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Get competitive solar quotes from verified suppliers in Uganda

Uganda's solar market has hundreds of suppliers — prices and quality vary widely. SolarMarket's Request for Quotation (RFQ) lets you describe your project once and receive tailored bids from verified, moderated sellers across Kampala, Wakiso, Jinja, Mbarara, Gulu, and beyond. Compare quotes, ask questions through the platform, and choose with confidence.

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Verified sellers only

Every supplier who quotes has been vetted and approved by the SolarMarket team. No anonymous traders.

Free to use

Submitting an RFQ costs nothing. No account needed upfront — we create one for you automatically when you submit.

No obligation

Receiving quotes does not commit you to buy. Review all bids and only proceed when you are satisfied.

How RFQ Works on SolarMarket

Three steps from project idea to competitive quote — no phone calls, no guesswork.

Describe your needs

Enter your estimated system size in kilowatts, your district or region, site type (home, business, or institution), whether you need installation included, and your budget range in UGX. Attach a load list or site photos for faster, more accurate bids.

Verified suppliers quote

SolarMarket notifies relevant verified sellers in your region. They review your specification and submit competitive bids — typically within 24–48 hours. Suppliers can also flag if your spec needs adjustment, and may include hire-purchase or RBF financing options in their quote.

Compare and choose

Review all bids side-by-side in your RFQ dashboard. Compare total price, equipment brands, installation scope, warranty period, and financing terms. Message sellers with follow-up questions directly through the platform, then accept the offer that best fits your requirements.

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Why Request a Quote Instead of Buying Directly?

In Uganda's fragmented solar supply chain, prices for the same inverter can differ by 30–50% between suppliers. An RFQ levels the playing field.

Multiple competing bids

Instead of accepting the first price you see, you receive several quotes from independently verified sellers all responding to the same specification. Competition drives prices down and quality up.

Specification accuracy

If your initial spec is undersized or oversized for your actual load, suppliers can flag this before pricing. You avoid buying a 3kW system that cannot run your fridge and freezer simultaneously — a common and costly mistake in Uganda's market.

Financing options in the quote

Sellers can include hire-purchase (HP) schedules, RBF/PayGo plans, or institution financing terms directly in their quotation. You see the full cost of ownership — not just the upfront sticker price — before making a decision.

Verified sellers only

Only shops that have passed SolarMarket verification can respond to RFQs. Unverified traders cannot quote, which eliminates the risk of engaging an unregistered reseller with no accountability or after-sales support.

Who Can Use the RFQ Feature?

The RFQ tool is available to any buyer — no seller account, no subscription, and no prior solar knowledge required.

Homeowners

Home solar and backup power systems (1kW – 10kW)
Solar water heating (SWH) for domestic use
Off-grid systems for upcountry properties in areas like Masaka, Soroti, or Arua
Hire-purchase quotes for buyers who need to spread the cost
Service in English and Luganda — mwandiike obutono bw'okuyagala

Businesses and Institutions

Commercial rooftop solar for offices, factories, and retail premises
Schools, clinics, and health centres requiring reliable power
Mini-grid and community solar projects
Large agricultural installations — irrigation pumps, cold storage, poultry farms
B2B procurement for NGOs, contractors, and government projects

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about requesting solar quotes on SolarMarket.

Yes, submitting an RFQ on SolarMarket is completely free. You do not need to create an account before posting a request — a lightweight buyer account is created automatically when you submit so you can track responses. There are no fees at any stage unless you proceed to a purchase.

Most buyers receive their first quote within 24–48 hours of submission. Turnaround depends on the product category and how many verified sellers are active in your region. RFQs for common items such as hybrid inverters and solar panels in Kampala typically see faster responses than highly specialised or remote-district requests.

The number of quotes depends on your product category, region, and budget. For mainstream solar systems in central Uganda you can typically expect 2–5 bids from verified sellers. Niche or rural requests may attract fewer responses, but the suppliers who do quote are better matched to your specific requirements.

Yes. The RFQ form includes a budget field where you can enter your target spend in UGX. Suppliers use this to determine whether they can competitively meet your requirement before quoting, which means the bids you receive are more likely to fall within your range and avoids wasted back-and-forth.

Sellers respond through the SolarMarket platform — messages go into your RFQ thread, not directly to your phone or email unless you choose to share your contact details. Your phone number and name are only disclosed to a seller when you explicitly grant contact-sharing consent, keeping your details private until you are ready to proceed.

For accurate quotes, include your estimated system size in kilowatts (or describe your daily energy needs and key appliances), your district or region in Uganda, site type (home, business, school, or other institution), whether you need installation or supply-only, and your budget range in UGX. If you have a load list, appliance inventory, or site photos, attaching them will significantly improve quote quality.

Yes. You can pin your RFQ to a specific product listing on SolarMarket — for example, a particular DEYE hybrid inverter or Victron MPPT controller — and sellers will quote on that exact item. Alternatively, you can post an open RFQ describing your technical requirements and let suppliers recommend the most suitable brands available in Uganda.

Buying directly from a single listing gives you a fixed price from one seller. An RFQ invites multiple verified suppliers to compete for your order based on the same specification, which often yields better pricing and allows you to compare warranty terms, installation quality, and financing options in one place. RFQ is particularly valuable for larger systems or when you are not yet certain of the exact specification you need.

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