Bundelkhand Saur Urja Limited (BSUL), a joint venture between NHPC Limited and the Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA), has invited online electronic bids for the development of power evacuation infrastructure for the upcoming 1,200 MW Jalaun Solar Park in Uttar Pradesh. The project is a key component of the state’s large-scale renewable energy expansion and is aimed at ensuring smooth transmission of power generated from the solar park to the grid.
The scope of work under the tender includes the design, engineering, supply, construction, testing, and commissioning of multiple pooling sub-stations with a configuration of 400 kV/33 kV. It also covers the construction of internal and external transmission lines required for power evacuation, along with associated electrical systems, civil works, and structural components. In addition to the construction activities, the selected contractor will be responsible for the comprehensive operation and maintenance of the infrastructure for a period of three years.
The estimated cost of the project has been pegged at approximately INR 614.21 crore, highlighting the scale and complexity of the infrastructure involved. The completion period for the entire scope of work has been fixed at 16 months from the date of award, making timely execution a critical requirement under the contract.
To participate in the bidding process, interested companies are required to purchase the tender documents by paying a non-refundable fee of INR 20,000. BSUL has laid out a detailed and time-bound tender schedule to ensure transparency and smooth conduct of the bidding process. The tender was published on January 15, 2026, with document downloads starting later the same day. Bidders can raise queries until January 23, 2026, following which a pre-bid conference will be held on January 28, 2026. Online bid submissions will open on February 7, 2026, and close on February 16, 2026. The last date for submission of offline documents has been set for February 19, 2026, while the technical bids are scheduled to be opened on February 20, 2026.
As part of the financial security requirements, bidders must submit an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of INR 6.10 crore. BSUL has clearly stated that bids without the prescribed EMD will be rejected outright and will not be taken up for evaluation. The successful bidder will also be required to furnish a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) equivalent to five percent of the total contract value. This guarantee must remain valid up to 90 days beyond the defects liability period specified in the contract.
Additional safeguards have also been built into the tender. If a bidder relies on a sub-contractor to meet specific experience requirements, the sub-contractor will need to provide an additional PBG equal to five percent of the value of the work assigned to them. Similarly, subsidiary companies qualifying on the basis of a parent company’s credentials will also be required to furnish an additional five percent PBG.
From an eligibility standpoint, BSUL has prescribed stringent technical and financial criteria. Bidders must demonstrate an average annual turnover of at least INR 489 crore over the last two financial years and maintain a positive net worth. In terms of technical capability, prior experience in executing 400 kV sub-stations and high-voltage transmission line projects is mandatory. Through this tender, BSUL aims to onboard experienced players capable of delivering robust evacuation infrastructure to support one of Uttar Pradesh’s largest solar power projects.
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