Tokushima Prefecture will implement a public proposal process to select buyers for electricity generated at its four hydroelectric power plants during fiscal years 2027 and 2028, comprehensively evaluating factors such as regional contributions through effective utilization of electricity and its environmental value, as well as operational capabilities.
○ Overview of the Recruitment
The recruitment will be divided into two categories: the [General Category], aimed at maintaining sound management of the prefectural electricity business, and the [Local Business Category], targeting retail electricity providers with offices in Tokushima Prefecture to contribute to regional economic revitalization.
[General Category]
- Target Power Plants: Hino Valley Power Plant (62,000 kW), Kawaguchi Power Plant (11,700 kW), Katsuura Power Plant (11,300 kW) - Supply Period: From 0:00 on April 1, 2027, to 24:00 on March 31, 2029 (2 years) - Estimated Annual Electricity Supply: 317,200,000 kWh - Pricing Structure: Two-part tariff (basic charge accounts for more than 50%) - Eligible Applicants: Retail electricity providers
[Local Business Category]
- Target Power Plant: Bansei Power Plant (2,500 kW) - Supply Period: From 0:00 on April 1, 2027, to 24:00 on March 31, 2029 (2 years) - Estimated Annual Electricity Supply: 5,500,000 kWh - Pricing Structure: Consumption-based pricing - Eligible Applicants: Retail electricity providers with offices located within Tokushima Prefecture
○ Submission Deadlines and Methods
- Application Forms: By 4:00 PM on Thursday, August 6, 2026 - Proposal Documents: From Monday, August 17, 2026, to 4:00 PM on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 - Submission Method: In person or by mail (must be received by the deadline)
○ Proposal Guidelines, Specifications, etc.
Available on the Tokushima Prefecture website:
[General Category] https://www.pref.tokushima.lg.jp/ippannokata/nyusatsu/baikyaku/7314088/
[Local Business Category] https://www.pref.tokushima.lg.jp/ippannokata/nyusatsu/baikyaku/7314118/
○ Future Schedule
- Early October 2026: Selection of candidate electricity buyers - Late November 2026: Submission of electricity pricing and related proposals to the prefectural assembly - Late January 2027: Conclusion of electricity supply contracts
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