SECI rolls out tender for 2,000 MW wind power capacity under Tranche V

SECI has invited bids for the development of 2,000 MW of interstate-state transmission system (ISTS)-connected wind power projects (Tranche V) to be developed across the country on a BOO basis. The last date for bid submission is July 10, 2018. The successful bidders will enter into PPAs with SECI for 25 years. A single bidder can bid for a minimum of 50 MW and a maximum of 300 MW. The scope of work involves setting up wind power projects as well as the transmission network up to the delivery point. The projects are expected to be commissioned within 18 months from the effective date of the PPA.