IOCL Invites Bids For 100 kWp Solar Power Project At Calicut Bottling Plant

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has invited bids for the installation and commissioning of a 100 kWp on-grid solar power project at its Calicut Bottling Plant in Malappuram, Kerala. The project includes both ground-mounted and rooftop solar installations. Additionally, it covers two years of comprehensive operation and maintenance, with a provision for extending maintenance services for an additional three years based on performance.

The project is divided into two parts. The first part involves the installation, testing, and commissioning of IOCL-supplied solar panels, including civil and allied works for mounting panels above a pond area. It also includes a two-year operation and maintenance period post-commissioning. The second part covers an additional three years of maintenance after the initial contract period, ensuring the long-term efficiency of the solar system.

The estimated value of the contract is approximately ₹46.94 lakh, including an 18% GST. The earnest money deposit (EMD) for the tender is ₹11,735.39, which must be submitted online. The security deposit (SD) for Part A is 10% of the total contract value, with an initial security deposit (ISD) of 2.5%. For Part B, the SD is 1% of the total quoted price for Part A. The bid submission end date is 4^th March 2025.

The completion timeline for Part A is two months from the 10th day of the commencement order or the date of site handover, whichever is earlier. The operation and maintenance under Part A will last for 24 months post-commissioning. The additional maintenance period under Part B will extend for 36 months after the completion of Part A.

The tender process follows a two-bid system, comprising a technical bid and a price bid. Technical bids will be evaluated first, and only the qualified bidders will proceed to the price bid stage. The contract will be awarded to the lowest bidder (L1) based on the overall quoted amount. In case of a tie, bidders will be asked to submit a discount bid in a sealed envelope, and if a tie persists, the bidder with the highest turnover over the past three years will be selected.

Interested bidders must conduct a site visit before submitting their bids. The site visit report, certified by an IOCL representative, is a mandatory submission. Additionally, bidders must provide essential documents such as a PAN card, GST registration, PF registration, and declarations as per tender requirements.

The tender submission and evaluation process will be conducted entirely through IOCL’s e-tendering portal. The tender validity period is 120 days from the date of the technical bid opening. IOCL reserves the right to accept or reject any bid without assigning reasons.