The New and Renewable Energy Development Corporation of Andhra Pradesh (NREDCAP) has invited an Expression of Interest (EoI) to empanel suppliers for grid-connected rooftop solar PV systems across the state. The initiative aims to promote solar adoption under the net metering policy through CAPEX mode, covering system capacities from 1 KWp to 500 KWp at multiple locations in Andhra Pradesh.
The scope of work includes complete responsibility for design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, synchronization, and maintenance of the solar rooftop systems. All installations must follow the technical standards set by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and relevant state utilities. Eligible applicants include indigenous manufacturers as well as experienced contractors with proven track records in solar installations.
The eligibility criteria have been divided based on system capacity. For projects ranging from 1 to 10 KWp, bidders must have an average annual turnover of at least Rs. 50 lakhs over the last three financial years or a net worth of Rs. 1 crore. They should also have completed cumulative installations of at least 50 KWp during the past three years. For the 11 to 100 KWp category, the minimum turnover requirement is Rs. 1 crore or a net worth of Rs. 2 crores, along with experience of 100 KWp installations. For projects above 100 KWp, companies must have a turnover of at least Rs. 2 crores or a net worth of Rs. 5 crores, and prior experience of installing 500 KWp capacity. In addition, bidders must have held a valid Andhra Pradesh GST registration for the last three years.
Applicants are required to pay a non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 29,500 through the AP e-procurement portal. An Earnest Money Deposit of Rs. 50,000 must also be submitted through a demand draft, which will be refunded after empanelment. The tender also mentions that the final 10% payment may be released after five years upon submission of a performance bank guarantee.
The timeline for submission is tight, with document download and online submission closing on April 22, 2026, while hard copies must be submitted by April 23, 2026. The EoI will be opened on the same day.
Project execution timelines vary by system size, ranging from 45 to 90 days. Selected vendors must also maintain at least two service centers within the state. The systems will come with a 25-year warranty for solar panels and a 5-year warranty for inverters and workmanship, ensuring long-term reliability. Payments will be released in stages, with 60% on installation, 30% after commissioning, and the remaining amount after the warranty period.
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