The Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued a tender for the implementation of grid-connected rooftop solar projects with an aggregate capacity of 2 MW. The solar rollout is scheduled to take place across 304 individual sites and locations within the jurisdiction of the Madhya Pradesh Madhya Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company Limited (MPMKVVCL). Bidders are required to submit their proposals by the final deadline of August 8, 2026. The project is part of the Phase-II Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Scheme of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
Project Scope and Implementation The successful bidder will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of the solar installations under a Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) model. The project scope includes the following mandates:
- Design and Engineering: Development of site-specific layouts and detailed project reports for all 304 locations.
- Supply and Erection: Procurement of all hardware and the execution of civil and electrical construction.
- Testing and Commissioning: Full validation of system performance and synchronization with the MPMKVVCL grid.
- Net-Metering Application: Coordination with the distribution company for net-metering approvals and grid integration.
- Insurance and Safety: Provision of an insurance policy for transit-cum-storage-erection and strict adherence to the Indian Electricity Act-2003 and Central Electricity Authority (CEA) safety regulations.
- Comprehensive Operation & Maintenance (O&M): Mandatory five-year maintenance contract including system monitoring and performance reporting.
Technical Standards All equipment must meet the rigorous quality standards established by the MNRE and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). Per Domestic Content Requirements (DCR), both the solar cells and modules must be manufactured in India.
| Technical Component | Requirements | Compliance Standards |
| Solar PV Modules | Minimum 250Wp crystalline modules; DCR compliant (Indian-made cells and modules). | IEC 61215, 61730, 61701, 61853 |
| Performance Warranties | 25-year warranty; min. 90% efficiency at 10 years and 80% at 25 years. | MNRE Phase-II Guidelines |
| Inverters (PCU) | Grid-interactive Power Conditioning Units with remote monitoring and auto-synchronization. | IEC 62109-1, 2, 62116, IS 61683 |
| Mounting Structure | Hot-dip galvanized; designed for local wind speeds; 300mm roof clearance. | IS 2062:1992, IS 4759 |
| Protection Systems | Lightning arrestors; Internal Surge Protection (SPD Type-II); IP65/IP54 enclosures. | BFC 17-102:2011, IEC 60364-5-53 |
Eligibility and Timeline Bidders must navigate a strict timeline and several administrative benchmarks to qualify for the project:
- The final bid submission deadline is August 8, 2026.
- Prospective vendors must provide a valid GST registration certificate and a GST clearance certificate from the competent authority.
- Each individual installation must be completed within two months from the date of the issued sanction or consent letter.
- The project timeline operates under the extended validity of the overarching MNRE sanction originally dated January 19, 2022, which established a 24-month implementation framework.
Regulatory Oversight The Bhopal Municipal Corporation is the primary issuing authority for this tender, executing the projects in coordination with the MPMKVVCL. The distribution of Central Financial Assistance (CFA) is governed by MNRE guidelines, which cap subsidies at 40% for residential projects up to 3 kW and 20% for systems between 3 kW and 10 kW. To ensure long-term operational stability, empanelled vendors are required to establish dedicated local service centers to fulfill the five-year maintenance commitment. Failure to commission systems within the stipulated timeframe may result in the forfeiture of the Performance Bank Guarantee and potential disqualification from the scheme.
Official Tender Link and Details
- Official Portal: https://mptenders.gov.in
- Tender Reference Number: 2026_UAD_516846_1
- Issuing Authority: Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC)
- Bid Submission Deadline: August 8, 2026
To view the specific tender documents, technical specifications, and bidding instructions, users should visit the MP Tenders portal and search using the Tender Reference Number provided above. Registration on the portal with a valid Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is required for those intending to submit a bid.
Official Sources and Portals
- Bhopal Municipal Corporation (Official Division Website) https://bhopaldivisionmp.nic.in/en/public-utility/bhopal-municipal-corporation/
- MPMKVVCL Solar Rooftop Portal (UWP3) https://rooftop.mpcz.in/uwp_rooftop3/
- eProcurement System (MP Tenders Portal) https://mptenders.gov.in
- Madhya Pradesh Madhya Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company Limited (MPMKVVCL) https://portal.mpcz.in/
- Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (MPUVN) http://www.mprenewable.nic.in
- National Rooftop Solar Portal (MNRE – SPIN Portal) https://solarrooftop.gov.in
- PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (Residential Subsidy Portal) https://www.pmsuryaghar.gov.in
- Smart City Bhopal – Solar City Mission http://cnvg.in/smartcitybhopal/projectdetails/Mg==
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