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University of Buraimi Solar PV — Phase 2
Doubling the university's on-campus solar capacity from 1.5 MW to 3 MW, delivered by one accountable EPC team.
Key facts
- Client
- University of Buraimi
- Location
- Al Buraimi, Oman
- Capacity
- 1.5 MW (Phase 2) → 3 MW total
- Scope
- Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC)
- Status
- Awarded
01 — Overview
Phase 2 doubles the university's solar capacity, from 1.5 MW to 3 MW.
GCMS has been awarded Phase 2 of the University of Buraimi solar PV plant, extending the installation delivered under Phase 1 and doubling total capacity to 3 MW. The scope is delivered on an EPC basis, with engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning managed by one accountable GCMS team.
The expanded plant supplies clean, on-campus power to the university, reduces reliance on grid electricity and shows what utility-grade renewable energy delivery looks like in the Sultanate.
02 — Gallery
On site at Al Buraimi
Phase 1 array — existing installation
Phase 1 array — existing installation
03 — Scope of work
Turnkey delivery, from design to handover
One accountable team across the full EPC lifecycle.
01
Engineering & design
PV layout, electrical design, grid-connection studies and detailed construction drawings.
02
Procurement & logistics
Modules, inverters and mounting structures sourced, inspected and delivered to site.
03
Construction & installation
Civil, mechanical and DC/AC electrical works, SCADA and monitoring installation.
04
Testing & commissioning
Grid-code compliance testing, energisation, handover and operator training.
04 — Project timeline
From award to commissioning
Indicative programme — dates to be confirmed.
Step 01
Award
Contract awarded for Phase 2 of the university solar PV plant.
CompletedQ3 2026
Step 02
Engineering & Procurement
Detailed design, equipment selection and long-lead procurement.
NextQ4 2026 – Q1 2027
Step 03
Construction
Civil, structural and electrical installation of the 1.5 MW extension.
PlannedQ1 – Q3 2027
Step 04
Commissioning
Testing, grid synchronisation, handover and operator training.
PlannedQ4 2027
05 — Key figures
The project at a glance
Illustrative figures, to be confirmed by GCMS.
3MW
Total capacity on completion
Phase 1 + Phase 2
+1.5MW
Added capacity in Phase 2
Doubles installed capacity
2,300
Tonnes of CO₂ avoided per year (est.)
Illustrative estimate
12mo
Planned delivery programme
Indicative
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