MAHAPREIT Invites Bids for ~2 MW Grid-Connected Flexible Solar Projects in Panaji, Goa Under RESCO Model

Mahatma Phule Renewable Energy and Infrastructure Technology Limited (MAHAPREIT), a Government of Maharashtra undertaking and subsidiary of MPBCDC, has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) inviting competitive bids from solar power developers to set up approximately 2 MW of grid-connected flexible solar photovoltaic (PV) projects in Panaji, Goa. Executed under the Renewable Energy Service Company (RESCO) model, the initiative encompasses three major public infrastructure sites across the state capital.

Prospective developers are required to complete their RFP purchase and submit technical and financial bids online via the Maharashtra e-tendering portal ahead of the submission deadline on October 8, 2026, at 18:00 hours.

Project Specifications & Technology Overview

Technical Justification & Policy Framework

The project marks the targeted deployment of ultra-light, flexible solar PV sheets—an innovative technological approach engineered specifically for public building rooftops that cannot support the heavy structural load of standard aluminum-framed glass solar panels. Following Goa State Cabinet sanction secured in November 2025, the initiative is being rolled out under the aegis of the Department of New and Renewable Energy. The Goa Energy Development Agency (GEDA), acting as the state nodal agency, will provide single-window clearances to expedite statutory approvals and facilitate seamless project execution.

In accordance with regulatory norms, generated solar power will be evacuated to the distribution grid through a gross metering system in compliance with guidelines established by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and the state electricity distribution company (DISCOM).

Commercial & Contractual Terms

• PPA Structure: The commercial framework will be governed by a 25-year tripartite Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) executed between GEDA, MAHAPREIT, and the respective end-consumer off-takers.
• Tariff Framework: Generated electricity will be supplied at an approved levelised tariff benchmarked at ₹5.95 per unit (kWh), which remains non-negotiable under the state framework. Bidding developers must align their tariff discovery and submission protocols directly within this established commercial ceiling.

Site Capacity Allocation

The total capacity of approximately 2 MW is distributed across three designated municipal infrastructure assets in Panaji:

Tender & Bidding Guidelines

All administrative procedures, document distribution, and bid submissions are conducted electronically via the Maharashtra e-tendering portal. Bidders must adhere to the timeline and financial requirements detailed below.

Key Bidding Timeline

• Tender Purchase Start Date: September 18, 2026, at 18:00 hours
• Online Pre-Bid Meeting: September 28, 2026, at 15:00 hours
• Pre-Bid Participation Submission Deadline: September 29, 2026, at 18:00 hours
• RFP Purchase & Online Bid Submission Deadline: October 8, 2026, at 18:00 hours
• Technical Bid Opening Date: October 9, 2026, at 15:00 hours
• Financial Bid Opening Date: To be communicated separately to technically qualified bidders

Financial Requirements & Tender Fees

• Tender Document Fee: ₹10,000 + 18% GST (non-refundable)
• Tender Processing Fee: ₹10 lakh + applicable GST
• Earnest Money Deposit (EMD): ₹10 lakh per MW, payable via electronic transfer or as a bank guarantee valid for 180 days from the bid submission deadline

Scope of Work for Successful Bidders

The selected solar power developer will assume full turnkey and long-term operational responsibility for the projects under the RESCO framework, including:

• Design & Tariff Protocols: Executing final detailed engineering designs for flexible PV systems customized to the structural load capacity of each roof, alongside completing formal tariff discovery and submission protocols within the non-negotiable ₹5.95/kWh tariff structure.
• Procurement & Commissioning: Managing complete equipment procurement, supply, civil work, installation, testing, and grid-connected commissioning of the flexible solar PV systems and balance of system (BOS) components.
• Comprehensive O&M: Delivering full Operation and Maintenance (O&M) services, system monitoring, repairs, and performance guarantees for the entire 25-year duration of the PPA.

Official Tender & Bidding Links

• Official e-Tendering Portal: Bids must be submitted online via the Maharashtra e-Tenders Portal.
  • Tender ID: 2026_SJASA_1339857_1
  • Tender Reference Number: MAHAPREIT/RESCO/GOA/2026-27
• Official Request for Proposal (RFP) Document: Download the complete tender document directly from the MAHAPREIT Tender RFP PDF.
• Pre-Bid Meeting Clarifications & Corrigendum: Access the official pre-bid meeting document via the MAHAPREIT Pre-Bid Meeting Notice.
• MAHAPREIT Procurement Portal: View all active tender notices and administrative updates on the MAHAPREIT Tenders Directory.