Powergrid Corporation of India Limited has published a tender for the supply and installation of a 1.07 MW rooftop on-grid solar plant at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Durgapur, West Bengal. This project is part of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative by POWERGRID. The aim is to install a sustainable energy solution at the institute, which will also contribute to India’s renewable energy targets.
The tender was officially published on January 17, 2025. The scope of work includes the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of the solar plant. Bidders must meet the prequalification criteria, which will ensure that only competent contractors are selected for this significant project.
The document sale began on January 17, 2025, and will close on February 13, 2025. Prospective bidders can submit their soft copies of bids within this time frame. The last date for submitting the hard copies of the bids is also February 13, 2025. After the submission window closes, the bids will be opened on the same day, February 13, 2025, at 11:30 AM. The tender is classified as an open tender, inviting competition from qualified contractors. It falls under the category of “Works” and is aimed at public sector undertakings and joint ventures.
To participate in the bidding process, interested parties must submit an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of โน10,45,000. There is no cost for the tender document, making it accessible to a wide range of contractors. The successful bidder will be required to execute the project with strict adherence to timelines and quality standards.
The project is expected to be a major step toward increasing the reliance on clean energy in Indiaโs public sector institutions. NIT Durgapur will benefit from the solar plant, enhancing its sustainability while contributing to India’s green energy goals.
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