New Delhi: SJVN Green Energy Limited (SGEL), a wholly owned subsidiary of SJVN Limited, has invited bids for the development of grid-connected solar photovoltaic (PV) projects with an aggregate capacity of up to 1,000 MW in Punjab and Rajasthan.
The projects will be developed on an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) basis along with land, with the selected contractor also responsible for comprehensive operation and maintenance (O&M) for five years.
1,000 MW Solar Projects Planned in Punjab and Rajasthan
Under the tender, SGEL is looking to develop large-scale solar PV projects across Punjab and Rajasthan.
The selected contractor will be responsible for the complete development of the projects on a turnkey basis, covering activities from land arrangement and surveys to construction, commissioning and grid integration.
Bidders can submit proposals for:
- 250 MW
- 500 MW
- 750 MW
- 1,000 MW
Each individual project will have a capacity of 250 MW or an integral multiple of 250 MW.
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Land Arrangement and EPC Work Included
The scope of work extends beyond conventional EPC execution. The successful bidder will be responsible for arranging suitable land for the projects through a long-term lease of at least 28 years.
The contractor’s responsibilities will include:
- Land identification and arrangement
- Surveys and studies
- Detailed design and engineering
- Construction and installation
- Testing and commissioning
- Grid integration
- Associated land development works
- Other required project services
The projects will be developed on a turnkey basis, with the contractor responsible for ensuring the complete project is ready for operation.
SGEL to Provide Solar PV Modules
According to the tender requirements, SGEL will provide the solar PV modules at designated locations.
The selected contractor will be responsible for the subsequent handling of the modules, including:
- Transportation
- Handling and storage
- Installation
- Integration into the solar projects
- Other associated works and services
This arrangement forms part of the overall EPC package for the proposed solar developments.
Five-Year Comprehensive O&M
The tender also includes a five-year comprehensive operation and maintenance (O&M) period after commissioning of the projects.
The successful contractor will be responsible for maintaining the commissioned solar assets and supporting their reliable operation during the O&M period.
The inclusion of long-term O&M is intended to ensure sustained performance and operational efficiency of the solar projects.
Bid Submission Deadline Set for September 16
Interested bidders have been invited to participate in the tender by submitting their proposals by September 16, 2026.
The tender also requires bidders to submit an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of Rs 1,000,000 per MW.
With the option to bid for capacities ranging from 250 MW to 1,000 MW, the tender provides an opportunity for eligible contractors to participate in a major renewable energy development programme.
Solar Projects to Support Renewable Energy Expansion
The proposed projects are expected to contribute to the expansion of renewable power generation capacity in Punjab and Rajasthan, both of which offer significant potential for large-scale solar development.
The tender comes amid the growing participation of public-sector power companies in utility-scale renewable energy projects as India continues to expand its clean energy capacity.
The development is also expected to support broader efforts towards energy security and the country’s long-term clean energy transition.
SJVN Expands Focus Beyond Hydropower
SJVN has been expanding its renewable energy portfolio beyond its traditional hydropower business, with increasing focus on solar, wind and other renewable energy projects.
The latest 1,000 MW solar tender by SGEL further highlights the company’s strategy to build a diversified renewable energy portfolio and contribute to India’s growing clean energy generation capacity.
About SJVN
SJVN Limited is a government-owned power generation company with a portfolio spanning hydropower, solar, wind and other renewable energy projects. Its wholly owned subsidiary, SJVN Green Energy Limited (SGEL), focuses on developing renewable energy projects and supports the company’s strategy of expanding its presence in India’s clean energy sector.
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