Expression of Interest For Albania Renewable Energy Integration And Power System Planning Study

Expression of Interest are invited for Albania Renewable Energy Integration and Power System Planning Study This deliverable will present a comprehensive summary of all technical, institutional, and regulatory analyses to support Albanias integration of variable renewable energy (VRE). It will begin by outlining the Consultants understanding of the assignment, including the proposed methodology, work plan, modeling tools (such as ANTARES, PSSE, and GIS), data sources, and institutional coordination mechanisms with key counterparts such as MIE, OST, and ERE. It will identify high-potential zones for VRE development using a MapRE-based multi-criteria analysis that incorporates geospatial data, infrastructure, and proximity to demand centers. It will develop least-cost generation expansion scenarios for 2030, 2040, and 2050, considering demand growth, system constraints, and climate resilience, with outputs designed to inform RE auction pipelines and regional interconnection opportunities. The deliverable will evaluate the flexibility and dispatchability of the power system under increasing VRE penetration, using PSSE-based simulations to assess ramping needs, reserve margins, and transmission bottlenecks. It will propose priority transmission investments to integrate VRE zones and reduce congestion and losses, supported by cost-benefit analysis. It will further assess system stability under high-VRE scenarios, including dynamic performance, frequency control, voltage regulation, and inertia, and will recommend mitigation measures such as fast frequency response and storage solutions. The study will also provide a sound analysis focused on Albanias grid digitalization and system resilience for real time management. It will assess the current level of digital infrastructure, including SCADA systems, wide area monitoring, smart grid solutions, and communication technologies, identifying priority investments needed to enable real-time control, automation, and accurate forecasting. The digitalization roadmap will outline steps to support flexible grid operation and facilitate VRE integration and market liberalization.. It will evaluate Albanias current readiness to manage grid contingencies and propose targeted improvements. This analyse will strengthen grid reliability, resilience, and operational flexibility to support the energy transition. A defense and restoration strategy will be proposed to enhance system resilience under high VRE penetration, outlining black start procedures, islanding schemes, and restoration sequences in line with ENTSO-E requirements. The regulatory and institutional review will offer actionable recommendations to enable flexible operations, promote prosumer participation, support energy storage, A stakeholder workshop will be convened to present interim results, gather feedback, and build consensus around key findings. The final version of the deliverable will consolidate all inputs, provide a clear roadmap for scaling renewable energy, and include executive summaries with actions plan, technical annexes, and presentation materials for discussion with the Government of Albania and development partners. Tender Link : https://wbgeprocure-rfxnow.worldbank.org/rfxnow/public/advertisement/5831/view.html