CIL issue Tender for EOI for DESPCETC, O&M of Solar PV Grid-Connected Power Plants of 3000 MW capacities Anywhere in India – EQ
Summary:
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## đź“Ś Background
* **Issuer:** Coal India Limited (CIL), a ‘Maharatna’ PSU under the Ministry of Coal.
* **EOI Reference:** EOI/Solar/3000 MW dated 01.09.2025
* **Purpose:** **Expression of Interest** for empanelment of **EPC contractors** for a **complete turnkey package** (incl. land, connectivity, construction, O&M) for **3000 MW of ISTS-connected solar plants** anywhere in India.
* **Goal:** Part of CIL’s strategy to develop **9.5 GW of renewable power by 2029-30**.
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## ⚡ Project Scope (Turnkey EPC)
* **Land:** Identification, procurement, and development.
* **Connectivity:** Securing grid interconnection to the ISTS network.
* **Supply:** PV modules (must be ALMM-listed) and all Balance of System (BOS) equipment.
* **Construction:** Full design, engineering, erection, testing, and commissioning.
* **O&M:** Long-term operation and maintenance post-commissioning.
* **Location:** Anywhere in India (e.g., Rajasthan, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, MP, AP).
* **Minimum Capacity:** Bidders can quote for **200 MW to 3000 MW**.
* **Minimum Performance:** Plant must guarantee a **25% Capacity Utilization Factor (CUF)**.
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## 🏢 Eligibility Criteria
* **Entity Type:** Body corporate incorporated in India (e.g., Pvt./Public Ltd. Co.).
* **Integrity:** Must **not** be debarred/blacklisted by any Govt./PSU. Directors must have no convictions for corrupt or fraudulent practices in the last 5 years.
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## đź“ť Submission Requirements
* **Platform:** Online via **CIL e-Tender Portal** (`https://coalindiatenders.nic.in`) only.
* **Key Documents:**
* Annexure-1: General Company Info
* Annexure-2: Undertaking
* Annexure-3: **Detailed Project Experience** (with work orders)
* Annexure-4: **Financials** (Turnover & Net Worth for last 3 yrs)
* Annexure-5: **Detailed Cost Estimate**
* Annexure-6: Suggestions on Draft Tender
* **Process:** Requires valid **Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)** for submission.
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## ⏳ Key Notes
* **This is an EOI,** not the final tender. It is for pre-qualification and market sounding.
* CIL reserves the right to accept/reject any or all applications.
* **Jurisdiction:** Courts at Kolkata.
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## âś… Key Outcome
CIL aims to create a pool of pre-qualified, experienced EPC contractors to bid on its upcoming massive 3000 MW solar tender, ensuring timely execution of its renewable energy expansion plans.
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