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

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## **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.

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### 🗓️ 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.

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### 💰 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.

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### ✅ 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.

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### 🌱 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**.

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### 📊 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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