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.
The Madhya Pradesh Jal Nigam (MPJN) has issued a request for bids for Consultancy services for 100 MW solar and 60 MW wind generating projects using the group captive approach.
The consultancy contract will extend until one year after the commissioning of the solar and wind power projects.
The deadline for bid submissions is April 24, 2024, with bid opening scheduled for April 26.
It is required of bidders to make an earnest money deposit of ₹50,000 together with a tender document fee of ₹5,000.
The chosen bidder will be required to furnish a performance bank guarantee equivalent to 10% of the contract value.
Responsibilities of the consultant encompass supporting regulatory affairs, conducting project assessments, and aiding in project execution for both solar and wind ventures. This includes navigating regulatory processes, obtaining approvals, and facilitating the establishment of generating companies under group captive regulations.
Additionally, the consultant is tasked with guiding project planning, including land assessment for solar projects, optimizing project commissioning, and ensuring suitability for power evacuation.
In terms of project execution and bid management, the consultancy will assist MPJN by handling requests for proposals, managing bidder queries, overseeing contract documentation, and supervising project execution. Furthermore, the consultant’s role extends to providing digital energy monitoring and scheduling solutions to enhance efficiency and ensure successful project commissioning and operation.
Bidders are required to demonstrate 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. “Substantial completion” denotes reaching at least 50% financial completion of the power project.
Furthermore, bidders must exhibit an average annual turnover of no less than ₹5 crore over the previous three financial years, along with a positive net worth in the financial year.