NTPC REL Issues Tender For 900 MW Solar ICT Package In Madhya Pradesh

NTPC Renewable Energy Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of NTPC Limited, has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for an ICT Package linked to 900 MW solar power projects in Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh. The tender is being carried out through a domestic competitive bidding process on a single-stage, two-envelope system. The announcement marks another step in strengthening large-scale renewable energy infrastructure under India’s ongoing solar expansion program.

The scope of work under this package includes complete design, engineering, manufacturing, supply, testing, and commissioning of two 500 MVA, 400/220/33 kV three-phase ICT auto transformers. The contractor will also be responsible for supplying fire protection systems, advanced monitoring equipment such as online Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) analyzers, and maintenance tools, including insulation testers and oil purification systems. In addition, the scope requires full routine and type testing of the equipment. A key requirement is the execution of a short-circuit test on one of the transformer units, ensuring high reliability and operational safety under grid conditions.

To qualify for participation, bidders must meet strict technical and financial requirements. Technically, bidders must have previously supplied at least one 400 kV or higher voltage class transformer with a minimum capacity of 500 MVA. Alternatively, they must demonstrate fully established in-house design and manufacturing facilities for such high-voltage equipment. Financially, bidders must show an average annual turnover of at least INR 44 crores over the last three financial years. Their net worth must also be equal to or higher than 100% of their paid-up share capital. Additionally, only Class-I local suppliers are eligible, in line with the Government of India’s Make in India initiative.

For bid security, all participants are required to submit an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of INR 1 crore. Any bid without this deposit will be considered non-responsive and will be rejected. The Performance Bank Guarantee will be finalized based on the contract value. However, the tender also specifies a separate short-circuit test bank guarantee equivalent to 10% of the contract value, applicable if the bidder has not previously conducted a similar dynamic short-circuit test.

Interested bidders must register on the ISN Electronic Tender Services (ETS) portal and submit a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement to access and download the full bidding documents. The IFB was issued on 29 April 2026, and the document download period is open from 29 April 2026 to 12 May 2026 until 17:00 IST. The pre-bid conference is scheduled for 13 May 2026 at 11:30 IST, and bidder queries will be accepted until 18:00 IST on the same day. The deadline for bid submission is 27 May 2026 at 14:00 IST, followed by the techno-commercial bid opening at 15:00 IST on 27 May 2026.