Schneider Electric and Siemens Secure €13.5 Million Framework Deal for High-Voltage Switchboards in Czechia
16 Oct 2025
Brno, Czech Republic - September 26, 2025. The Czech energy distributor EG.D, s.r.o., a key subsidiary of the E.ON Group, has awarded a significant €13.5 million framework contract to Schneider Electric CZ, s.r.o. and Siemens, s.r.o. for the supply of secondary high-voltage (HV) switchboards as part of the Secondary Switchboards HV III project. The contract was officially announced in the Official Gazette S 185/2025.The agreement, valued at an estimated €16.3 million over a four-year period, will supply metal-covered, type-tested switchboards up to 25 kV. The equipment, which includes both compact and modular designs, will support power distribution modernization across South Bohemian (CZ031) and South Moravian (CZ064) regions, covering EG.D’s entire operational area.Two Global Leaders Win Competitive BiddingFollowing a restricted tendering procedure under Directive 2014/25/EU, EG.D selected Schneider Electric CZ as the top-ranked supplier with a contract value of €13.41 million, and Siemens, s.r.o. as the second-ranked bidder with a €13.90 million offer. Both contracts were signed on 15 September 2025, following the award decision made on 25 August 2025.In total, three tenders were received, with one from a small or medium enterprise (SME). No complaints or reviews were lodged with the Office for the Protection of Competition, indicating a transparent and compliant procurement process.Supporting Smart Grid TransitionThe project forms part of the EU-funded “Gabreta Smart Grids” initiative (Project No. 101146964 - 10.11-CZDE-WM-23-Gabreta), which aims to strengthen cross-border energy resilience and support Czechia’s transition to intelligent energy infrastructure.The new HV switchboards will improve grid reliability, automation, and safety, helping EG.D reduce environmental impacts through responsible public procurement practices. The company emphasized adherence to sustainability, occupational safety, and environmental protection regulations, including Act No. 17/1992 Coll. on the Environment.Strategic SignificanceThis modernization initiative underscores EG.D’s strategic focus on smart energy distribution and grid efficiency, aligning with Czechia’s national energy policy and EU climate objectives. Both Schneider Electric and Siemens bring extensive expertise in switchgear systems and smart grid technologies, ensuring long-term operational reliability and flexibility for the Czech distribution network.Next StepsImplementation will commence in September 2025, with full rollout expected over four years. The framework agreement allows for supply flexibility, ensuring consistent delivery of components to support ongoing grid upgrades across southern Czech regions.Tags: #CzechRepublicContractAward #EGD #SchneiderElectric #Siemens #SmartGrids #ElectricSwitchboards #ProcurementNews #EnergyInfrastructure #PublishTendes #Tenders #GovernmentContracts #CzechiaProcurement #EONGROUP #SustainableProcurement #EUfundedProjects
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Czechia Gives Slovak Company VÚMZ SK a Contract for Innovative NIR Recycling Technology
25 Oct 2025
Svor, Czechia - 1 October 2025 VÚMZ SK, s.r.o., a Slovak company that specialises in industrial and recycling equipment, has been awarded a public contract by Denove s.r.o., a Czech organisation that works in sustainable material recovery, to supply Near-Infrared (NIR) technology. Notice number 641634-2025 of the award was published in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJ S 188/2025).By incorporating cutting-edge NIR-based equipment, the project, "Material recovery of waste - Supply of NIR technology - new announcement", seeks to improve waste sorting and recycling procedures. The EU Cohesion Fund (2021-2027) provided a portion of the €236,997 total value of the awarded contract, which has project registration number CZ.05.01.05/08/22_004/0002262.Project Scope and ObjectivesDelivery, transportation, and installation of NIR technology - which is intended to facilitate effective material identification and separation in waste recovery systems - are all covered under the contract. Additionally, the scope comprises: Equipment at the Svor site in Liberecký kraj, Czechia, is put into service. Manuals are available in English or Czech. Operational staff should receive training to guarantee proper use and upkeep. Under Czech procurement law, the estimated 6 million CZK (VAT excluded) purchase is recognised as an innovative purchase, underscoring the project's focus on process innovation and cutting-edge recycling technology. The contract will run for 210 days after it starts.The Evaluation and Tendering ProcessVÚMZ SK, s.r.o. submitted the only bid in the open procedure, which was carried out in accordance with Directive 2014/24/EU and Czech Act No. 134/2016 Coll. on Public Procurement. Price was the only factor used to evaluate the offer, and the lowest bid criterion was given a 100% weight.On August 14, 2025, VÚMZ SK was chosen as the only successful bidder by Denove s.r.o. after the evaluation, and the final contract was signed on September 30, 2025.The Office for the Protection of Competition (ÚOHS) has confirmed that there were no complaints or objections to the tender process.Impact of sustainability and innovationCzechia's waste management strategy has advanced significantly with the use of NIR (near-infrared) sorting technology. I This system improves recycling rates and lessens the impact on the environment by enabling accurate material recognition.With funding from the EU Cohesion Fund, the project supports cleaner production technologies and circular economy practices in Central Europe, which is in line with the EU's Green Deal goals.tags: #CzechiaTender, #NIRTechnology, #RecyclingEquipment, #IndustriaMachinery, #EU-FundedProject, #VÚMZ SK, #Denove s.r.o., #CohesionFund, #WasteManagement, #PublicProcurementCzechRepublic.
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