Project Overview
NBCC (India) Limited has invited percentage fees open e-tenders for architectural and engineering consultancy services for Phase I of a rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) project. The project involves a capacity of approximately 15 MW (15,000 KW) to be installed at multiple locations within the Bokaro Steel Plant in Jharkhand. NBCC is executing this project on behalf of the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL).
Financial Specifications and Consultancy Fees
The estimated cost for the execution of the solar project is ₹59 Crore. According to the terms of the percentage fees open e-tender, the consultancy fee is capped at 0.50% of the total project cost. The calculated consultancy fee amount is approximately ₹29.5 Lakh, which is inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST). The contract includes a 12-month execution period and a subsequent 12-month defect liability period.
Bidding Timelines and Submission Requirements
Prospective bidders must adhere to the following schedule and documentation requirements:
- Submission Deadline: Online bids and physical documents must be submitted by 11:00 AM on June 3, 2026.
- Technical Bid Opening: Technical bids are scheduled to be opened on the same day at 11:30 AM.
- Physical Submission Location: Hard copies must be delivered to the Office of the CGM (Engineering), NBCC (India) Limited, Ranchi, Jharkhand.
- Mandatory Physical Documents: Bidders are required to submit an unconditional letter of acceptance and a notarized affidavit confirming the correctness of all submitted information.
- Bid Validity: Financial offers must remain valid for a period of 150 days from the final date of tender submission.
Technical Data Summary
| Category | Details |
| Tendering Authority | NBCC (India) Limited |
| Client / End User Location | SAIL, Bokaro Steel Plant, Jharkhand |
| Project Scope & Capacity | Phase I Architectural and Engineering Consultancy for ~15,000 KW Rooftop Solar PV |
| Estimated Overall Project Value | ₹59 Crore |
| Maximum Consultancy Fee | 0.50% (Approx. ₹29.5 Lakh inclusive of GST) |
| Bidding Deadline (Online & Physical) | June 3, 2026 |
| Contract Execution Period | 12 months (plus 12 months Defect Liability Period) |
Tender Participation Requirements
Participation in the bidding process requires compliance with the following financial and technical mandates:
- Earnest Money Deposit (EMD): A deposit of ₹29,500 is required. If submitted as a Bank Guarantee, the instrument must be valid for at least 180 days from the tender submission deadline.
- Tender Document Fee: A non-refundable fee of ₹17,700 must be paid for participation.
- Digital Requirements: All documents must be uploaded in PDF format using a valid Class-III digital signature certificate via the designated e-tendering portal.
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