India solar agencies issue new tenders for Delhi and Punjab projects

The Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) has issued a tender for 3,680 kW of grid-connected rooftop and ground-mounted solar photovoltaic power projects in New Delhi. These projects will be installed on New Delhi Municipal Council buildings using a renewable energy service company (RESCO) mode through tariff-based competitive bidding. Selected developers will be responsible for the full scope of work on a build-own-operate basis, including design, engineering, supply, and maintenance for a 25-year period.

In Punjab, the Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) has announced a tender for 50 MWp of grid-connected rooftop and ground-mounted solar PV systems. These projects will be implemented at various government buildings across the state under the RESCO model. Bidders must apply for a minimum aggregate capacity of 1,000 kWp and a maximum of 50 MWp. The bidding process utilizes a single tariff price for all bidders, expressed in Rs./kWh.