehensive set of technical, planning, and regulatory documents needed to enable construction. The goal is to ensure that all required permits and strategic approvals are secured without delays once the construction phase begins.
A key part of the assignment includes the upgrading of the Radoinja dam, along with the development of preliminary and detailed designs required for construction approval. The scope of work also involves extensive technical studies, including geotechnical and seismic analyses, as well as advanced hydraulic modeling of key structures.
Environmental and spatial planning components are also included, covering detailed solutions for designated areas intended for the disposal of excavated material, supported by full technical documentation, surveys, and urban planning frameworks necessary for permitting.
Additional technical work will focus on slope stabilization, regulation of the Kratovska Riverbed, and erosion control measures across the broader Bistrica watershed area, ensuring long-term environmental and structural stability of the project.
The tender also includes legal and property-related services, such as land re-parcellation and expropriation planning, supported by digital tools to streamline the process. In addition, environmental impact assessments will be prepared for key project components to ensure compliance with national and international regulatory standards.
Beyond engineering and planning services, the selected contractor will also provide advisory support for securing financing. This includes coordination with international lenders such as the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and ensuring that the project aligns with their technical and financial requirements.
Interested bidders have until May 22 to submit their applications, marking an important milestone in the continued development of the HPP Bistrica project.
