Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL) has issued a Notice Inviting Tender (NIT) for the development of a solar-plus-storage project in Solan, Himachal Pradesh. The tender, released on March 31, 2026, invites bids through a national open competitive e-tendering process.
The project, titled Dabhota-I Solar Power Project, will comprise a 9 MW (AC) solar photovoltaic plant integrated with a 3.15 MW / 6.3 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). Designed as a hybrid renewable energy project, it aims to enhance grid stability and ensure efficient power management through storage-backed generation.
The selected bidder will execute the project on a turnkey EPC basis, covering design, engineering, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and grid integration. The scope also includes comprehensive operation and maintenance (O&M) services for a period of 15 years.
The bidding process will follow a single-stage, two-envelope system with an e-reverse auction mechanism. Developers must meet specified financial and technical eligibility criteria to qualify for participation.
Financial & Eligibility Highlights
- Earnest Money Deposit (EMD): ₹1.5 Crore
- Tender Document Cost: ₹10,000 (inclusive of GST)
- Minimum Turnover Requirement: ₹29 Crore (last 3 financial years)
- Experience Requirement: Prior solar + BESS project execution
Important Timelines
- Start of Bid Document Sale: April 2, 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Site Visit: April 16, 2026
- Pre-bid Meeting: April 18, 2026 (11:00 AM)
- Last Date to Download Documents: May 5, 2026 (1:00 PM)
- Bid Submission Deadline: May 5, 2026 (2:00 PM)
- Technical Bid Opening: May 5, 2026 (3:00 PM)
- Financial Bid Opening: To be announced
- e-Reverse Auction: To be announced
This tender underscores HPPCL’s continued push toward integrating renewable energy with storage solutions in India’s evolving power landscape.
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