NVVN issue Tender for Development of 2.1 MW Grid Connected Roof Top Solar Power Project at Aiims Deoghar, Gorakhpur and Patna – EQ

Summary:

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#### 1. Project Overview and Opportunity
– **Bidding Document No.:** NVVN/C&M/2025-26/RE-497
– **Project:** Development of 2115 kW Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar Power Project.
– **Locations:** AIIMS Deoghar, AIIMS Gorakhpur, and AIIMS Patna.
– **Scope of Work (EPC + O&M):**
– **Design, Engineering, Supply, Installation, Testing, and Commissioning** of the solar project.
– **Comprehensive Operations & Maintenance (O&M) for 10 years**.
– Responsibility for obtaining all permits, approvals, and licenses, including **net metering**.
– **Business Implication:** This is a large, high-value EPC contract with a long-term O&M component, ensuring a recurring revenue stream for the winning bidder. It is ideal for established solar EPC companies with experience in large-scale rooftop installations.

#### 2. Bidding Process and Timeline
– **Bidding Platform:** GePNIC portal (`https://eprocurentpc.nic.in/`).
– **Bidding Type:** Single Stage – Two Envelope Basis.
– **Envelope I:** Techno-Commercial Bid.
– **Envelope II:** Price Bid.
– **Schedule:** The specific dates (bid start, end, opening) are mentioned as **”As per NIT in GEPNIC portal”** , meaning bidders must check the online portal for the exact, updated schedule.
– **Pre-Bid Conference:** Not applicable.
– **Bid Validity:** Not specified in this section, but typically 120-180 days for such tenders.
– **Business Implication:** The dynamic schedule means bidders must monitor the portal actively. The “No Pre-Bid Conference” clause means all clarifications must be sought in writing by the query deadline.

#### 3. Mandatory Site Visit (Critical Requirement)
– **Requirement:** A **mandatory site survey** must be conducted by all bidders.
– **Proof of Visit:** Bidders must submit an **undertaking** (as per Attachment-3N in Section VII) on their letterhead, confirming the site visit.
– **Consequence:** Bids without this undertaking will be **outright rejected**.
– **Business Implication:** This is a non-negotiable compliance step. Companies must plan and execute site visits to all three locations (Deoghar, Gorakhpur, Patna) well before the bid deadline. Last-minute requests will not be entertained. The contact details for site visit coordination are provided (Email and Mobile numbers).

#### 4. Bid Security (EMD)
– **Amount:** **₹10,00,000/- (Ten Lakh Indian Rupees)** .
– **Form:** As stipulated in the bidding documents. Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) is an option.
– **Bank Details for EFT:**
– **Bank:** ICICI Bank Ltd.
– **Branch:** Connaught Place, New Delhi.
– **Account No.:** 000705008910
– **IFSC Code:** ICIC0000007
– **Consequence:** Bids without an acceptable Bid Security will be rejected as **non-responsive** and will not be opened.
– **Business Implication:** This is a significant financial commitment (₹10 Lakhs) that must be arranged at the time of bidding. The strict enforcement of this rule means bidders must ensure the proof of payment is correctly uploaded or submitted.

#### 5. Eligibility and Participation Criteria
– **Enlisted Bidders Only:** The tender is **only open to bidders who are already enlisted with NVVN**. (Clause 7.0)
– **Qualifying Requirements (QR):** Explicitly stated as **”Not Applicable”** . (Clause 6.0)
– **Business Implication:** This is the most restrictive clause. **New companies or those not already on NVVN’s empaneled list are automatically disqualified** from participating. The absence of a QR section confirms that NVVN will rely on its pre-existing empanelment process to determine eligibility.

#### 6. Make in India and Geopolitical Restrictions
– **Local Supplier Preference:** Only **”Class-I local suppliers”** and **”Class-II local suppliers”** , as defined by the Public Procurement (Preference to Make in India) Order, 2017, are eligible to participate. (Clause 9.0)
– **Land Border Restrictions:** Bidders from countries sharing a land border with India are eligible **only if registered** with the Competent Authority. This also applies to Indian bidders with Transfer of Technology (ToT) arrangements from such countries. (Clause 10.0)
– **Business Implication:** This enforces the government’s policy on prioritizing local manufacturing and ensuring national security. Bidders must be prepared to provide proof of their “Class” status.

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