Jodhpur VVNL Invites Bids for ₹630 Crore Battery Energy Storage System Tender in Rajasthan
Jodhpur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (VVNL) has invited open bids for a ₹630 crore pilot project to set up decentralized Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across identified grid substations in Rajasthan. The project aims to enhance renewable energy integration and grid reliability.
Key Takeaways
- ✓Jodhpur VVNL is seeking bids for a ₹630 crore BESS pilot project in Rajasthan.
- ✓The project covers 150 MW/600 MWh standalone decentralized BESS at 33kV/11kV grid substations.
- ✓Procurement is through tariff-based competitive bidding on a BOO model with 15 years O&M.
- ✓Tender notice number is TN-DSM-116; apply via EPROCURE portal.
- ✓EMD required is ₹12.60 crore; tender fee is ₹11,800 (plus processing fee).
- ✓Bid submission window: 1 August to 12 August 2026.
Jodhpur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (VVNL) has announced an open tender valued at ₹630 crore for the procurement of pilot-based, small-scale, standalone decentralized Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects in Rajasthan. The initiative targets improved renewable energy integration and grid stability by deploying 150 MW/600 MWh BESS at identified 33kV and 11kV grid substations.
The tender, issued under notice number TN-DSM-116, will be processed through tariff-based competitive bidding on a Build-Own-Operate (BOO) model, including 15 years of operation and maintenance. Interested bidders can participate via the EPROCURE portal, with the bid submission deadline set for 12 August 2026.
Scope of Work
- Procurement and installation of pilot-based, small-scale, standalone decentralized BESS projects.
- Total capacity of 150 MW/600 MWh to be deployed at identified 33kV and 11kV grid substations.
- Execution under a tariff-based competitive bidding process on a BOO (Build-Own-Operate) model.
- Includes comprehensive operation and maintenance (O&M) for 15 years.
- Project is categorized under electrical works and specifically targets grid-level energy storage.
- Tender is open and follows an item rate contract structure.
Key dates, fees, and EMD requirements for the Jodhpur VVNL BESS tender are as follows:
Tender Summary
How to Apply
- 1
Access the tender documents and details on the EPROCURE portal.
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Download the NIT and related documents from 15 July 2026 (11:00 AM) to 12 August 2026 (5:00 PM).
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Attend the pre-bid meeting at Conference Hall, 1st Floor, Vidyut Bhawan, Jaipur on 22 July 2026 at 3:00 PM.
- 4
Prepare and upload proof of payment for the tender fee (₹11,800) and processing fee (₹2,950) via offline mode.
- 5
Submit the required EMD of ₹12.60 crore as per tender documents.
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Bid submission window opens on 1 August 2026 (3:00 PM) and closes on 12 August 2026 (5:00 PM).
Why It Matters
This project will help Rajasthan strengthen its grid infrastructure and support the integration of renewable energy by deploying advanced battery storage solutions at the distribution level, directly benefiting grid reliability and power quality.
Interested bidders should review the tender documents on the EPROCURE portal and prepare submissions ahead of the 12 August 2026 deadline. Participation in the pre-bid meeting on 22 July 2026 is recommended for clarifications.
