THDC India Limited Invites Bids For 53.9 MW Solar PV Project At KPCL Thermal Plant In Karnataka

THDC India Limited has issued a tender for the implementation of a 53.9 MWac/72.8 MWp ground-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) project. This project will be set up within the premises of the KPCL Thermal Plant (RTPS). Along with the construction of the solar power plant, the contract includes a comprehensive operation and maintenance (O&M) service for three years after the plant starts operating fully. The estimated cost for this project is about ₹220.24 crores, including Goods and Services Tax (GST).

The tender is open specifically to “Class-I local suppliers.” The bidding process will follow a single-stage, two-envelope system conducted electronically, which means bidders will submit their technical and financial documents separately online. After the bid submission, an electronic reverse auction will be held to finalize the contract.

The tender notice provides important dates for interested bidders. The bidding documents were made available from August 11, 2025, at 6:55 PM and will be accessible until August 25, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Those interested in the project have until August 16, 2025, to ask any questions or seek clarifications regarding the tender. All bids must be submitted by August 25, 2025, at 11:00 AM. The first envelope containing the pre-qualification and techno-commercial bids will be opened on August 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM. The validity period of the bids will be 180 days from the date of opening these bids.

To participate in the tender, bidders are required to submit an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹4.40 crores, which includes GST. The EMD can be paid in several ways, such as Demand Draft, RTGS/NEFT transfer, Bank Guarantee, or an Insurance Surety Bond. However, Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) are exempted from paying both the tender fee and the EMD, provided they submit valid documents to prove their MSE status. It is also noted that the tender document is available free of cost.

The total time allotted for the completion of the solar project is 12 months from the effective date of the contract. Once the solar plant is fully operational and has received acceptance, the three-year period for operation and maintenance will start. This means that the successful bidder will not only build the solar power plant but will also be responsible for maintaining and operating it efficiently for three years after completion.

This tender by THDC India Limited is part of the company’s efforts to increase renewable energy capacity by adding a solar PV project at the KPCL Thermal Plant premises. The focus on local suppliers and clear timelines in the tender is intended to encourage participation from qualified bidders and ensure the timely completion of the project.

Bidders interested in participating must keep track of the key dates for document download, query submission, bid submission, and bid opening. Following these timelines closely is essential for successful participation. The tender’s payment terms and exemptions for Micro and Small Enterprises provide flexibility to different types of companies.

Overall, the tender offers an opportunity for qualified local companies to contribute to India’s growing renewable energy sector through this large-scale solar PV project. The inclusion of a three-year O&M period underlines the importance of ensuring reliable plant performance after commissioning. This initiative by THDC India Limited aims to strengthen clean energy generation while promoting local industry participation.