Invitation to Bid - Off - Grid Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Power Plant (V2) in CUTTACK, ODISHA

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with a minimum of one year of relevant past experience in solar PV projects. Bidders must meet the OEM Annual Turnover requirement of 14 lakhs to qualify. Additionally, those requesting exemption from experience must submit supporting documentation for evaluation.

Required certificates include evidence of past performance, experience criteria, and an OEM Authorization Certificate. Bidders must also provide the OEM's annual turnover and any additional documents requested in the tender's terms and conditions to fulfill the technical specifications adequately.

Bidders can register through the official online tender portal. They will need to complete their profile and ensure all relevant supporting documents are uploaded in the required formats, including compliance with local content rules and quality standards as mandated.

Payment terms will be detailed in the contractual agreement post-award of the tender. Typically, bidders are expected to provide a performance security as per the norms outlined in the document. The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is set at ₹20,000, which demonstrates the bidder's commitment to the project.

The evaluation process consists of assessing technical proposals against laid out criteria, followed by a combined scrutiny of financial bids. Proposals will be prioritized based on total value-wise evaluation, and notifications will be issued to bidders as part of the result communication. Compliance with necessary standards, including testing criteria, will further guide the selection.

This comprehensive approach ensures transparency and fairness in selecting the most suitable contractors for the Off - Grid Solar Photovoltaic initiative.