The Rubber Board, operating under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has issued a Notice Inviting Tender (NIT) for a major renewable energy project at its headquarters in Kottayam, Kerala. The tender invites bids for the design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a 330 kWp grid-connected solar power plant with a 55 kW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on a turnkey basis. The project covers both survey-based ground-mounted arrays and rooftop installations, ensuring optimal utilization of available space for energy generation.
The project is structured as a full turnkey assignment, requiring the successful bidder to handle all phases from design to full operational readiness. The solar plant will generate 330 kilowatt-peak (kWp) of electricity and will be integrated with a 55 kW BESS to enhance energy reliability and efficiency. The installation will be distributed across ground-mounted and rooftop areas, allowing for flexibility and maximum energy capture.
Bidders are required to comply with financial and procedural obligations. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹3,20,000 is mandatory to participate in the tender. Additionally, the successful bidder must provide a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) equivalent to 3% of the total contract value, valid for 18 months, as assurance for proper execution of the project. A non-refundable tender fee of ₹5,000, including GST, is also required.
The tender specifies important deadlines for submission and evaluation. The bid submission process begins on February 9, 2024, at 10:00 AM, and the last date and time for submission is March 22, 2024, at 3:00 PM. Bid opening will take place on March 25, 2024, at 3:30 PM. Once awarded, the successful bidder is expected to complete the entire scope of work—including design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning—within 10 weeks, equivalent to 70 days.
The tender includes detailed technical specifications, instructions to bidders, and general and special conditions of the contract. Components such as Metal Oxide Surge Arrestors are explicitly specified, reflecting the Rubber Board’s emphasis on quality and technical standards. Through this tender, the Rubber Board aims to upgrade its energy infrastructure efficiently, ensuring a reliable renewable energy system while partnering with competent and responsible contractors capable of delivering the project to the highest standards.
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