Overview
Latvia has awarded a €2.33 million government contract for the automation of medium-voltage overhead lines in the Eastern Division, marking another step towards modernising its electricity distribution network. The national electricity distribution system operator of Latvia, AS "Sadales tīkls," awarded the contract to SIA "Ditra Networks" on November 21, 2025.Contract Information
The automation of 110 medium-voltage (20 kV) overhead line objects, divided into nine sections, throughout the eastern regions of Latvia, is covered by the awarded tender. awarded tender. The entire contract value is €2,333,335.60. Among other places, the work will be done in the counties of Balvi, Alūksne, and Smiltene.In order to increase grid reliability, shorten outage durations, and facilitate quicker fault detection and isolation within the power distribution network, the project focusses on implementing cutting-edge automation solutions.
Participating Entities
Authority for Procurement: AS "Sadales tīkls," Riga
SIA "Ditra Networks," Stopiʻi Parish, Ropaži District, was the successful bidder.
Contract award notice under the works category is the procurement method.
Citation: ST2024/31REPowerEU
The procurement, which aims to support the green energy transition and strengthen infrastructure, is in line with Latvia's larger REPowerEU and energy resilience goals.
Contractual Significance
For Latvia's energy security and grid digitisation initiatives, this contract award is strategically significant. Medium-voltage line automation improves service continuity for homes and businesses, especially in rural and regional areas. Additionally, it lowers long-term operating costs and facilitates the integration of renewable energy sources.Concerning the Winning Business
SIA "Ditra Networks" is an engineering and network solutions company with headquarters in Latvia that specialises in energy systems modernisation, telecommunications infrastructure, and power grid automation. The business has a proven track record of completing challenging electrical infrastructure projects all over the nation.Aspects of Technology and Finances
The scope encompasses commissioning smart grid components, system integration, and automation equipment installation. The contract is funded through EU-backed frameworks that prioritise resilience, sustainability, and efficiency in public infrastructure investments.Summarisation
The project is anticipated to produce quantifiable increases in grid reliability throughout Eastern Latvia now that execution is under way. As Latvia accelerates its transition to a more intelligent and resilient power network, industry observers see this awarded tender as part of a larger pipeline of energy infrastructure contracts that are likely to emerge.Latvia's Most Recent Contract Awards and Government Tenders: TendersOnTime
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