Bridge And Roof Invites Bids For 26 MW Floating Solar Enabling Works At NTPC Sipat

Bridge and Roof Co. (India) Limited has invited online bids for selecting an agency to carry out enabling works for a 26 MW floating solar PV project at Reservoir 1B of NTPC Sipat in Chhattisgarh. The tender covers a wide range of activities required to support the execution of the project and has an estimated value of around ₹59.36 lakhs. The selected contractor will be responsible for completing the work within six months from the date of issuance of the Letter of Intent.

The scope of work includes both technical and logistical tasks. These involve loading, unloading, and shifting of solar PV modules and other equipment, along with civil and electrical enabling works at the project site. Contractors will also need to handle area grading for module storage and manage the safe unloading and positioning of heavy equipment, such as inverter duty transformers and power transformers. In addition, the work includes handling transformer oil, radiator palettes, and cable drums, which require careful coordination and proper safety practices.

The agency selected for the project must deploy skilled manpower and necessary machinery to ensure smooth execution. Key personnel requirements include a Project Coordination Manager with at least 10 years of experience and a Project Site Engineer with a minimum of 6 years of experience in solar or industrial projects. This highlights the need for experienced professionals to manage the complexities of a floating solar project.

Bidders are required to meet specific eligibility criteria, including prior experience in executing similar works over the last seven years. The bidding process follows a two-part system, which includes a techno-commercial bid and a financial bid. All submissions must be made online through the Central Public Procurement Portal, while hard copies need to be submitted to the designated office at the NTPC Sipat site.

The tender was published on May 1, 2026, and the last date for bid submission is May 7, 2026, by 4:30 PM. The technical bids will be opened on May 8, 2026. Interested bidders need to pay a non-refundable tender fee of ₹1,180, including GST, and submit an Earnest Money Deposit of ₹32,500 through accepted financial instruments.

The contract also includes a performance requirement, where the selected agency must provide a Performance Bank Guarantee equivalent to 10% of the contract value within 30 days of receiving the Letter of Intent. Additionally, the contractor will be responsible for addressing any defects or damages for a period of five years after project completion, ensuring long-term reliability and quality of work.