NTPC Invites Bids For Solar Service Work At Ramagundam

02 Feb 2026 CW Team

The tender follows a single-stage, single-envelope bidding process, under which bidders are required to submit their techno-commercial and price bids together. The project has been categorised as a contract service and classified as a non-overhauling contract. As per the tender conditions, the full scope of work must be completed within two months from the commencement date of the contract. The tender document also specifies that there is no defect liability period or warranty requirement for this service.

Financial criteria form a key component of the bidding process. Interested bidders are required to submit an earnest money deposit of Rs 100,000, which must be paid online through the GePNIC portal, as offline modes such as demand drafts or bank guarantees will not be accepted. Successful bidders will also need to provide a security deposit or performance bank guarantee equivalent to 5 per cent of the contract value. To promote inclusive participation, NTPC has offered a reduced security deposit of 2.5 per cent for micro and small enterprises owned by women entrepreneurs or individuals belonging to scheduled caste or scheduled tribe categories.

Eligibility conditions have been aligned with government procurement policies, with participation restricted to Class-I local suppliers having 100 per cent local content. This requirement supports the government’s focus on encouraging domestic manufacturing and strengthening local supply chains. Bidders seeking benefits under the Public Procurement Policy for micro and small enterprises must upload a valid Udyam Registration Certificate along with their bid documents.

The detailed timeline for bid submission and opening is available on the NTPC eProcurement portal. The tender document was formally signed on January 27, 2026, and bidders have been advised to raise their queries within the clarification window specified on the portal.

NTPC Limited, a leading Government of India enterprise, has invited bids for a solar-related service project at its Ramagundam Super Thermal Power Station in Telangana. The tender relates to services for the installation of solar PV modules at the existing 10 MW solar PV plant at the site, forming part of the company’s ongoing efforts to strengthen and maintain its renewable energy assets in line with India’s clean energy objectives. The tender follows a single-stage, single-envelope bidding process, under which bidders are required to submit their techno-commercial and price bids together. The project has been categorised as a contract service and classified as a non-overhauling contract. As per the tender conditions, the full scope of work must be completed within two months from the commencement date of the contract. The tender document also specifies that there is no defect liability period or warranty requirement for this service. Financial criteria form a key component of the bidding process. Interested bidders are required to submit an earnest money deposit of Rs 100,000, which must be paid online through the GePNIC portal, as offline modes such as demand drafts or bank guarantees will not be accepted. Successful bidders will also need to provide a security deposit or performance bank guarantee equivalent to 5 per cent of the contract value. To promote inclusive participation, NTPC has offered a reduced security deposit of 2.5 per cent for micro and small enterprises owned by women entrepreneurs or individuals belonging to scheduled caste or scheduled tribe categories. Eligibility conditions have been aligned with government procurement policies, with participation restricted to Class-I local suppliers having 100 per cent local content. This requirement supports the government’s focus on encouraging domestic manufacturing and strengthening local supply chains. Bidders seeking benefits under the Public Procurement Policy for micro and small enterprises must upload a valid Udyam Registration Certificate along with their bid documents. The detailed timeline for bid submission and opening is available on the NTPC eProcurement portal. The tender document was formally signed on January 27, 2026, and bidders have been advised to raise their queries within the clarification window specified on the portal.

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