In a strategic push toward sustainable healthcare infrastructure, the Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and Research Centre (HBCH&RC) in Visakhapatnam has issued a Notice Inviting Tender (NIT) for a 3 MW captive solar photovoltaic (PV) plant. Issued on behalf of the institution’s Director and overseen by the Chief Engineer, the tender follows a rigorous two-stage bidding process to ensure technical and financial compliance. As a constituent of the Tata Memorial Centre under the Department of Atomic Energy, the hospital aims to utilize this captive project to achieve carbon neutrality and significantly lower its operational dependence on conventional power sources. The deadline for bid submissions has been set for August 20, 2026.
Project Scope and Technical Mandate
The project represents a comprehensive Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) mandate situated at the hospital’s Visakhapatnam premises. The selected contractor will be responsible for the full lifecycle of the development, including:
- Initial Phases: Rigorous planning, site-specific design, and detailed engineering.
- Execution: Supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of the 3.0 MW captive solar installation.
The construction phase is subject to a strict execution timeline, with the plant required to be fully commissioned within nine months from the date of commencement.
Long-term Asset Management
Reflecting a commitment to long-term performance and reliability, the tender includes an extensive 11-year post-commissioning obligation. The successful bidder must provide a one-year Defect Liability Period (DLP), immediately followed by a ten-year comprehensive operation and maintenance (O&M) service contract. This unified management approach ensures that the contractor remains accountable for the plant’s sustained energy yield and technical integrity for over a decade.
Project Financial Overview
The tender represents a major capital investment in medical energy infrastructure. Bidders should note the significant Earnest Money Deposit (EMD), which serves as a notable entry barrier to ensure the participation of financially robust firms.
| Financial Component | Requirement |
| Estimated Project Cost | Rs. 15.83 crore (inclusive of GST) |
| Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) | Rs. 25.83 lakh |
| Performance Bank Guarantee | 5% of the contract value |
| Security Deposit | 2.5% of the tendered amount |
Note: The EMD must be submitted via Demand Draft, Pay Order, Fixed Deposit Receipt, or Bank Guarantee. Submissions via cheque are strictly prohibited and will result in immediate disqualification.
Tender Timeline and Compliance Schedule
Adherence to the following administrative milestones is mandatory for all prospective bidders:
- Document Download Period: July 9, 2026, to August 20, 2026 (up to 5:30 PM).
- Pre-bid Queries & Site Visits: Allowed until July 27, 2026.
- Pre-bid Meeting: July 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
- Query Responses Publication: August 6, 2026.
- Online Bid Submission Window: August 7, 2026, to August 20, 2026.
- Physical Document Submission (Originals/EMD): By August 27, 2026.
- Technical Bid Opening: August 28, 2026.
- TENDER PORTAL: https://eprocure.gov.in/eprocure/app, https://tmc.gov.in/m_events
Official Source Links
For comprehensive bid documents and official submission portals, please refer to the resources below:
- Central Public Procurement Portal: https://eprocure.gov.in/eprocure/app
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