EMEC launches £1.56m tidal energy substation package in Orkney
- constructnetuk
- May 27
- 2 min read
European Marine Energy Centre has released a live tender for the design and installation of a 4.8MW onshore substation supporting tidal energy infrastructure on the island of Eday, Orkney.
The contract, valued at approximately £1.56m, forms part of ongoing renewable and marine energy infrastructure investment across the Orkney Islands.
The project will involve the full design, procurement, installation and commissioning of a new onshore tidal generation substation at the Fall of Warness site in Eday.
Scope of works includes:
Design works
site layout design
civil design for the substation
electrical design for lighting and small power circuits
balance of plant electrical design
earthing system design
Construction works
construction of substation buildings
foundations for SSEN shunt reactor
supply and installation of earthing systems
installation of 33kV and 11kV switchgear
transformer and associated infrastructure installation
commissioning and project documentation
The contract is scheduled to commence in August 2026, with completion targeted for March 2028.
ConstructNet Intelligence Overview
The package represents another notable infrastructure opportunity within the UK renewable energy and marine power sector.
Projects of this nature typically generate opportunities across:
HV electrical installation
civils and reinforced concrete works
switchgear and transformer supply
specialist marine and island logistics
M&E subcontracting
temporary works and infrastructure support
utilities and power systems engineering
The continued expansion of tidal and renewable energy infrastructure across Scotland and island regions also reflects ongoing investment into grid connectivity and low-carbon power generation capacity.
Tender details
Client: European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC)
Contract value: £1.565m
Tender deadline: 26 June 2026 – 12pm
Location: Eday, Orkney Islands
Procurement route: Open procedure
Tender submissions are being managed through the Public Contracts Scotland portal.
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