The Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) has announced tenders for the installation of 17 rooftop solar systems totaling 72.5 MW in capacity.

The projects will be implemented under a third-party OPEX model, where private developers will build, own, and operate the systems, selling the generated electricity to the BPDB.

This initiative forms part of the National Rooftop Solar Program 2025, which targets 3,000 MW of rooftop solar capacity across state-owned buildings, including schools, hospitals, and rail stations. The program aligns with Bangladesh’s Renewable Energy Policy 2025, aiming to meet 20% of national electricity demand from renewables by 2030 and 30% by 2040.

Md. Moniruzzaman, Director of Renewable Energy at BPDB, said the board will provide the rooftops, while developers are responsible for securing project financing.

“Developers have to quote power prices lower than those currently paid by distribution companies to power suppliers,” Moniruzzaman explained.

Contract awards are expected by December 2025, with installation completion targeted within two months thereafter.

Power and Energy Adviser Fouzul Kabir Khan noted that the government aims to integrate 1,454 MW of solar capacity into the national grid by February 2026. Under the OPEX model, private investors will finance rooftop systems for educational and healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with national electricity distribution standards.

Currently, Bangladesh generates 1,542 MW from renewable sources. The tender notice was issued on October 21, with bid submissions due by November 30.