Kerala State Electronics Development Corporation Limited (KELTRON) has invited e-tenders for the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a ground-mounted 100 kWp solar power plant. The project will include site clearance and leveling. The plant is set to be installed near the canal banks at Moongilmada, Eruthenpathy Panchayath in Palakkad District.
The tender process begins with the publication of bid documents on February 5, 2025. Bidders are required to submit their documents online by February 13, 2025, and the technical bids will be opened on February 15, 2025. The financial bid opening will take place after technical evaluation. The tender document fee is ₹8,500, and an earnest money deposit (EMD) of ₹47,000 is required, with exemptions available for bidders possessing a UAN. The selected contractor must complete the project within 30 days from the issuance of the purchase order.
Only online submissions will be accepted, and bidders must have a valid digital signature certificate. They are also responsible for checking the e-tender portal for any addendums or corrigenda before submitting their final bids. The authority reserves the right to cancel or modify any bids without explanation.
Eligible bidders must be registered in Kerala and have prior experience in executing similar solar projects. Specifically, they should have installed at least one ground-mounted solar plant of at least 40 kWp and a total capacity of 200 kWp within the state. The company should have been operational for at least three years, with a service center in Kerala.
Technical requirements include compliance with relevant Indian standards, and solar PV modules must be DCR and ALMM listed. The contractor must ensure proper safety measures during installation and adhere to government labor laws. Once installed, the plant will undergo a defect liability period, during which the contractor must address any issues at their own cost. An annual maintenance contract (AMC) may be required as per the agreement.
The selection process involves a two-part evaluation: technical bids will be assessed first, followed by financial bids of qualified applicants. The lowest bidder (L1) will be awarded the contract, provided they meet all criteria. KELTRON reserves the right to negotiate pricing and scope of work. The winning bidder must submit a 5% performance bank guarantee (PBG) and sign an agreement within seven days of receiving the work order.
KELTRON aims to ensure the timely execution of the project and reserves the right to penalize delays. If the work is not completed within the stipulated timeframe, penalties may be imposed, or the contract may be awarded to another party at the defaulting contractor’s cost. The project will be executed under stringent quality control and monitoring to ensure adherence to specifications.
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