HESCOM Invites Bids for ₹6,771.52 Crore Solar Feeder Project in Karnataka under CM-SKY Scheme
HESCOM has floated a ₹6,771.52 crore open tender for the solarisation of agriculture feeders under the CM-SKY Scheme in Karnataka. Bidders are invited to participate in this large-scale renewable energy initiative.
Key Takeaways
- ✓HESCOM has issued a ₹6,771.52 crore tender for solarising agriculture feeders in Karnataka.
- ✓The project is part of the CM-SKY Scheme, aiming to boost renewable energy in the agriculture sector.
- ✓Scope includes design, installation, commissioning, and 25 years of O&M for distributed solar power plants.
- ✓Bids must be submitted via EPROCURE-KARNATAKA by 10 August 2026.
- ✓EMD is set at ₹17,000 and the tender fee at ₹7,500.
- ✓A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 16 July 2026.
Hubli Electricity Supply Company Limited (HESCOM) has announced a major tender valued at ₹6,771.52 crore for the solarisation of agriculture feeders across Karnataka under the Chief Minister’s Solar Krishi Yojane (CM-SKY) Scheme. This initiative seeks to enhance renewable energy adoption in the agricultural sector by deploying grid-connected distributed solar power plants at sub-station level.
The tender invites qualified Solar Power Generators (SPGs) to participate on a Build Own & Operate (BOO) basis, covering the design, supply, installation, commissioning, and long-term operation and maintenance of the solar plants. The project will be executed through the RESCO model for a period of 25 years, supporting sustainable energy access for Karnataka’s farming community.
Scope of Work
- Solarisation of selected agriculture (EIP) feeders at sub-station level under the CM-SKY Scheme.
- Design, survey, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of grid-connected distributed solar power plants.
- Operation and maintenance of solar power plants for 25 years on a Build Own & Operate (BOO) basis.
- Installation of associated 11kV line to connect each plant with the concerned sub-station.
- Deployment of Remote Monitoring System (RMS) for all solar power plants.
- Project to be implemented within HESCOM jurisdiction in Karnataka.
- Execution under RESCO mode as specified in the tender.
Key dates, fees, and EMD requirements for the HESCOM CM-SKY Scheme solar feeder tender are as follows:
Tender Summary
How to Apply
- 1
Download the tender documents from the EPROCURE-KARNATAKA portal.
- 2
Pay the tender fee of ₹7,500 as specified in the tender notice.
- 3
Submit the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹17,000.
- 4
Attend the pre-bid meeting scheduled for 16 July 2026 at 11:00 AM, if required.
- 5
Complete and submit bids online via EPROCURE-KARNATAKA before the deadline of 10 August 2026.
Why It Matters
This large-scale solarisation project will help Karnataka’s agricultural sector transition to cleaner energy, reduce dependence on conventional power, and improve energy reliability for farmers by leveraging distributed solar generation at the feeder level.
Interested bidders should review the tender documents and ensure timely submission of their proposals via EPROCURE-KARNATAKA before 10 August 2026. Participation in the pre-bid meeting on 16 July 2026 is recommended for clarifications.
