- Single developers can compete for 50-300 MW of the available capacity in 10 MW multiples
- In order to be an eligible bidder, one should have an average annual turnover of not less than 210 crores during the last three financial years
- The last date to submit the bid is November 18, 2019
According to a recent report by PV magazine, NTPC has invited bids to set up 1 GW of grid-connected solar projects on a “develop-build-demonstrate-transfer” basis in India. The work will include design, engineering, manufacturing, supply, storage, installation, and commissioning of the capacity.
The selected developers will have to provide operation and maintenance of the complete solar plant including switchyard and power evacuation system till ISTS substation along with electrical equipment for a period of three years. Single developers can compete for 50-300 MW of the available capacity in 10 MW multiples.
Bids must be accompanied with the following bank guarantee:
- 2 crore for 50 MW
- 5 crore for 60-110 MW
- 10 crore for 120-220 MW
- 20 crore for 230-300 MW
In order to be an eligible bidder, one should have an average annual turnover of not less than 210 crores during the last three financial years.
Technical requirements
Technical requirements include the provision of module mounting arrangement with tracking for ground-mounted systems and with floaters for floating solar system, inverter with maximum power point tracking technology, module cleaning system and SCADA system for control and monitoring, reported PV Magazine.
The last date to submit the bid is November 18, 2019.