Central Mine Planning and Design Institute Limited, a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has issued a turnkey tender for setting up a solar power project in Jharkhand. The project will be developed for Bharat Coking Coal Limited at the Dugdha-II site of the Dugdha Coal Washery in Dhanbad.
The proposed plant will have a capacity of 25 MW (AC) and 35 MWp (DC) and will be a ground-mounted, grid-connected solar installation. The scope of work is comprehensive, covering design, engineering, procurement, supply, construction, testing, and commissioning of the project. The selected contractor will also handle operation and maintenance for a long period of ten years, making it a full lifecycle responsibility.
The total contract duration is 4,017 days. This includes 365 days for construction and commissioning, followed by 3,652 days dedicated to operation and maintenance. The estimated cost of the project is around ₹155.23 crore, including GST, indicating a significant investment in clean energy infrastructure in the region.
To ensure quality execution, CMPDI has set strict eligibility criteria for bidders. Companies must have prior experience in executing similar solar photovoltaic projects within the last ten years. In addition, bidders must show financial strength, with an average annual turnover of at least 30% of the project cost over the last three financial years. They are also required to maintain a minimum net worth of 10% of the estimated cost.
The bidding process will take place online through the Coal India e-procurement portal. Interested bidders must possess a valid Digital Signature Certificate to participate. The tender also promotes the “Make in India” initiative, encouraging the use of domestically manufactured components. Joint ventures of up to three companies are allowed to bid for the project.
Financial requirements include an Earnest Money Deposit of ₹50 lakh, which must be paid online. The selected bidder will also need to provide a Performance Bank Guarantee within 21 days of receiving the acceptance of the tender to ensure proper execution of the contract.
The tender was issued on March 30, 2026, and bids must remain valid for 180 days from the submission deadline. The successful contractor is required to sign the agreement within 60 days of acceptance. Work is expected to start within 30 days of the letter of acceptance or within seven days after site handover, whichever is later.
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