Directorate Of Rural Development Jammu & Kashmir Solar Street Lighting Tender 12W LED MNRE 2026
Bid Publish Date
06-Oct-2026, 10:52 pm
Bid End Date
17-Oct-2026, 9:00 am
EMD
₹8,60,500
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • MNRE specification compliance required for 12W LED solar street lighting
- • EMD amount of ₹860,500; payable via CD/RD or Demand Draft
- • Mandatory pre-bid demonstration on 10-10-2026 at 11:00 AM
- • Sample to be tested for illumination, panel, battery, controller, LED module, protection rating
- • Option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation during contract
- • Delivery period adjustments calculated from original delivery period with minimum 30 days
Tender Overview
The Directorate Of Rural Development, Rural Development And Panchayats Department Jammu & Kashmir invites bids for a 12 Watt White-LED Based Solar Street Lighting System conforming to MNRE specification. Target location is Budgam, Jammu & Kashmir (190007) with an estimated procurement scope requiring a mandatory performance sample and an EMD of ₹860,500. A pre-bid meeting and sample demonstration are scheduled for 10-10-2026, 11:00 AM. Bidders must present a complete working solar light including all major components for TECHNICAL evaluation; approved samples will anchor the reference for supply inspection. An option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation at contracted rates, impacting delivery timelines. This tender emphasizes evaluation of illumination performance, solar panel, battery, controller, LED module, and overall build quality. Unique constraints include on-site demonstration and retention of the successful bidder’s sample as a reference. The procurement, governed by a single agency process, seeks compliant, MNRE-aligned solar street lighting solutions with clear risk controls and post-approval traceability.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
Although explicit technical specs are not published, the tender requires a 12W LED-based solar street light meeting MNRE specifications with evaluation of:
- Sample demonstration covering illumination performance and mechanical construction
- Major components: solar panel, battery, controller, LED module, protection rating, and workmanship
- Mandatory onsite inspection against the reference sample retained by the buyer
- EMD amount of ₹860,500 payable via CDR/TDR or Demand Draft and submitted physically to the office of the Assistant Commissioner Panchayat, Budgam; scanned copy uploaded with online bid
- Pre-bid attendance by all intending bidders/OEMs with working sample
- Compliance with delivery timelines computed from the original delivery period with a minimum 30-day extension rule
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
Key conditions include:
- EMD ₹860,500 (CDR/TDR or Demand Draft); original document due in Budgam before bid end date; scanned copy upload is mandatory
- Mandatory sample demonstration on 10-10-2026; only TECHNICALLY compliant samples proceed to technical evaluation
- Option clause permits ±25% quantity change during contract and extended periods with proportional delivery time
- Pre-bid meeting and sample evaluation criteria to establish eligibility; final reference sample retained for inspection during supply
- Delivery terms begin from the last date of original delivery order; additional time governed by the option clause with minimum 30 days
- No BOQ items are listed; bidders must align with MNRE-based performance standards and procurement rules
Key Specifications
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12W White-LED based Solar Street Lighting System
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MNRE specification compliant
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EMD ₹860,500
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Pre-bid sample demonstration required
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Delivery terms governed by option clause (±25%)
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Reference sample retained for inspection
Terms & Conditions
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EMD of ₹860,500; submission and validity per tender rules
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Mandatory pre-bid demonstration and sample testing
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25% quantity variation right with corresponding delivery adjustments
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
EMD to be paid via CD/RD or Demand Draft; original instrument to Budgam; scanned copy uploaded with bid
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period begins after last date of original delivery order; option clause allows extended time based on increased quantity
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in provided terms; contract will follow standard procurement rules for penalties
Bidder Eligibility
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Experience in supplying solar street lighting systems
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Financial stability evidenced by annual turnover
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Ability to demonstrate MNRE-compliant components and performance
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1033
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
175 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
No
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
75
OEM Avg. Turnover
200
Past Performance
80 %
Experience Required
2 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
12 Watt White-LED Based Solar Street Lighting System As Per MNRE Specification (Q3)
Advisory Bank
HDFC Bank
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 45 days of issue of consignee receipt-cum-acceptance certificate (CRAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Delivery Details
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Budgam
Delivery Pincodes
191111
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Meraj Ud Din Mir | 191111,RDD Complex Budgam | Budgam | Jammu And Kashmir | 191111 | 1033 | - | - |
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-9994429.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
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Required Documents
GST certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates (relevant solar street lighting projects)
Financial statements (annual turnover evidence)
EMD documentation (original instrument + scanned copy)
Technical bid documents and OEM authorization (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about JAMMU AND KASHMIR tender market
How to bid for the solar street light tender in Budgam?
Bidders must submit GST and PAN, provide experience certificates for similar projects, furnish EMD ₹860,500 via CD/RD or Demand Draft to Budgam, upload scanned EMD, and attend the mandatory pre-bid demonstration on 10-10-2026 at 11:00 AM to qualify for technical evaluation.
What documents are required for the solar light procurement in JK?
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN card, financial statements, experience certificates for solar lighting projects, EMD instrument, technical bid documents, and OEM authorizations if applicable; ensure originals are delivered to Budgam before bid close.
What is the EMD amount and payment method for this tender?
The Earnest Money Deposit is ₹860,500; it must be paid via a refundable instrument such as CDR, TDR, or Demand Draft, with the original instrument submitted physically to the Assistant Commissioner Panchayat, Budgam, and a scanned copy uploaded online.
What are the MNRE standards referenced for the 12W LED light?
Tender requires MNRE specification compliance for the 12W White-LED solar street lighting system; bidders must demonstrate a sample meeting illumination, battery, controller, and LED module performance as per MNRE guidelines during the pre-bid demonstration.
When is the mandatory pre-bid meeting for this procurement?
A mandatory pre-bid meeting and sample demonstration is scheduled for 10-10-2026 at 11:00 AM; all intending bidders or OEMs must attend, bring a complete working sample, and undergo technical evaluation by the committee.
How does the 25% quantity option affect delivery timelines?
The purchaser can increase or decrease quantity by up to 25% at contract award and during the currency, with delivery time adjustments calculated as (Additional quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days, extending only within the original delivery window.