The consultancy contract, which will extend until one year after the commissioning of the projects, aims to facilitate the smooth execution and operation of these renewable energy ventures.
Interested bidders are required to submit their proposals by April 24, 2024, with bid opening scheduled for April 26. As part of the bidding process, applicants must provide an earnest money deposit (EMD) of INR 50,000 along with a tender document fee of INR 5,000. Additionally, the selected bidder will be obligated to furnish a performance bank guarantee equivalent to 10 percent of the contract value.
The responsibilities of the chosen consultancy encompass a wide range of tasks, including regulatory support, project assessments, and project execution assistance for both solar and wind initiatives. This involves navigating regulatory processes, securing approvals, and facilitating the establishment of generating companies under group captive regulations.
Moreover, the consultant will play a crucial role in guiding project planning, conducting land assessments for solar projects, optimizing project commissioning, and ensuring efficient power evacuation strategies. In terms of project execution and bid management, the consultancy will handle requests for proposals, manage bidder queries, oversee contract documentation, and supervise project execution. Furthermore, the consultant will provide digital energy monitoring and scheduling solutions to enhance operational efficiency and ensure successful project commissioning and operation.
Bidders vying for the consultancy contract must demonstrate prior experience in at least one consultancy assignment with any government entity, involving the setup and substantial completion of a minimum 20 MW solar or 15 MW wind project under the open access mechanism.
Additionally, bidders must showcase an average annual turnover of no less than INR 5 crore over the previous three financial years, along with a positive net worth in the financial year. These requirements are aimed at ensuring that the selected consultancy possesses the requisite experience and financial stability to effectively support the development of the solar and wind projects as per MPJN’s objectives.
Mahatma Phule Renewable Energy and Infrastructure Technology (MAHAPREIT) has invited bids for the selection of a project management consultant for 3.31 MW grid-connected distributed solar power projects with a net metering system for 20 rural, regional water supply programs of Zilla Parishad Chandrapur.
The last date for submitting bids is February 20, 2024. Bids will be opened on the same day.
The work has to be completed within six months.
Bidders must submit ₹10,000 (~$120.39) + ₹1,800 (~$21.67) as the cost of the document and furnish an earnest money deposit of ₹10,000 (~$120.39).
Additionally, bidders are liable to pay ₹50,000 (~$601.98) as a retention security deposit.
The chosen bidder is prohibited from utilizing individuals who were previously under contract and had worked for MAHAPREIT.
Additionally, the chosen bidder is not allowed to subcontract or outsource any aspect of the specified work to an agency designated by MAHAPREIT, nor can it sublet the assigned tasks. Failure to disclose such affiliations may result in the termination of the agency.
Bidders must have experience in implementing solar projects or providing project monitoring consultancy for solar projects with a cumulative capacity of at least 1,500 kW. This should include a single project with a minimum capacity of 600 kW.
They should have a track record in executing solar projects or offering project management consultancy for solar projects related to water supply schemes in rural areas of Maharashtra.
Bidders must demonstrate experience in collaborating with government departments for distributed solar projects in the context of rural water supply.
They should have an average annual turnover of at least ₹20 million (~$240,791) in any three years from financial year (FY)18-19 to FY22-23 and a positive net worth. They must submit a turnover and net worth certificate signed by a statutory or certified chartered accountant.
The bidders’ technical team must include at least one member with a professional degree (BE/BTECH) in fields such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, energy systems, and solar engineering.
Earlier, MAHAPREIT had invited bids to empanel consultants to develop 10 MW of distributed solar power projects under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana.
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