The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has issued a tender to procure 260 MW of domestically manufactured solar modules for a project located in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. The solar modules must have a minimum rated capacity of 234 MWp and a maximum of 286 MWp. Additionally, the solar modules must be either monocrystalline (monofacial or bifacial) or thin-film cadmium telluride models.
According to the tender guidelines, the scope of work includes manufacturing, testing, packing, forwarding, supplying, and transporting the modules to the project site. The bidders are required to submit a deposit of Rs 56 million. They are further required to provide a 25-year performance warranty, alongside a 10-year product warranty covering defects and workmanship. Spare parts equivalent to 0.5 per cent of the awarded capacity must also be supplied. Additionally, successful bidders are required to provide a 25-year insurance policy covering at least 6 per cent of total costs, and must depute as an authorised representative at the site for all supplies. The modules must be delivered within 12 months, and the contract includes a 12-month defect liability period from the material delivery date. The deadline for bid submission is May 20, 2025.
Only modules listed in the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) are permitted, and bidders must be ALMM-listed Class I local suppliers with a minimum manufacturing capacity of 390 MW per annum. According to the eligibility criteria, the bidders must also demonstrate a minimum financial turnover of Rs 2.24 billion over the last three financial years. Additionally, they must also have a positive net worth in the previous financial year.
