Israel Launches Tender for New Western Galilee Desalination Plant
Israel has initiated an international tender for a new desalination plant in the Western Galilee, expected to produce 100 million cubic meters of water annually. This project is part of a national plan to boost total desalination capacity to 1.5 billion cubic meters by the mid-2030s. The expansion aims to meet rising demand, address climate change impacts, and ensure water security. The tender is being managed under a Public-Private Partnership model.
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- Israel is seeking bids for a new Western Galilee desalination plant with a 100 million cubic meter annual capacity.
- The new plant is part of a national effort to reach 1.5 billion cubic meters of desalinated water annually by the mid-2030s.
- The expansion aims to meet growing water demand and bolster resilience against climate change and extreme scenarios.
- The project will be managed through a 25-year Public-Private Partnership (PPP) concession.
- The tender process involves evaluating the capabilities of international and domestic consortia.
Israel's Ministry of Finance has published preliminary qualification documents for an international tender to plan, finance, build, operate, and maintain a new seawater desalination plant in the Western Galilee. The facility, dubbed "Western Galilee B," is designed to produce approximately 100 million cubic meters of desalinated water annually and will be located south of the city of Nahariya. This new plant is part of a broader national initiative to significantly increase Israel's desalination capacity and prepare for future water needs over the coming decades.
Upon completion of this new plant and the nearby facility already under construction, the total desalination capacity in the area will reach about 200 million cubic meters per year. This expansion is crucial for strengthening water supply infrastructure in northern Israel and the national water system. The overall national plan includes completing the first Western Galilee plant, upgrading the Ashkelon desalination facility, and constructing a new plant in Emek Hefer.
By the early to mid-2030s, these projects are expected to bring Israel's total desalination production to approximately 1.5 billion cubic meters annually, a substantial increase from the current 800 million cubic meters. This expansion aims to meet growing water demand due to population growth and climate change, while also enhancing the resilience of the water sector against extreme scenarios. The geographical distribution of plants along the coast will provide operational flexibility and reduce reliance on natural water sources.
The tender process, managed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model for a 25-year concession, involves evaluating the professional, engineering, and financial capabilities of domestic and international consortia. The special tender committee includes representatives from the Ministry of Finance, the Water Authority, the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, and Inbal Company. The Accountant General emphasized the importance of long-term water infrastructure planning, while the Water Authority Director highlighted the move as a step towards strengthening Israel's water economy and ensuring sustainable management.
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