Everllence signs agreement to operate Texas gas power plant
Company assumes full responsibility for operation and maintenance of 124 MW facility
Everllence has signed an Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Agreement with the Kerrville Public Utility Board (KPUB) to run their new balancing power plant currently under construction in Colorado County, Texas. It is the first project to be financed by the Texas Energy Fund (TEF) and it is set to help reduce the volatility of electricity tariffs for more than 24,000 households and businesses in Kerrville and the surrounding area.
Under the agreement, Everllence, will man and undertake the daily operation and maintenance of the entire power plant facility. This includes the provision of spare parts for the gensets and auxiliary systems, urea, lubricants, all associated logistics and administration ensuring cost-efficient and reliable operation of the 124 MW plant.
“This lighthouse project is the first generation facility KPUB will own—a major leap forward for our utility. Everllence’s professionalism and proven expertise operating plants of this scale and complexity have given us a high level of confidence in taking that step. The plant will deliver reliable, flexible generation that helps shield our customers from market volatility while supporting the long-term affordability of electric service in Kerrville.” — Mike Wittler, General Manager & CEO, Kerrville Public Utility Board
Bernd Philipp, Head of Operation & Maintenance Agreements of the aftersales brand Everllence PrimeServ, said: “We’re honored that KPUB has entrusted us with the full operation and maintenance of their 124 MW plant. The project marks our first O&M contract in the US under our new name, Everllence. While our name may be new, we remain the same competent and reliable partner that we have always been.”
Strategic Location and Funding Support
KPUB has contracted Everllence to supply the six 18V51/60G gas engines and auxiliary equipment for the plant. The facility is designed to balance the grid, providing fast and flexible power during peak demand or when other sources are unavailable. The site is located just 50 miles from Everllence’s US headquarters in Brookshire, Texas.
Chris Gray, Global Head of Sales and Contracts at Everllence PrimeServ, said: “The plant’s proximity to our US headquarters enhances logistical efficiency and ensures rapid spare-parts availability. Our role as plant operator secures predictable low costs and minimizes supply-chain risks.”
KPUB is the first company to receive funding approval for the project from the Texas Energy Fund (TEF), which supports gas-fired power generation projects across the state. The plant is scheduled to go online in 2027.
