grid connected – The Leading Solar Magazine In India https://www.eqmagpro.com Tue, 26 Aug 2025 10:41:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://www.eqmagpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/cropped-eq-logo-32x32.png grid connected – The Leading Solar Magazine In India https://www.eqmagpro.com 32 32 SJVN Ltd issue Tender for setting up of 1.6 MW Grid connected RTS PV Power Projects on Union Government buildings in the Eastern Region in under RESCO MODE PMSGM – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/sjvn-ltd-issue-tender-for-setting-up-of-1-6-mw-grid-connected-rts-pv-power-projects-on-union-government-buildings-in-the-eastern-region-in-under-resco-mode-pmsgm-eq/ Tue, 26 Aug 2025 10:40:39 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350508 Summary:

## 📌 **SJVN Limited – Tender Notice**

### 🔹 Project Overview

* **Work Name:** Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) of **5 MW Solar PV Power Plant**.
* **Location:** **Gujarat** (Charanka Solar Park).
* **Scope:**

* Complete **EPC** including design, supply, installation, testing & commissioning of a **5 MW solar PV project**.
* **Operation & Maintenance (O\&M) for 10 years** post-commissioning.
* Evacuation up to **33 kV substation** within the park.

### 🔹 Timeline

* **Tender Publish Date:** 06.08.2025
* **Bid Submission Deadline:** 28.08.2025 (14:00 hrs)
* **Technical Bid Opening:** 29.08.2025 (15:00 hrs)
* **Financial Bid Opening:** To be intimated later.

### 🔹 Financials

* **Estimated Cost:** ₹26.5 crore
* **EMD:** ₹53 lakh
* **Tender Fee:** ₹5,000 (incl. GST)

### 🔹 Eligibility Criteria

**Technical:**

* EPC of grid-connected solar projects ≥2 MW in last 7 years:

* One project ≥80% (≥4 MW), OR
* Two projects ≥50% (≥2.5 MW each), OR
* Three projects ≥40% (≥2 MW each).
* Must have executed solar evacuation at **33 kV or higher** voltage level.

**Financial:**

* Avg. annual turnover ≥₹7.95 crore in last 3 years.
* Positive net worth in last FY.

### 🔹 Tender Authority

* **Issuer:** SJVN Limited, Renewable Energy Division, Shimla.
* **Contact:** RE Tender Cell, SJVN Ltd.

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Pre-bid meeting: RfS for setting up of 3850 kW Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar PV Projects under RESCO mode (RTSPV-Tranche-I) – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/pre-bid-meeting-rfs-for-setting-up-of-3850-kw-grid-connected-rooftop-solar-pv-projects-under-resco-mode-rtspv-tranche-i-eq/ Tue, 26 Aug 2025 05:55:47 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350476 Pre-bid meeting: RfS for setting up of 3850 kW Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar PV Projects under RESCO mode (RTSPV-Tranche-I)

This is in reference to the RfS for “Selection of Solar Project Developers for setting up of 3850 kW Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar PV Projects under RESCO mode through Tariff-based Competitive Bidding (RTSPV-Tranche-I)” issued by SECI.

Pre-bid meeting for the RfS has been scheduled as per following details:

Date & Time: 03.07.2025 at 02:30 PM (IST).

Mode of meeting: Online mode

Pre-bid meeting link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetupjoin/19%3aXTet8N6xkE_6eHvy05IhHjREk102bgbYd2exX2o3pU1%40thread.tacv2/1750841267039?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a22a24b3e19-3a1f4c61-9f1e-cace38462ab7%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%225164b124-35cd-46f3-97d9-6f9cc331e98c%22%7d

The online meeting will be conducted through video-conferencing on the Microsoft Teams Platform.

Invitations for the meeting will be sent out on 02.07.2025.

If you have any queries, please contact us at abhisekhsri@seci.co.in or swapnil.gandhi@seci.co.in.

Prospective bidders are requested to remain updated for any notices/ amendments/ clarifications etc. to the NIT documents through the websites www.seci.co.in and https://www.bharat-electronictender.com as no separate notification will be issued.

Tender Search Code (TSC) for the NIT in ISN-ETS: SECI-2025-TN000013

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Petition for Adoption of tariff discovered under Competitive Bidding Process from 250 MW Grid connected Solar PV Power Projects anywhere in India – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/petition-for-adoption-of-tariff-discovered-under-competitive-bidding-process-from-250-mw-grid-connected-solar-pv-power-projects-anywhere-in-india-eq/ Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:02:10 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350456 Summary:

## **Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC) – Daily Order**

### 📌 Case Details

* **Petition No.:** 2484 of 2025
* **Petitioner:** Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL)
* **Respondents:**

1. Welspun Renewable Energy Ltd. – 50 MW @ ₹2.60/unit
2. Avaada Energy Pvt. Ltd. – 100 MW @ ₹2.60/unit
3. SAEL Industries Ltd. – 100 MW @ ₹2.60/unit
* **Subject:** Petition under **Section 63 r/w Section 86(1)(b) of Electricity Act, 2003** seeking **adoption of tariff discovered under competitive bidding** (RfS No. GUVNL/250 MW/Solar (Phase XXVI), dated 18.01.2025).
* **Capacity:** 250 MW solar projects (with **greenshoe option** for additional 250 MW) – pan-India, grid-connected, without storage.

### ⚡ Background

* Bidding process initiated by GUVNL (RfS 18.01.2025).
* Bid submission closed 17.02.2025; e-reverse auction on 03.03.2025.
* All three winners accepted **greenshoe option** → total awarded **500 MW at ₹2.60/unit**.

### 🏛 Hearing (17.07.2025)

* GUVNL confirmed process details but admitted **supporting documents (Bid Evaluation Committee certificate, net worth verification of bidders)** had not yet been filed.
* Commission asked why full bidding details (from RfS to e-RA to petition filing) are not provided consistently.
* Commission reminded GUVNL of its earlier **Daily Order dated 17.12.2024 in Petition 2403/2024** with similar lapses.

### ⚖ Commission’s Directions

1. GUVNL to file complete documents – bidding process record, Bid Evaluation Committee certification, net worth verification – within **1 week**.
2. Directed that **all future tariff adoption petitions** must include the full bidding process trail.
3. Next hearing scheduled for **24.07.2025 at 11:30 hrs**.

### 📌 Status

* **Matter adjourned.**
* Adoption of tariff for 500 MW (Welspun, Avaada, SAEL @ ₹2.60/unit) **pending** until GUVNL submits required documents.

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SJVN Ltd for setting up of 3 MW Grid connected RTS PV Power Projects on Union Government buildings in the Northern Region under RESCO mode – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/sjvn-ltd-for-setting-up-of-3-mw-grid-connected-rts-pv-power-projects-on-union-government-buildings-in-the-northern-region-under-resco-mode-eq/ Mon, 25 Aug 2025 07:30:48 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350437 Summary:

## **Detailed Summary – SJVN 3 MW Solar EPC + O\&M Tender (Bihar)**

### 📌 Project Overview

* **Tendering Authority:** *SJVN Limited* (Renewable Energy Division, Shimla)
* **Project Capacity:** **3 MW** grid-connected solar PV power plant
* **Location:** Bihar
* **Scope of Work:**

* Complete **EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction)** including design, engineering, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning.
* **Comprehensive Operation & Maintenance (O\&M) for 10 years** after commissioning, covering preventive/predictive/corrective maintenance, module cleaning, manpower, and spares.

This is part of SJVN’s ongoing push to expand its renewable energy footprint across states, supporting India’s 500 GW RE target.

### 🗓 Timeline

* **Tender Published:** 06.08.2025
* **Bid Submission Deadline:** 28.08.2025 (14:00 hrs)
* **Technical Bid Opening:** 29.08.2025 (15:00 hrs)
* **Financial Bid Opening:** To be notified after evaluation.

This tight schedule indicates SJVN wants to finalize contractors quickly for execution.

### 💰 Financials

* **Estimated Project Cost:** ₹15.42 crore
* **Earnest Money Deposit (EMD):** ₹30.84 lakh
* **Tender Fee:** ₹5,000 (incl. GST)

The 10-year O\&M bundled into EPC ensures life-cycle cost optimization and accountability from the contractor.

### ✅ Eligibility Criteria

**Technical Experience:**

* EPC of grid-connected solar projects ≥1 MW in the past 7 years, with one of the following:

* One project ≥80% capacity (≥2.4 MW), OR
* Two projects ≥50% each (≥1.5 MW), OR
* Three projects ≥40% each (≥1.2 MW).
* Must have executed solar evacuation at **11 kV or higher**, ensuring grid readiness.

**Financial Strength:**

* Average annual turnover ≥₹4.63 crore in the last 3 years.
* Positive net worth in the last financial year.

### 🌱 Strategic Significance

1. **Decentralized Solar Growth in Bihar:** Strengthens renewable presence in a state traditionally dependent on coal-based power imports.
2. **Lifecycle Accountability:** With **10 years O\&M**, SJVN ensures long-term performance and sustained output, reducing risk of early plant degradation.
3. **Scaling Local Solar EPC Ecosystem:** Encourages participation of medium-to-large EPC players with prior solar experience.
4. **Alignment with National Targets:** Supports India’s commitment to **50% electricity from renewables by 2030**.

### 📊 Expected Outcomes

* Adds **3 MW of clean capacity** to Bihar’s grid.
* Avoids \~4,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually (approximate estimate for 3 MW solar).
* Creates jobs locally during EPC and long-term O\&M.
* Demonstrates viability of bundling **long-term O\&M with EPC contracts**.

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Petition of the Electricity Act for purchase of power through Competitive Bidding Process from 250 MW Grid connected Solar Photovoltaic Power Projects – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/petition-of-the-electricity-act-for-purchase-of-power-through-competitive-bidding-process-from-250-mw-grid-connected-solar-photovoltaic-power-projects-eq/ Sat, 23 Aug 2025 09:43:16 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350406 Summary:

## **Case Summary – Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. (GUVNL) vs. Welspun Renewable Energy Ltd. & Ors.**

**Forum:** Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC), Gandhinagar
**Petition No.:** 2484 of 2025
**Order Date:** 29 July 2025
**Coram:**

* Mehul M. Gandhi, Member
* S.R. Pandey, Member

### **1. Case Background**

* **Petitioner:** Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL)

* Counsel: Mr. M.K. Jani, Mr. K.N. Brahmbhatt
* **Respondents:**

1. Welspun Renewable Energy Ltd. – *no appearance*
2. Avaada Energy Pvt. Ltd. – represented by Mr. Vijay Balasubramaniam
3. SAEL Industries Ltd. – represented by Ld. Adv. Mr. Sarvaswa Chhajer
* **Nature of Petition:** Filed under **Section 63 read with Section 86(1)(b)** of the Electricity Act, 2003 seeking **adoption of tariff discovered under competitive bidding** (RfS No. GUVNL/250 MW/Solar (Phase XXVI), dated 18.01.2025).

### **2. Tender / Bidding Process Background**

* **Capacity:** 250 MW Grid-connected Solar PV Projects (with **greenshoe option** of additional 250 MW).
* **Process:** Tariff discovered through **competitive bidding followed by e-Reverse Auction**.
* **Project Status:** Projects may be new, under-construction, or already commissioned, located anywhere in India.
* **Net Worth Requirement (RfS 18.01.2025):** ₹0.928 crore/MW.

### **3. Petitioner’s Submissions**

* Submitted **Bid Evaluation Report** confirming successful bidders met net worth requirement:

* **Welspun Renewable Energy Ltd.:** ₹1,191.74 crore
* **Avaada Energy Pvt. Ltd.:** ₹7,065.71 crore
* **SAEL Industries Ltd.:** ₹2,390.17 crore
* **CUF (Capacity Utilisation Factor) quoted by bidders:**

* Welspun: 28.9%
* Avaada: 22%
* SAEL: 29%

### **4. Respondents’ Submissions**

* **Avaada Energy & SAEL Industries:** No objection to adoption of discovered tariff.
* **Welspun:** Absent at hearing (24.07.2025), no communication received.

### **5. Commission’s Observations & Directions**

* All arguments completed; matter is procedurally ready.
* All parties permitted to file **written submissions within 1 week** from order date.
* **Matter reserved for final order.**

### **6. Outcome**

* **Type of Order:** Procedural (post-hearing).
* **Effect:** Competitive bidding process validated, objections closed, written submissions allowed.
* Tariff adoption to be confirmed in **final order (pending)**.

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SJVN Ltd issue Tender for setting up of 3.3 MW Grid connected RTS PV Power Projects on Union Government buildings in the Southern Region states under RESCO mode PMSGMBY – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/sjvn-ltd-issue-tender-for-setting-up-of-3-3-mw-grid-connected-rts-pv-power-projects-on-union-government-buildings-in-the-southern-region-states-under-resco-mode-pmsgmby-eq/ Sat, 23 Aug 2025 09:04:13 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350394 Summary:

## **SJVN Limited – Tender Notice**

### 📌 Project Details

* **Work Title:** Operation & Maintenance (O\&M) of **5 MW Solar PV Plant** at **Charanka Solar Park, Gujarat**.
* **Tender No.:** SJVN/RE/01/2025
* **Location:** Charanka, Gujarat.
* **Scope:**

* Comprehensive O\&M of the **5 MW solar plant**.
* Includes preventive, predictive & corrective maintenance.
* Supply of spare parts, replacements, cleaning, manpower, security, etc.

### 🗓 Timeline

* **Tender Publish Date:** 08.08.2025
* **Bid Submission Deadline:** 02.09.2025 (up to 14:00 hrs)
* **Technical Bid Opening:** 03.09.2025 (15:00 hrs)
* **Financial Bid Opening:** To be notified later.

### 💰 Financials

* **Estimated Cost:** ₹5.63 crore
* **EMD:** ₹11.26 lakh
* **Completion Period:** **3 Years** (O\&M contract duration)

### ✅ Eligibility Criteria

* Experience of having completed **similar O\&M work for ≥2 MW solar plants** in last 7 years.
* At least **one project of 2 MW or higher** capacity.
* Average annual turnover: **₹1.69 crore** in last 3 years.
* Net worth must be positive in last FY.

### 🏢 Tender Authority

* **Issuer:** SJVN Limited (A Govt. of India Enterprise).
* **Address:** Renewable Energy Division, Shimla (HP).

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SJVN Ltd issue Tender for RfS for Selection of SRPD for Setting up of 2.4 MW Grid connected Rooftop Solar Power Projects at state of Arunachal Pradesh – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/sjvn-ltd-issue-tender-for-rfs-for-selection-of-srpd-for-setting-up-of-2-4-mw-grid-connected-rooftop-solar-power-projects-at-state-of-arunachal-pradesh-eq/ Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:20:25 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350275 Summary:

## **SJVN Limited – Tender Notice**

### 📊 Key Details

* **Tender Title:** *Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning (SITC) of 2.25 MW (AC) Solar PV Power Project at SJVN’s Corporate Office Complex, Shimla*
* **Tender No.:** PCD-SOLAR-2025-26/01
* **Estimated Cost:** ₹11.57 Crore
* **Completion Period:** 12 months from LOA
* **Bid Security (EMD):** ₹23,15,000
* **Document Fee:** ₹11,800 (inclusive of GST)

### 🗓 Important Dates

* **Publishing Date:** 10.08.2025
* **Document Download Start:** 10.08.2025
* **Pre-Bid Meeting:** 21.08.2025 (Hybrid: Shimla Office + Online)
* **Bid Submission Deadline:** 05.09.2025 (up to 14:00 hrs)
* **Technical Bid Opening:** 05.09.2025 (15:00 hrs)
* **Financial Bid Opening:** To be notified later

### ✅ Scope of Work

* **Turnkey EPC Contract:**

* Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of **2.25 MW (AC) Solar PV Power Plant**.
* Plant located within **SJVN’s Corporate Office Complex, Shimla**.
* Includes all associated civil, electrical, mechanical works, grid integration, protection systems.
* **O\&M:** Contractor to provide **5 years Comprehensive O\&M** after commissioning.

### 🔑 Eligibility Criteria

* Experience of having executed at least **1 EPC solar project ≥1 MW** in the last **7 years**.
* Annual turnover ≥₹3.47 Crore (30% of tender value) in any of the last 3 years.
* Positive net worth in last FY.
* Consortium/JV allowed (max 2 members).

### 📂 Submission Mode

* **E-tender only** via [www.srmetenders.in](http://www.srmetenders.in)
* **Two-part bid:**

* Part I – Techno-commercial
* Part II – Financial

### 🏛 Tender Authority

* **Issuing Authority:** SJVN Limited (Mini Ratna & Schedule ‘A’ PSU)
* **Location:** Corporate Office, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

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SJVN Ltd issue Tender for RfS SRPD for setting up of 2.2 MW Grid connected RTS PV Power Projects in the Western Region states Under RESCO mode PMSGMBY – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/sjvn-ltd-issue-tender-for-rfs-srpd-for-setting-up-of-2-2-mw-grid-connected-rts-pv-power-projects-in-the-western-region-states-under-resco-mode-pmsgmby-eq/ Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:14:14 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350272 Summary:

## **SJVN Limited – Tender Notice**

### 📊 Key Details

* **Tender Title:** *Operation & Maintenance (O\&M) of 2.75 MW Solar PV Power Plant at SJVN Office Complex, Baddi (Himachal Pradesh)*
* **Tender No.:** PCD-OM-2025-26/02
* **Estimated Value:** ₹3.16 Crore
* **Duration:** 3 years (36 months)
* **Bid Security (EMD):** ₹6,33,000
* **Document Fee:** ₹5,900 (inclusive of GST)

### 🗓 Timeline

* **Publishing Date:** 14.08.2025
* **Document Download Start:** 14.08.2025
* **Pre-Bid Meeting:** 25.08.2025 (online, MS Teams)
* **Bid Submission Deadline:** 09.09.2025 (up to 14:00 hrs)
* **Technical Bid Opening:** 09.09.2025 (15:00 hrs)
* **Financial Bid Opening:** To be notified later

### ✅ Scope of Work

* Complete **Operation & Maintenance (O\&M)** of the 2.75 MW solar plant at Baddi campus.
* Includes:

* Regular operation of plant & equipment
* Preventive & breakdown maintenance
* Module cleaning, monitoring, spares replacement
* Ensuring plant performance ratio as per contractual standards
* Contract valid for **3 years**

### 🔑 Eligibility Criteria

* Bidders must have **experience in O\&M of solar PV plants** of **≥1 MW capacity**, completed in the last **7 years**.
* Annual financial turnover of at least **₹94.8 lakh (30% of tender value)** in any of the last 3 years.
* Positive net worth required.
* Joint ventures/consortiums allowed (max 2 partners).

### 📂 Submission Mode

* **E-tendering only** via [www.srmetenders.in](http://www.srmetenders.in)
* Two-part bid:

* Part I – Techno-commercial bid
* Part II – Financial bid

### 🏛 Tender Authority

* **Issuing Authority:** SJVN Limited (A Mini Ratna & Schedule ‘A’ PSU)
* **Office:** Corporate Office, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

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Petition of the Electricity Act of 10 MW Solar Photovoltaic Grid cnnected Power Projects located at Anida, District Bhavnagar established by GSECL – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/petition-of-the-electricity-act-of-10-mw-solar-photovoltaic-grid-cnnected-power-projects-located-at-anida-district-bhavnagar-established-by-gsecl-eq/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:20:00 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350228 Summary:

## **Case Summary – Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Ltd. (GSECL) vs. Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. (GUVNL)**

**Forum:** Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC), Gandhinagar
**Petition No.:** 2505 of 2025
**Order Date:** 08 August 2025
**Coram:**

* Mehul M. Gandhi, Member
* S.R. Pandey, Member

### **1. Case Background**

* **Petitioner:** Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL)

* Counsel: Mr. Shubhadeep Sen, Mr. Nitin B. Kansara
* **Respondent:** Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. (GUVNL)

* Counsel: Mr. K.N. Brahmbhatt, Mr. Kishore Lakhani
* **Nature of Petition:** Under **Sections 62 & 86(1)(a)** of the Electricity Act, 2003 for tariff determination of **10 MW Solar PV Grid-connected Project at Anida, District Bhavnagar**, established by GSECL.

### **2. Petitioner’s Submissions**

* Project declared **Commercial Operation Date (COD): 07.02.2024**.
* Requested **interim tariff @ 95%** of claimed tariff as provisional arrangement, subject to final determination, to mitigate O\&M expenses and financial obligations.
* Agreed to place on record within **2 weeks**:

* EPC, civil, and O\&M contracts
* Loan agreements & equity deployment Board Resolutions
* Copy of PPA, technical and project particulars
* Agreed to issue **public notice** for stakeholder comments.

### **3. Respondent’s Submissions**

* Sought **additional time to file reply**.

### **4. Commission’s Observations & Directions**

* Petition is maintainable under Sections 62 & 86(1)(a); GSECL is a generating company and GUVNL a licensee – Commission has jurisdiction.
* Directed Petitioner to:

* Issue **public notice** in 2 Gujarati + 1 English newspapers inviting stakeholder comments within 30 days.
* Upload petition & documents on website.
* File compliance affidavit with copies of published notices.
* Commission staff to:

* Upload petition on GERC website.
* Forward received objections to Petitioner & notify objectors for hearing.
* Respondent (GUVNL) to file reply within **4 weeks** (copy to Petitioner).
* Petitioner may file rejoinder within **3 weeks** thereafter (copy to Respondent & objectors).
* On interim tariff request: Commission ruled that **parties must act as per PPA terms** for payments.
* Next hearing date to be communicated separately.

### **5. Outcome**

* **Type of Order:** Procedural / Interim directions
* **Effect:** Public consultation process initiated; timelines fixed for reply and rejoinder.
* Interim tariff not approved; existing PPA terms prevail.

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Petition of the Electricity Act of 10 MW Solar Photovoltaic Grid connected Power Projects located at Paravadi, District Bhavnagar established by GSECL – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/petition-of-the-electricity-act-of-10-mw-solar-photovoltaic-grid-connected-power-projects-located-at-paravadi-district-bhavnagar-established-by-gsecl-eq/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:12:40 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350225 Summary:

## **Case Summary – Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Ltd. (GSECL) vs. Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. (GUVNL)**

**Forum:** Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC), Gandhinagar
**Petition No.:** 2506 of 2025
**Order Date:** 08 August 2025
**Coram:**

* Mehul M. Gandhi, Member
* S.R. Pandey, Member

### **1. Case Background**

* **Petitioner:** Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL)

* Counsel: Mr. Shubhadeep Sen, Mr. Nitin B. Kansara
* **Respondent:** Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. (GUVNL)

* Counsel: Mr. K.N. Brahmbhatt, Mr. Kishore Lakhani
* **Nature of Petition:** Under **Sections 62 & 86(1)(a)** of the Electricity Act, 2003 seeking determination of tariff for **10 MW Solar PV Grid-connected Project** at **Paravadi, Bhavnagar District**, developed by GSECL.

### **2. Petitioner’s Submissions**

* Project commissioned on **08.06.2024**.
* Requested **interim tariff @ 95%** of claimed tariff, pending final determination, to mitigate O\&M and financial obligations.
* Agreed to file within **2 weeks**:

* EPC, civil, and O\&M contracts
* Loan agreements & equity deployment board resolutions
* Copy of PPA, technical details, project particulars
* Agreed to issue **public notice** inviting stakeholder comments.

### **3. Respondent’s Submissions**

* Requested additional time to file reply in the matter.

### **4. Commission’s Observations & Directions**

* Petition is maintainable under Sections 62 & 86(1)(a); Commission has jurisdiction.
* Directed Petitioner to:

* Issue **public notice** in 2 Gujarati & 1 English daily newspapers inviting stakeholder objections/comments within 30 days.
* Upload petition and documents on its website.
* File compliance affidavit with published notice copies.
* Directed Commission staff to:

* Upload petition on GERC website.
* Forward objections to Petitioner and notify objectors for hearing.
* Directed Respondent to file reply within **4 weeks** (copy to Petitioner).
* Petitioner allowed to file rejoinder within **3 weeks** thereafter (copy to Respondent & objectors).
* On interim tariff request: Commission held that **payments to be made as per PPA terms**.
* Next hearing date to be communicated separately.

### **5. Outcome**

* **Type of Order:** Procedural / Interim directions
* **Effect:** Stakeholder consultation initiated, timelines fixed for reply/rejoinder.
* Interim tariff not approved; parties to follow PPA terms.

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Petition of the Electricity Act of 35 MW Solar PV Grid connected Power Projects located at Khandiya, District Surendranagar established by GSECL – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/petition-of-the-electricity-act-of-35-mw-solar-pv-grid-connected-power-projects-located-at-khandiya-district-surendranagar-established-by-gsecl-eq/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:46:20 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350221 Summary:

## **Case Summary – Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Ltd. (GSECL) vs. Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. (GUVNL)**

**Forum:** Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC), Gandhinagar
**Petition No.:** 2507 of 2025
**Order Date:** 08 August 2025
**Coram:**

* Mehul M. Gandhi, Member
* S.R. Pandey, Member

### **1. Case Background**

* **Petitioner:** Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL)

* Counsel: Mr. Shubhadeep Sen, Mr. Nitin B. Kansara
* **Respondent:** Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. (GUVNL)

* Counsel: Mr. K.N. Brahmbhatt, Mr. Kishore Lakhani
* **Nature of Petition:** Filed under **Sections 62 & 86(1)(a) of the Electricity Act, 2003** seeking determination of tariff for **35 MW Solar PV Power Project** at **Khandiya, District Surendranagar**, developed by GSECL.

### **2. Petitioner’s Submissions**

* Project commissioned in phases:

* 17.57 MW – 19.03.2022
* 8.14 MW – 05.07.2022
* 9.435 MW – 10.08.2022
* Requested **interim tariff @ 95%** of claimed tariff to cover O\&M and obligations pending final tariff determination.
* Agreed to file within 2 weeks:

* EPC, civil, and O\&M contracts
* Loan agreements & board resolutions for equity
* Copy of PPA, technical details, project particulars
* Agreed to issue **public notice** inviting stakeholder comments.

### **3. Respondent’s Submissions**

* Sought **time to file reply** in the matter.

### **4. Commission’s Observations & Directions**

* GSECL is a generating company; GUVNL is a licensee – matter falls under Commission’s jurisdiction.
* Directed Petitioner to:

* Issue **public notice** in 2 Gujarati + 1 English newspaper with petition details & invite stakeholder objections within 30 days.
* Upload petition and documents on its website for stakeholder access.
* File compliance affidavit with published notices.
* Directed Commission staff to:

* Upload petition on GERC website.
* Forward received stakeholder objections to Petitioner and notify objectors for hearing.
* Directed Respondent (GUVNL) to file reply within **4 weeks** (copy to Petitioner).
* Petitioner allowed to file rejoinder within **3 weeks** thereafter (copy to Respondent & objectors).
* On **interim tariff request (95%)**, Commission held parties should act as per existing **PPA terms** for energy payments.
* Next hearing date to be intimated separately.

### **5. Outcome**

* **Type of Order:** Procedural / Interim directions
* **Effect:** Public consultation process initiated; timelines set for reply, rejoinder, and stakeholder objections.
* Interim tariff not granted – parties to continue under PPA terms.

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SJVN Ltd issue Tender for RfS SRPD for setting up of 1.4 MW Grid connected RTS PV Power Projects in the states of UK, ArP, Assam, meghalaya, tripura, Mizoram, manipur, Nagaland, JK, HP, ANDN under RESCO MODE – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/sjvn-ltd-issue-tender-for-rfs-srpd-for-setting-up-of-1-4-mw-grid-connected-rts-pv-power-projects-in-the-states-of-uk-arp-assam-meghalaya-tripura-mizoram-manipur-nagaland-jk-hp-andn-under-res/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:34:18 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350215 Summary:

## **Tender Summary – SJVN Green Energy Limited (SGEL)**

**Document Type:** Notice Inviting Tender (NIT) / Request for Selection (RfS)
**Issued by:** SJVN Green Energy Limited (a wholly owned subsidiary of SJVN Ltd.)
**Tender No.:** SGEL/BD/1500MW/India/2025/01
**Date:** 05.08.2025

### **1. Key Dates**

* **Tender Document Availability:** 05.08.2025 to 15.09.2025 (till 11:00 hrs IST)
* **Pre-Bid Meeting:** 19.08.2025 at 11:00 hrs (online)
* **Bid Submission Deadline:** 15.09.2025 up to 11:00 hrs
* **Technical Bid Opening:** 15.09.2025 at 15:00 hrs
* **Financial Bid Opening:** To be intimated later (only for qualified bidders)
* **Project Completion:** Timelines as per bid capacity & project location, detailed in RfS

### **2. Work Description**

**Name of Work:**
Selection of **Solar Power Developers (SPDs)** for development of **1,500 MW ISTS-connected Solar PV Power Projects** in India.

**Scope:**

* Design, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operation of grid-connected solar PV power projects.
* **Bid Capacity Limits:**

* Minimum: 50 MW
* Maximum: 750 MW per bidder
* Projects to be awarded through **tariff-based competitive bidding** followed by **e-Reverse Auction (e-RA)**.
* Successful bidders to sign **Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with SGEL for 25 years**.

### **3. Estimated Cost & Fees**

* **Tender Fee:** ₹29,500 (inclusive of GST)
* **Earnest Money Deposit (EMD):** ₹11.80 lakh per MW (BG/online payment)
* **Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG):** ₹29.50 lakh per MW (upon award)

### **4. Eligibility / Prequalification Criteria**

* **Technical:**

* Experience in commissioning grid-connected solar PV/wind projects (capacity requirements specified in RfS).
* **Financial:**

* Net worth ≥ ₹1.06 crore per MW of quoted capacity.
* Minimum annual turnover and internal accruals requirements.
* **Other Conditions:**

* Compliance with “Class-I Local Supplier” norms (≥50% local content).
* Bidders from countries sharing land borders with India must be registered with Competent Authority.
* No blacklisting by any government agency.

### **5. Procurement & Submission**

* **Mode:** Online submission via designated e-tender portal.
* **Two-Envelope System:**

* **Part-I:** Technical Bid (eligibility, project details, compliance).
* **Part-II:** Financial Bid (tariff quoted in ₹/kWh).
* Physical submission required for original BGs/EMD and specific supporting documents.

### **6. Evaluation & Award**

* **Stage 1:** Techno-commercial evaluation of bids.
* **Stage 2:** Opening of financial bids of technically qualified bidders.
* **Stage 3:** e-Reverse Auction to determine lowest tariff (L1).
* Projects awarded on project-wise basis subject to bidder capacity limits.
* PPA signed with SGEL for 25 years from Scheduled COD.

### **7. Important Clauses**

* **Commissioning Timeline:** As per capacity/location (RfS specifies detailed schedule).
* **Liquidated Damages:** For delay in commissioning beyond scheduled COD.
* **Curtailment Compensation:** Provided in case of offtake constraints (as per PPA).
* **No tariff escalation** during the PPA term.
* **Grid Code Compliance:** All projects must meet renewable energy and ISTS grid standards.

### **8. Contact**

**Chief General Manager (BD)**
SJVN Green Energy Limited

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REIL issue Tender for Rate Contract for SDSETC and Comprehensive O&M for 25 yrs of 25 MW Jodhpur District Grid Connected RSPVP Projects undertaking building in Rajasthan – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/reil-issue-tender-for-rate-contract-for-sdsetc-and-comprehensive-om-for-25-yrs-of-25-mw-jodhpur-district-grid-connected-rspvp-projects-undertaking-building-in-rajasthan-eq/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:14:10 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350212 Summary:

### 📌 Tender Summary

**Issuing Authority:** Rajasthan Electronics & Instruments Limited (REIL), Jaipur
**Tender No.:** REIL/RE/25-26/81 (Dated 19.08.2025)
**Title:**
Survey, Design, Supply, Erection, Testing, Commissioning and Comprehensive O\&M (25 years) of **25 MW Grid Connected Rooftop Solar PV Power Projects** on State Government/Undertaking buildings in Rajasthan.

### 📊 Main Details

* **Capacity:** 25 MW (Jodhpur District)
* **Estimated Tender Value:** ₹123.62 Crore
* **Bid Security (EMD):** ₹8,70,000 per MW (i.e., up to ₹21.75 Cr if bidding for full 25 MW)
* **Contract Type:** Open Tender (Domestic) + Tender-cum-e-Reverse Auction
* **Bidding System:** Single Stage, Two Envelope (Technical + Financial)
* **Bid Validity:** 90 days from opening

### 🗓 Important Dates

* **Published Date:** 19.08.2025 (17:35 hrs)
* **Clarification Period:** 19.08.2025 – 06.09.2025 (up to 17:00 hrs)
* **Pre-Bid Meeting:** 04.09.2025, 11:00 hrs (Hybrid: REIL Office Jaipur + Zoom)
* **Bid Submission Deadline:** 16.09.2025, up to 17:00 hrs
* **Techno-Commercial Bid Opening:** 17.09.2025, 17:00 hrs
* **Financial Bid Opening:** To be notified later to eligible bidders

### ✅ Eligibility Highlights

* Only **Class-I Local Suppliers** eligible
* Minimum bid capacity: **5 MW**; Maximum: **25 MW**
* Must not be blacklisted, insolvent, or in conflict of interest
* Must comply with **Make in India Order 2017** & **Land Border Guidelines**

### 📂 Submission

* **Online only** via [eprocure.gov.in](http://www.eprocure.gov.in) (No physical offers accepted except originals of scanned documents like EMD)
* **Two Covers:**

* Cover I: Technical Bid (all eligibility + signed Integrity Pact etc.)
* Cover II: Financial Bid (Price BOQ as per format)

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SJVN Ltd issue Tender for setting up of 1.6 MW Grid connected RTS PV Power Projects in the Eastern Region in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha and West Bengal under RESCO MODE PMSGM – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/sjvn-ltd-issue-tender-for-setting-up-of-1-6-mw-grid-connected-rts-pv-power-projects-in-the-eastern-region-in-bihar-chhattisgarh-jharkhand-odisha-and-west-bengal-under-resco-mode-pmsgm-eq/ Tue, 19 Aug 2025 08:41:29 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350151 Summary:

## **Tender Notice – EPC Package for 50 MW Solar PV Project at Gujarat**

**Issued by:** SJVN Limited
**Tender No.:** SJVN/C\&P/IT/2025/EPC/50MW/GJ
**Date of Issue:** 05 August 2025
**Mode of Bidding:** Domestic Competitive Bidding – Open, Single Stage Two-Envelope

### **Objective**

SJVN invites online bids for the **design, engineering, procurement & construction (EPC) of a 50 MW grid-connected solar PV power project in Gujarat**, along with **10 years of comprehensive O\&M services**.

### **Key Dates**

* **Tender Publication:** 05.08.2025
* **Pre-Bid Meeting:** 13.08.2025 (11:00 hrs)
* **Last Date for Bid Submission:** 04.09.2025 (14:00 hrs)
* **Opening of Technical Bids:** 05.09.2025 (15:00 hrs)
* **Opening of Price Bids:** To be notified later (only for technically qualified bidders)

### **Eligibility Criteria**

1. **Technical Experience:**

* Executed at least **1 solar power project ≥40 MW**, OR
* 2 projects ≥25 MW each, OR
* 3 projects ≥20 MW each in the last 7 years.

2. **Financial Strength:**

* Average annual turnover of **₹250 Cr or more in the last 3 years**.
* Positive net worth as per latest audited financial year.

3. **Other Requirements:**

* PAN, GST, EPF, ESI compliance.
* No blacklisting by PSU/Government.

### **Tender Fee & Bid Security**

* **Tender Fee:** ₹29,500 (non-refundable).
* **Earnest Money Deposit (EMD):** ₹5 Crores, via Bank Guarantee or Online Payment.

### **Scope of Work**

* Complete **EPC package** for 50 MW Solar PV Project:

* Civil & electrical works, module mounting structures, transmission line up to interconnection point.
* Testing, commissioning, and synchronization with state grid.
* **10 Years O\&M**: Preventive & corrective maintenance, spares, manpower, performance guarantees.

### **Evaluation & Award**

* **Two-Envelope Bidding:** Technical + Financial.
* Only technically qualified bidders’ price bids will be opened.
* L1 bidder awarded contract.
* SJVN reserves rights to accept/reject bids without assigning reasons.

### **Submission Process**

* Bids must be submitted **online only** via CPP Portal ([https://eprocure.gov.in/eprocure/app](https://eprocure.gov.in/eprocure/app)).
* Manual/offline bids will not be accepted.

### **Contact**

**Chief General Manager (C\&P)**
SJVN Limited
Shakti Sadan, Corporate Office, Shanan, Shimla – 171006, Himachal Pradesh
📧 [cnp@sjvn.nic.in](mailto:cnp@sjvn.nic.in) | 🌐 [www.sjvn.nic.in](http://www.sjvn.nic.in)

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SJVN Ltd issue Tender for setting up of 3 MW Grid connected RTS PV Power Projects in Northern Region states for U.P, Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, chandigarh RESCO mode – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/sjvn-ltd-issue-tender-for-setting-up-of-3-mw-grid-connected-rts-pv-power-projects-in-northern-region-states-for-u-p-delhi-punjab-haryana-rajasthan-chandigarh-resco-mode-eq/ Mon, 18 Aug 2025 08:53:33 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350085 Summary:

## **Tender Notice – Hiring of Agency for Operation & Maintenance (O\&M) of 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant**

**Issued by:** SJVN Thermal Pvt. Ltd. (Subsidiary of SJVN Ltd.)
**Tender No.:** STPL/C\&P/22-23/CS/107
**Date of Issue:** 06 August 2025
**Mode of Bidding:** Domestic Competitive Bidding – e-Tender (Open, Two-Stage)

### **Objective**

SJVN Thermal Pvt. Ltd. (STPL) invites online bids for **hiring an experienced O\&M agency** for providing **Operation & Maintenance services** of its **1320 MW (2×660 MW) Buxar Thermal Power Project**, located in **Buxar District, Bihar**.

### **Key Dates**

* **Publication on CPP Portal:** 06.08.2025
* **Start of Bid Submission:** 06.08.2025 (10:00 hrs)
* **Last Date for Clarifications:** 21.08.2025 (17:00 hrs)
* **Last Date for Online Bid Submission:** 06.09.2025 (14:00 hrs)
* **Opening of Technical Bids:** 08.09.2025 (15:00 hrs)
* **Opening of Price Bids:** To be notified later (for qualified bidders)

### **Eligibility Criteria**

1. **Experience:**

* Bidder should have successfully carried out **O\&M work for a coal-based thermal power plant of ≥500 MW capacity**, for at least **1 year within the last 7 years**.
* Alternatively, bidder must have **completed at least 1 O\&M contract of value ≥ ₹32 Cr**, OR 2 contracts ≥ ₹20 Cr each, OR 3 contracts ≥ ₹16 Cr each.

2. **Financial:**

* Average annual turnover of **₹40 Cr or more in the last 3 financial years**.
* Positive net worth as on last audited financial year.

3. **Legal & Compliance:**

* PAN, GST registration, EPF & ESIC compliance.
* No blacklisting/debarment by PSU/State/Central Government.

### **Tender Fee & Bid Security**

* **Tender Fee:** ₹5,000 (non-refundable).
* **EMD (Bid Security):** ₹50,00,000 (Fifty Lakhs) via online payment/DD/Bank Guarantee.

### **Scope of Work**

* Round-the-clock **operation and maintenance of the entire thermal power plant**, including:

* Boiler, turbine, generator units.
* Balance of Plant (BoP) systems.
* Electrical, mechanical & C\&I systems.
* Auxiliary and common facilities.
* Deployment of skilled manpower, supply of tools, consumables, and spares (as defined).
* Ensuring **safe, reliable & efficient plant performance** in line with regulatory/environmental standards.

### **Evaluation & Award**

* **Two-Stage Bidding:** Technical & Financial bids.
* Only technically responsive bids will qualify for price bid opening.
* Contract awarded to the **lowest evaluated (L1) bidder**.

### **Submission Process**

* Bidders must submit bids through the **CPP Portal** ([https://eprocure.gov.in/eprocure/app](https://eprocure.gov.in/eprocure/app)) using valid Class-III DSC.
* No manual/offline submission accepted.

### **Contact**

**SJVN Thermal Pvt. Ltd. (STPL)**
Buxar Thermal Power Project, District Buxar, Bihar
📧 [tenderenquiry.sjvnthermal@sjvn.nic.in](mailto:tenderenquiry.sjvnthermal@sjvn.nic.in) | 🌐 [www.sjvn.nic.in](http://www.sjvn.nic.in)

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NHPC Ltd issue Tender for Roof Top Developer for Setting up Grid Connected Solar Roof Top Plants in the state of Manipur on RESCO Mode through Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (Phase-II) – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/nhpc-ltd-issue-tender-for-roof-top-developer-for-setting-up-grid-connected-solar-roof-top-plants-in-the-state-of-manipur-on-resco-mode-through-tariff-based-competitive-bidding-phase-ii-eq/ Sat, 16 Aug 2025 09:29:30 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=350029 Summary:

## **Tender Summary – NHPC: Rooftop Solar Plants in Manipur (Phase-II, RESCO Mode)**

**Tendering Authority:** NHPC Limited (on behalf of NHPC Renewable Energy Ltd – NHPC REL, its wholly owned subsidiary)
**Tender ID:** 2025\_NHPC\_869731\_1
**Tender Ref. No.:** NH/CCW/CC-I/CO-368/PR61325/3 dated 29.05.2025
**Project Type:** Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar Plants on Government Buildings (RESCO Mode)
**Bidding Process:** Domestic Competitive Bidding – Single Stage, Two-Part (Techno-Commercial + Financial) with **e-Reverse Auction (e-RA)**

### **Project Scope**

* Selection of **Roof Top Developer (RTD)** for setting up solar rooftop plants at multiple government building sites across **Manipur**.
* Implementation under **RESCO Model** (developer invests, operates, and sells power).
* Part of **Phase-II rooftop solar program**.

### **Key Tender Details**

* **Cost of Bid Document:** ₹5,000/- (Demand Draft in favour of NHPC Ltd., payable at Faridabad)
* **Bid Security (EMD):** ₹35,63,000/- (DD/BG/POI/Insurance Surety Bond)
* **Bid Validity:** 120 days from last date of submission
* **Commissioning Timeline:** 9 months from PPA signing

### **Eligibility Criteria**

**A. Technical**

* Must have executed cumulative **≥400 kWp grid-connected solar PV projects**, with at least **one project ≥40 kWp**.
OR
* Experience as Solar PV Developer meeting the same capacity criteria.
OR
* EPC/developer experience in infrastructure/industry projects of **₹4 Cr+** plus at least **one 11 kV substation project**.

**B. Financial**

* **Average Annual Turnover:** ≥ ₹9.50 Cr (last 3 years)
* **Net Worth:** Positive in at least 2 of last 3 years (must be positive in immediately preceding year)
* **Working Capital:** ≥ ₹5.28 Cr

**C. Bidding Entities**

* Indian registered entities (sole bidder/JV/consortium up to 3 members).
* JV rules: lead partner ≥50% shareholding; others ≥20%.
* No blacklisting/termination due to poor performance in past 5 years.

### **Critical Dates**

* **Publishing & Download Start:** 23.07.2025 (18:30 hrs)
* **Bid Submission Start:** 28.07.2025 (11:00 hrs)
* **Bid Submission Close:** 21.08.2025 (17:30 hrs)
* **Offline Submission (EMD/Tender Fee):** 25.08.2025 (17:00 hrs)
* **Techno-Commercial Bid Opening:** 26.08.2025 (15:00 hrs)
* **Financial Bid Opening:** To be notified later
* **e-RA:** Date & time to be intimated separately by NHPC

### **Contact for Tender**

**General Manager (Civil Contracts-I)**
NHPC Office Complex, Sector-33, Faridabad – 121003, Haryana
Room No. 218, 2nd Floor, Jyoti Sadan
Tel: +91 (129) 2270596
Email: [contcivil1-co@nhpc.nic.in](mailto:contcivil1-co@nhpc.nic.in)

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CPWD issue Tender for SITC of Roof Top, Solar Power Plant (Grid Connected) at NRFMTTI, Hisar – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/cpwd-issue-tender-for-sitc-of-roof-top-solar-power-plant-grid-connected-at-nrfmtti-hisar-eq-2/ Sat, 16 Aug 2025 09:11:14 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=349373 CPWD issue Tender for SITC of Roof Top, Solar Power Plant (Grid Connected) at NRFMTTI, Hisar

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Tender Details :
Tender Title :
03/SE-Karnal/CPWD/2025-26 – Recall 1
Tender Reference Number : 03/SE-Karnal/CPWD/2025-26 – Recall 1 Tender Type : Open/Advertised
Tender Category : Works Product Category : Multi-crop Thresher
Product Sub-Category : Tender Fee * : 0
EMD * : 227604 Location :
 * Currency regarding Fee/EMD/Tender Value may please be checked with the corresponding tender portals/websites.
Critical Dates :
ePublished Date : 01-Aug-2025 02:00 PM Bid Opening Date : 22-Aug-2025 03:30 PM
Document Download Start Date : 01-Aug-2025 02:00 PM Document Download End Date : 22-Aug-2025 03:00 PM
Bid Submission Start Date : 01-Aug-2025 02:00 PM Bid Submission End Date : 22-Aug-2025 03:00 PM
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SJVN Ltd issue Tender for setting up of 3.3 MW Grid connected RTS PV Power Projects in Southern Region states under RESCO mode PMSGMBY – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/sjvn-ltd-issue-tender-for-setting-up-of-3-3-mw-grid-connected-rts-pv-power-projects-in-southern-region-states-under-resco-mode-pmsgmby-eq/ https://www.eqmagpro.com/sjvn-ltd-issue-tender-for-setting-up-of-3-3-mw-grid-connected-rts-pv-power-projects-in-southern-region-states-under-resco-mode-pmsgmby-eq/#respond Thu, 14 Aug 2025 09:50:10 +0000 http://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=30361 Summary:

## **SJVN Green Energy Limited (SGEL)**

**Document Type:** Notice Inviting Tender (NIT)
**Issued by:** SJVN Green Energy Limited (a subsidiary of SJVN Ltd.)
**Tender No.:** SGEL/BD/1500MW/India/2025/01
**Date:** 05.08.2025

### **1. Key Dates**

* **Tender Document Availability:** From 05.08.2025 to 15.09.2025 (up to 11:00 hrs)
* **Pre-bid Meeting:** 19.08.2025 at 11:00 hrs (online)
* **Bid Submission Deadline:** 15.09.2025 up to 11:00 hrs
* **Technical Bid Opening:** 15.09.2025 at 15:00 hrs
* **Financial Bid Opening:** To be intimated later to technically qualified bidders
* **Completion Schedule:** As per bid document (project-specific timelines)

### **2. Work Description**

**Name of Work:**
Selection of Solar Power Developers (SPDs) for development of **1500 MW ISTS-connected Solar PV Power Projects** in India through competitive bidding (tariff-based), followed by e-Reverse Auction (e-RA).

**Scope:**

* Design, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operation of grid-connected solar PV power projects
* Minimum bid capacity: 50 MW
* Maximum bid capacity: 750 MW per bidder
* Long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with SGEL for 25 years

### **3. Eligibility / Prequalification Criteria**

* **Technical:**

* Experience in commissioning grid-connected solar PV/wind projects (capacity requirements as per bid document)
* **Financial:**

* Net worth ≥ ₹1.06 crore per MW of quoted capacity
* Minimum annual turnover and internal resource generation criteria
* **Other:**

* Compliance with “Class-I Local Supplier” norms as per DPIIT orders
* No bar/blacklisting by any government agency
* Bidders from countries sharing land borders with India must be registered with Competent Authority

### **4. Tender Components**

* NIT and detailed Request for Selection (RfS) document
* Instructions to bidders & bid evaluation criteria
* Draft PPA and PSA (Power Sale Agreement)
* Format for technical & financial bids
* Bank guarantee formats (EMD & performance security)

### **5. Procurement & Submission**

* **Tender Fee:** ₹29,500 (incl. GST)
* **EMD:** ₹11.80 lakh per MW (bank guarantee or online payment)
* **Submission Mode:** Online via e-tender portal
* Two-envelope system:

* **Part-I:** Technical bid with all eligibility documents
* **Part-II:** Financial bid (tariff in ₹/kWh)
* Physical submission of original BGs for EMD & other mandated documents

### **6. Evaluation & Award**

* Techno-commercial evaluation first
* Financial bids of only qualified bidders opened
* Lowest tariff (L1) discovered through e-Reverse Auction
* Award on per-project basis within bidder capacity limits
* PPA term: 25 years from scheduled commissioning date

### **7. Important Clauses**

* Commissioning timelines as per bid capacity & location (details in RfS)
* Liquidated damages for delay in commissioning
* Performance Bank Guarantee: ₹29.50 lakh per MW
* Compliance with renewable energy quality and grid code norms
* Curtailment compensation in case of offtake constraints (per PPA)

**Issued by:**
Chief General Manager (BD), SJVN Green Energy Limited

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Petition of the Electricity Act for determination of tariff of 15 MW Solar PV Grid connected Power Projects located at Vithalpar, District Morbi – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/petition-of-the-electricity-act-for-determination-of-tariff-of-15-mw-solar-pv-grid-connected-power-projects-located-at-vithalpar-district-morbi-eq/ https://www.eqmagpro.com/petition-of-the-electricity-act-for-determination-of-tariff-of-15-mw-solar-pv-grid-connected-power-projects-located-at-vithalpar-district-morbi-eq/#respond Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:25:08 +0000 http://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=63584 Summary:

## **Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL) vs. Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL)**

**Forum:** Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC), Gandhinagar
**Petition No.:** 2508 of 2025
**Order Date:** 08 August 2025
**Coram:**

* Mehul M. Gandhi, Member
* S.R. Pandey, Member

### **1. Case Background**

* **Petitioner:** Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL)

* Counsel: Mr. Shubhadeep Sen & Mr. Nitin B. Kansara
* **Respondent:** Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL)

* Counsel: Mr. K.N. Brahmbhatt & Mr. Kishore Lakhani
* **Matter:** Petition under **Section 62 read with Section 86(1)(a)** of the Electricity Act, 2003 for **determination of tariff** for **15 MW Solar PV Grid-connected Power Project** at Vithalpar, District Morbi, established by GSECL.

### **2. Petitioner’s Submissions**

* Project commissioned on **27.03.2024**.
* Requested **interim tariff @ 95%** of claimed tariff as an interim arrangement until final tariff determination, to meet O\&M and other operational expenses.
* Agreed to submit within **two weeks**:

* EPC, civil, and O\&M contracts
* Loan agreements and financial arrangements
* Board resolutions for equity
* Copy of PPA
* Technical details and project particulars
* Agreed to **issue public notice** inviting stakeholder comments/suggestions.

### **3. Respondent’s Submissions**

* Requested time to file reply in the matter.

### **4. Commission’s Observations & Directions**

* **Jurisdiction:** Established under Sections 62 & 86(1)(a) of the Electricity Act, 2003 (full provisions reproduced in the order).
* **Public Notice:**

* To be issued in **two Gujarati** and **one English** newspaper.
* Petition and documents to be uploaded on Petitioner’s website.
* Stakeholders to submit objections/comments within **30 days** of notice.
* Public notice to mention Petition No., subject matter, and relief sought.
* **Document Filing:**

* Compliance affidavit with published notices to be submitted.
* Commission staff to upload petition and documents on GERC website.
* **Stakeholder Engagement:**

* Commission staff to forward stakeholder submissions to Petitioner.
* Hearing notices to be issued to objectors.
* **Reply Deadlines:**

* Respondent’s reply within **4 weeks** (copy to Petitioner).
* Petitioner’s rejoinder within **3 weeks** of receiving reply (copy to Respondent).
* **Interim Tariff Request:**

* Commission directed parties to act as per PPA terms for payment; no provisional tariff granted.

### **5. Outcome**

* Procedural order setting timelines for public notice, document submissions, replies, and rejoinders.
* Interim relief request deferred; payments to follow existing PPA terms.
* Next hearing date to be announced separately.

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Petition of the Electricity Act for determination of tariff of 40 MW Solar PV Grid connected Power Projects located at Haripar, District Jamnagar – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/petition-of-the-electricity-act-for-determination-of-tariff-of-40-mw-solar-pv-grid-connected-power-projects-located-at-haripar-district-jamnagar-eq/ https://www.eqmagpro.com/petition-of-the-electricity-act-for-determination-of-tariff-of-40-mw-solar-pv-grid-connected-power-projects-located-at-haripar-district-jamnagar-eq/#respond Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:19:48 +0000 http://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=64022 Summary:

## **Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL) vs. Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL)**

**Forum:** Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC), Gandhinagar
**Petition No.:** 2511 of 2025
**Order Date:** 08 August 2025
**Coram:**

* S.R. Pandey, Member
* Mehul M. Gandhi, Member

### **1. Case Background**

* **Petitioner:** Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL)

* Counsel: Mr. Shubhadeep Sen & Mr. Nitin B. Kansara
* **Respondent:** Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL)

* Counsel: Mr. K.N. Brahmbhatt & Mr. Kishore Lakhani
* **Matter:** Petition under **Section 62 read with Section 86(1)(a)** of the Electricity Act, 2003 for **determination of tariff** for **40 MW Solar PV Grid-connected Power Projects** at Haripar, District Jamnagar, established by GSECL.

### **2. Petitioner’s Submissions**

* The project became operational in **four phases**:

1. 10 MW – 25.04.2022
2. 10 MW – 14.06.2022
3. 10 MW – 28.06.2022
4. 10 MW – 12.07.2022
* Requested **interim tariff @ 95%** of the claimed tariff as an interim arrangement to cover O\&M and obligations, subject to adjustment after final tariff determination.
* Agreed to submit supporting documents within **two weeks**, including:

* EPC, civil, and O\&M contracts
* Loan agreements and financial arrangements
* Board resolutions on equity
* Copy of PPA and technical details
* Agreed to issue **public notice** inviting stakeholder comments/suggestions.

### **3. Respondent’s Submissions**

* Requested time to file a reply in the matter.

### **4. Commission’s Observations & Directions**

* **Jurisdiction:** Confirmed under Section 62 and Section 86(1)(a) of the Electricity Act, 2003.
* **Public Notice:** Directed Petitioner to publish in **two Gujarati newspapers** and **one English newspaper** with wide circulation, and upload the petition and documents on its website. Stakeholders to file comments within **30 days** of notice.
* **Document Submission:** Petitioner to file compliance affidavit with copies of published notices.
* **Respondent’s Reply:** Due within **4 weeks** (copy to Petitioner).
* **Petitioner’s Rejoinder:** Due within **3 weeks** after receiving Respondent’s reply (copy to Respondent).
* **Stakeholder Participation:** Commission staff to forward stakeholder comments to Petitioner and issue hearing notices to objectors.
* **Interim Tariff Request:** Directed both parties to act per terms of PPA regarding payments for supplied energy — no provisional tariff granted at this stage.

### **5. Outcome**

* Procedural order — sets timelines for public notice, document submissions, replies, and rejoinders.
* Interim relief request deferred; parties to follow existing PPA payment terms.
* Next hearing date to be notified separately.

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NCRTC issue Tender for Selection of Solar Power Developer for setting up of 110 MW (AC) Grid Connected Solar PV Power Project in UP Under Captive mode – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/ncrtc-issue-tender-for-selection-of-solar-power-developer-for-setting-up-of-110-mw-ac-grid-connected-solar-pv-power-project-in-up-under-captive-mode-eq/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 09:59:02 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=349780 Summary:

## **NCRTC Invitation for Bids**

**Issued by:** National Capital Region Transport Corporation Ltd. (NCRTC)
**Bid Reference:** DM/EL/COR-OF/282
**Date of Issue:** 11 August 2025

### **Objective**

NCRTC invites **open e-bids** under a **Single Stage, Two Packet System** for the **Selection of Solar Power Developer** to set up a **110 MW (AC) Grid-Connected Solar PV Power Project** in Uttar Pradesh under **captive mode**.

### **Bid Schedule & Key Dates**

* **Bid Security:** INR 6.60 crores (BG/Demand Draft/Banker’s Cheque/FDR) valid till **20 April 2026**.

* Physical submission of original bid security by **25 Sept 2025, 15:00 hrs**.
* **Completion Period:** 18 months from signing of PPA.
* **Bid Document Availability:** 11 Aug – 25 Sept 2025 (till 15:00 hrs) on e-procurement portal.
* **Clarification Request Deadline:** 29 Aug 2025 (17:00 hrs).
* **Pre-bid Meeting:** 26 Aug 2025 at 11:00 hrs (via Video Conference).
* **Bid Submission:**

* Start: 18 Sept 2025 (15:00 hrs)
* End: 25 Sept 2025 (15:00 hrs)
* **Technical Bid Opening:** 26 Sept 2025 (15:00 hrs).

### **Key Instructions**

* Manual bids are **not permitted**; only electronic submission via **[https://etenders.gov.in/eprocure/app](https://etenders.gov.in/eprocure/app)**.
* Bidders must:

* Register on the e-procurement portal.
* Have Class-III Digital Signature for the authorized signatory.
* Upload scanned copies of bid security online while submitting the original physically.
* Any bid without original bid security will be **rejected**.
* Bid validity: **180 days** from bid submission deadline.

### **Pre-bid Meeting Details**

* Conducted via Video Conferencing.
* Request for participation to be emailed at least 2 days before meeting to **[procurementcell@ncrtc.in](mailto:procurementcell@ncrtc.in)** with company details, attendee details, and designated email ID for VC link.
* NCRTC may allow a maximum of **two email IDs** per company.
* NCRTC may conduct a second pre-bid meeting at its discretion.

### **Other Conditions**

* Addenda/corrigenda will be issued only via the e-procurement portal—bidders must check regularly.
* NCRTC reserves the right to accept or reject any/all bids without assigning reasons.
* Letter of Acceptance (LoA) will be sent via post/courier/hand delivery and email.

**Contact for Clarifications:**
**Group General Manager (Procurement)**
National Capital Region Transport Corporation Ltd.
GatiShakti Bhawan, INA, New Delhi – 110023
Tel: +91-11-24666700
Email: [procurementcell@ncrtc.in](mailto:procurementcell@ncrtc.in)

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Maharashtra Energy Development Agency Pune issue Tender for DMSITC Of Grid Connected Solar Power Plants at Govt Buildings With 5 Years CMC in Hingoli District – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/maharashtra-energy-development-agency-pune-issue-tender-for-dmsitc-of-grid-connected-solar-power-plants-at-govt-buildings-with-5-years-cmc-in-hingoli-district-eq/ Fri, 08 Aug 2025 10:19:13 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=349706 Summary:

## 📘 **Project Overview**

* **Name of Work:**
Design, Manufacture, Supply, Installation, Testing, and Commissioning of Grid-Connected Solar Project
with **Five Years Comprehensive Maintenance Contract**
* **Location:**
Various Government and Semi-Government Buildings in **Parbhani District**, Maharashtra
* **Implementing Agency:**
Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (MEDA), Pune

## 📑 **Bidding Process**

* **Bidding Type:**
Two-part **e-tendering**:

* Part 1: Technical Bid
* Part 2: Financial Bid (only for technically qualified bidders)

* **Tender Reference No.:**
`REN/GRID CONN. GOVT BLDGS/HINGOLI/2025-26/1R`

## 📅 **Key Dates**

| Activity | Date & Time |
| ————————- | ——————————————– |
| Sale & Submission of Bids | 06.08.2025, 10:00 AM to 15.08.2025, 06:00 PM |
| Technical Bid Opening | 16.08.2025 at 11:00 AM |
| Financial Bid Opening | To be announced later |

## 💰 **Financial Details**

| Item | Amount |
| ————————– | ——————————————— |
| **Estimated Project Cost** | ₹1,56,59,401 (₹1.56 crore) |
| **EMD (Bid Security)** | ₹1,56,500 (Online Payment Only) |
| **Tender Document Fee** | ₹22,420 (Non-refundable, incl. 18% GST) |
| **Security Deposit** | 3% of contract value via Demand Draft to MEDA |

## ⚙ **Execution Requirements**

* Scope includes full execution:

* Design
* Manufacture
* Supply
* Installation
* Testing
* Commissioning
* **O\&M (Operation & Maintenance)** period: **5 Years**

## 📍 **Venue & Communication**

* **MEDA Divisional Office (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar):**

* City Survey No. 11149, Shop No. 305, 3rd Floor, Sai Trade Centre, Railway Station Road,
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, 431005
* Phone: 0240-2653595

## 📌 **Additional Notes**

* **e-Tender Portal:** [mahatenders.gov.in](https://mahatenders.gov.in)
* **Payment Methods:**
Only via **SBI Net Banking / RTGS / NEFT**
* **Government Resolution Dated 01/12/2016** (and subsequent amendments) applies
* **Help Desk:** NIC (National Informatics Centre) – 24×7 Support at 0120-4001002/5

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SJVN Ltd issue Tender for setting up of 1.4 GW Grid connected RTS PV Power Projects under RESCO MODE – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/sjvn-ltd-issue-tender-for-setting-up-of-1-4-gw-grid-connected-rts-pv-power-projects-under-resco-mode-eq/ Fri, 08 Aug 2025 10:12:15 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=349703 Summary:

### 📘 **Project Overview**

* **Title:** Request for Selection (RfS) of Solar Rooftop Power Developers
* **Total Capacity:** 1400 kW (cumulative)
* **Project Type:** Grid-connected Rooftop Solar PV Power Projects (without battery storage)
* **Mode:** RESCO/PPA (Renewable Energy Service Company / Power Purchase Agreement)
* **Bidding Type:** Tariff-based Competitive Bidding
* **Scope:** Installation on **Union Government buildings** in the following **Special Category States/UTs**:

* **Himalayan and North-East States**: Uttarakhand, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir
* **Union Territory:** Andaman & Nicobar Islands

### 🏢 **Implementing Agency**

* **SJVN Limited**

* A Joint Venture of the Government of India and Government of Himachal Pradesh
* A Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Power
* Designated as **Scheme Implementation Partner (SIP)** by MNRE for solarizing government buildings under this scheme

### 📅 **Key Dates**

| Activity | Date |
| ———————————– | ———————– |
| RfS Issuance | 24.07.2025 |
| Pre-bid Meeting | 04.08.2025 at 15:00 hrs |
| Last Date for Online Bid Submission | 14.08.2025 by 13:00 hrs |
| Technical Bid Opening | 14.08.2025 at 15:00 hrs |
| Hard Copy Submission Deadline | 24.08.2025 by 18:00 hrs |
| Price Bid Opening | To be intimated later |

### 💰 **Financial Requirements**

* **Tender Fee:** ₹5,900 (non-refundable, incl. GST)
* **Earnest Money Deposit (EMD):** ₹1,100 per kW of quoted capacity
* **Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG):** As specified in RfS

### 📝 **Eligibility & Bidding Structure**

* **Bidders:** Open to Rooftop Solar Power Developers (SPDs), including companies, joint ventures, or consortiums
* **Bid Format:** Single-stage, two-envelope (Technical & Financial Bids)
* **Minimum Requirements:**

* Technical eligibility (experience in solar project development)
* Financial eligibility (net worth and turnover as per criteria in Section IV)

### 🧾 **Bid Submission & Registration**

* Bids must be submitted through the **ISN-ETS e-tender portal**
* Mandatory registration on the portal
* Submission includes:

* Power of Attorney
* Consortium Agreement (if applicable)
* Financial documents
* Technical eligibility documentation
* Declarations & Undertakings
* Bid formats (as provided in Section VII)

### 🏗 **Project Delivery & Execution**

* Projects are to be developed under the **RESCO model**:

* The developer invests, installs, and owns the system
* Government building rooftops are used
* Power is sold under a **long-term PPA**
* **No Central Government Financial Assistance** is provided for these projects
* Fiscal incentives such as accelerated depreciation, tax holidays, etc., may be availed by bidders at their discretion

### 📋 **Evaluation & Selection**

* Selection based on:

* Technical qualification
* Lowest tariff offered (L1 selection method)
* No e-reverse auction is applicable
* SJVN reserves the right to cancel or modify the RfS at any stage

### 📞 **Contact Information**

* **SJVN Contracts Team (RTS):**

* Email: [sjvnrts.contract@sjvn.nic.in](mailto:sjvnrts.contract@sjvn.nic.in)
* Phone contacts provided for technical and commercial queries
* **ISN-ETS Portal Support:**

* Email: [support@isn-ets.com](mailto:support@isn-ets.com)
* Phone: +91-124-4229071 / 4229072

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SJVN Ltd issue Tender for setting up of 1.6 MW Grid connected RTS PV Power Projects under RESCO MODE PMSGM – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/sjvn-ltd-issue-tender-for-setting-up-of-1-6-mw-grid-connected-rts-pv-power-projects-under-resco-mode-pmsgm-eq/ Thu, 07 Aug 2025 10:23:13 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=349651 Summary:

## 📘 **Tender Overview**

* **Authority**: SJVN Limited (A JV of Govt. of India & Govt. of Himachal Pradesh)
* **Name of Work**: Selection of Rooftop Solar Power Developers (SRPDs)
* **Total Capacity**: **3276 kW**
* **Location**: Union Government buildings in:

* Telangana
* Andhra Pradesh
* Karnataka
* Tamil Nadu
* Kerala
* **Technology**: Grid-connected Rooftop Solar PV Systems (without battery backup)
* **Model**: RESCO (build-own-operate) basis with Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)

## 📆 **Key Dates**

| Milestone | Date |
| ———————————- | ————————————- |
| **Tender Issuance** | 23 July 2025 |
| **Pre-Bid Meeting** | 04 August 2025 at 15:00 hrs |
| **Online Bid Submission Deadline** | 13 August 2025 at 13:00 hrs |
| **Technical Bid Opening** | 13 August 2025 at 15:00 hrs |
| **Hard Copy Submission Deadline** | 23 August 2025 at 18:00 hrs |
| **Financial Bid Opening** | Will be notified to qualified bidders |

## 💸 **Financial Requirements**

* **Tender Fee**: ₹5,900 (inclusive of 18% GST)
* **EMD**: ₹1,000 per kW of quoted capacity

* Acceptable forms:

* Bank Guarantee
* Demand Draft
* NEFT/RTGS
* Insurance Surety Bond
* Payment on Order Instrument (POI)
* **Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG)**: Required from successful bidders after award

## ✅ **Eligibility Criteria**

* **Who can Bid**:

* Individual companies
* Joint ventures (JVs)
* Consortiums
* **Bidder Types**: Rooftop Solar Power Developers (SRPDs)
* **General Conditions**:

* No financial support from the Central Government
* Must have experience in EPC, O\&M, or power sector (specific technical capacity may be specified in later sections)
* **Technical Qualification**:

* Prior experience in installing and maintaining rooftop solar systems (details to be checked in bid documents)
* **Financial Qualification**:

* Minimum turnover and net worth criteria may apply based on quoted capacity (not specified in extracted sections but generally applicable)

## 🔧 **Scope of Work**

* **Design, Supply, Installation, Testing, Commissioning (DSITC)** of rooftop solar systems
* **Operation & Maintenance (O\&M)** for the full PPA period
* **Metering, Net Metering**, and related grid compliance
* **Bidder to identify suitable rooftops** among available government buildings
* **Electricity generated** to be sold to the building occupants under the RESCO model

## 📑 **Bid Submission Process**

* **Mode**: Online submission through [https://www.bharat-electronictender.com](https://www.bharat-electronictender.com)
* **System**: Single-stage, two-envelope (Technical + Financial)
* **Offline Submission**: Hard copies of some documents to be submitted to SJVN by post/by hand before 23 Aug 2025
* **e-Reverse Auction**: Not applicable
* **Bidding by Cluster**: Capacity broken into state-wise clusters – bidder may quote for one or more

## 🏢 **PPA & Project Implementation**

* **PPA Tenure**: Typically 25 years (details to be verified in final agreement)
* **Tariff**: To be discovered through competitive bidding
* **Commissioning Timeline**: Likely defined per cluster/building (to be verified in the full scope section)

## 📞 **Contact for Clarifications**

* **Bhupinder Kr. Dhiman** (DGM, Contracts)

* 📱 +91 94184 57513
* 📧 [sjvnrts.contract@sjvn.nic.in](mailto:sjvnrts.contract@sjvn.nic.in)
* **SJVN Website**: [www.sjvn.nic.in](http://www.sjvn.nic.in)

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SJVN Ltd issue Tender for setting up of 3.3 MW Grid connected Rooftop Solar PV Power Projects in the Southern Region states under RESCO mode PMSGMBY – EQ https://www.eqmagpro.com/sjvn-ltd-issue-tender-for-setting-up-of-3-3-mw-grid-connected-rooftop-solar-pv-power-projects-in-the-southern-region-states-under-resco-mode-pmsgmby-eq/ Wed, 06 Aug 2025 10:18:22 +0000 https://www.eqmagpro.com/?p=349607 Summary:

## 🌞 **DETAILED SUMMARY – SJVN Rooftop Solar Tender (Southern Region)**

**RfS No.:** SJVN/RTS/2025-26/Rooftop Solar-16
**Date of Issue:** 23 July 2025
**Issued by:** **SJVN Limited** – A Joint Venture of Government of India & Government of Himachal Pradesh
**Mode:** Tariff-based Competitive Bidding under RESCO Model

### 📍 **PROJECT OVERVIEW**

* **Scope**: Design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, operation and maintenance of **3276 kW** grid-connected **rooftop solar PV systems** without battery backup.

* **Region**: Southern States – **Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu**.

* **Target Premises**: Union Government buildings administered by:

* Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
* Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
* Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation
* Ministry of Commerce & Industry
* Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship
* Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions

* **Implementation Model**: **RESCO Model** – Developer installs the system at their own cost and enters a **Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)** with building owners.

* **Financial Support**: **No Central Financial Assistance (CFA)** applicable to this project as per MNRE norms (since buildings are government-owned).

### 📦 **BID STRUCTURE**

* **Bidding Process**: **Single-stage**, **Two-envelope** system.

* **Envelope I – Technical Bid**
* **Envelope II – Financial Bid**
* **Mode**: Through e-tendering on [ISN-ETS Portal](https://www.bharat-electronictender.com)

### 💰 **FINANCIAL DETAILS**

| Item | Description |
| ———————————— | ————————————————————————————— |
| **Tender Fee** | ₹5,900 (₹5,000 + 18% GST), Non-refundable |
| **EMD** | ₹1,000 per kW of quoted capacity |
| **Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG)** | To be submitted by selected bidders, terms in PPA |
| **Payment Modes for EMD** | NEFT/RTGS, Bank Guarantee, DD, Insurance Surety Bond, Payment on Order Instrument (POI) |

### 📅 **CRITICAL DATES**

| Event | Date & Time |
| ———————————– | —————————————————– |
| RfS Issue Date | 23 July 2025 |
| Pre-Bid Meeting | 4 August 2025 at 15:00 hrs (Delhi Office & Online) |
| Last Date for Online Bid Submission | 13 August 2025 by 13:00 hrs |
| Technical Bid Opening | 13 August 2025 at 15:00 hrs |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Submission | 23 August 2025 by 18:00 hrs |
| Financial Bid Opening | To be notified later to technically qualified bidders |

### ✅ **ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA**

1. **Who can apply**:

* Indian companies, Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs), Partnerships or Consortia/JVs.
* Experience in rooftop solar projects desirable but not mandatory.
* Must have valid registration on **ISN-ETS portal**.

2. **Not eligible for exemptions**:

* Startups, MSMEs, or any entity cannot claim exemption from Tender Fee or EMD.

3. **Document Requirements**:

* PAN, GSTIN, company registration certificates.
* Financial statements (Profit & Loss, Turnover, Net Worth).
* Undertakings on legal compliance, non-blacklisting, technical capability.

### ⚙ **RESCO MODEL FEATURES**

* SPD bears full capital cost and maintenance of solar system.
* Electricity is sold to the government entity via PPA at a discovered tariff.
* Ownership remains with SPD during the contract term.
* PPA duration and terms will be defined in the contract issued post selection.

### 🔐 **EMD CONDITIONS**

* EMD will be **forfeited** in following cases:

* Withdrawal or modification of bid post deadline.
* Submission of false documents.
* Failure to sign PPA or submit PBG.
* If submitted as Bank Guarantee (BG), validity must be minimum 9 months from last submission date.

### 🔄 **OTHER KEY CONDITIONS**

* **Bid Validity**: 12 months from last date of submission.
* **Consortiums/JVs**: Allowed, with proper documentation of member responsibilities and lead bidder.
* **Tariff Discovery**: Lowest bidder (L1) for each location based on per kWh basis.
* **PPA Signing**: Only after successful empanelment and issuance of LoA.
* **No claim for CFA**: Since the sites are all Union Government buildings, CFA is not applicable.

### 📩 **KEY CONTACT PERSONS**

| Name | Designation | Mobile |
| ———————— | ——————————————————————- | ————– |
| Mr. Bhupinder Kr. Dhiman | DGM (Contracts) | +91 9418457513 |
| Mr. Rakesh Verma | DGM (Technical) | +91 9818659069 |
| Mr. Deependra Verma | Manager | +91 8894304429 |
| Mr. Rajendra Singh Rawat | Dy. Manager | +91 8894065950 |
| **Email for queries** | [sjvnrts.contract@sjvn.nic.in](mailto:sjvnrts.contract@sjvn.nic.in) | |

### 📝 **ADDITIONAL NOTES**

* SJVN may disqualify any bidder for fraudulent practices or non-compliance.
* Bidders must quote tariffs inclusive of all taxes, duties, and levies.
* PPA will be non-negotiable once awarded.
* SJVN reserves right to reject any or all bids without assigning reasons.

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