The contracts are to begin in 2015 for a term of 15 years.

"In the case of EEGs, it will also replace the supply that is currently obtained through existing contracts, which will expire between 2013 and 2015," reports Prensalibre.com.

The target date for submission of offers is October 28 and it will be awarded on December 6.

Source: prensalibre.com

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