The Military Engineer Services (MES), under the E-in-C Branch, has officially invited bids for the comprehensive repair and maintenance of the 1 MW solar power plant at the Leimakhong Military Station in Manipur. Managed by the GE 869 EWS division, this contract is essential for sustaining the operational efficiency and energy independence of the military station, a critical infrastructure hub in the sensitive Imphal West region. Interested and eligible contractors are required to submit their formal proposals via the MES e-procurement portal by the final deadline of August 17, 2026.
Key Tender Specifications and Financial Overview
The administrative and financial frameworks for the procurement are structured as follows:
- Issuing Authority: E-in-C Branch / GE 869 EWS, Military Engineer Services (MES).
- Tender ID: 2026_MES_780967_1.
- Tender Reference Number: 8767/E8.
- Estimated Tender Value: ₹20,00,000 (₹20 Lakhs).
- Earnest Money Deposit (EMD): ₹40,000.
- Tender Fee: ₹500.
- Contract Period: 210 days.
- Tender Category: Works / Solar Installation and Products.
Technical Scope of Work
The core objective of the contract is the “Repair and Maintenance of 1 MW Solar Power Plant at Leimakhong Military Station.” Falling under the jurisdiction of GE 869 EWS, the project is classified as an Item Rate contract. This designation is vital for bidders to note, as it specifies that the contractor will be remunerated based on the actual quantity of repairs and maintenance items executed as per the specific line items in Schedule ‘A,’ rather than a fixed lump-sum fee. The scope encompasses all necessary technical duties required to restore and sustain the facility’s full 1 MW generation capacity over the 210-day performance period.
Bidding Process and Eligibility Guidelines
The procurement follows standard MES operating procedures, mandating electronic submission and rigorous technical compliance.
Two-Cover Submission System
Bidders must utilize the electronic two-cover system:
- Cover 1 (Fee/Pre-Qualification/Technical – SBD): Includes the tender fee, EMD documentation, and all mandatory pre-qualification credentials.
- Cover 2 (Finance – BOQ): Contains the Bill of Quantities (BOQ) where contractors must quote their individual item rates.
Eligibility and Financial Benchmarks
While this specific maintenance work is valued at ₹20 Lakhs, the MES typically applies eligibility standards commensurate with specialized works. Bidders must demonstrate technical and financial capacity, which often aligns with “Class S” requirements. This includes an MOU with MNRE-approved channel partners (holding ratings of 1A, 1B, 1C, 2A, 2B, or 2C). Unenlisted contractors must provide the full EMD of ₹40,000 and submit an affidavit on a non-judicial stamp paper of ₹100 confirming they are not blacklisted and have no outstanding government recoveries.
Payment Mode and Physical Documentation
Fees and EMD must be processed via Offline instruments, specifically as a Demand Draft (DD), Deposit at Call Receipt, or Treasury Challan payable to GE 869 EWS. A critical procedural requirement involves the submission of original hard copies: bidders must ensure these physical documents reach the office of GE 869 EWS within five days of the bid submission end date. Crucially, this five-day window excludes the actual bid submission end date; failure to meet this specific deadline will result in bid disqualification.
Tender Schedule
The following timetable outlines the critical milestones for this procurement:
| Milestone | Date | Time |
| e-Publication Date | July 27, 2026 | 09:00 AM |
| Document Download Start Date | July 27, 2026 | 09:00 AM |
| Bid Submission Start Date | August 10, 2026 | 09:00 AM |
| Document Download / Submission End Date | August 17, 2026 | 06:00 PM |
| Technical Bid Opening Date | August 18, 2026 | 06:00 PM |
| Bid Validity | 60 Days from Bid Opening | — |
Submission and Contact Information
The inviting authority for this project is the Garrison Engineer (GE) 869 EWS, located in Imphal West, Manipur. Bids must be submitted exclusively through the official MES e-procurement portal. All prospective bidders are encouraged to conduct a visual site inspection at Leimakhong to assess existing plant conditions before finalizing their rates. Detailed technical specifications, Schedule ‘A’ notes, and General Conditions of Contracts (IAFW-2249) are available for review on the official portal.
Official Sources and Portals
- Military Engineer Services (MES) Official Website https://mes.gov.in/
- Defence Procurement Portal (Direct Source for Manipur Tender) https://defproc.gov.in/
- MES E-Procurement Portal https://eprocuremes.gov.in/
- Central Public Procurement Portal (CPPP) https://eprocure.gov.in/
- Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) https://mnre.gov.in/
- Government e-Marketplace (GeM) Portal https://gem.gov.in/
- Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) https://seci.co.in/
- NTPC Renewable Tender Portal https://ntpctender.com/
- PM Surya Ghar Portal https://pmsuryaghar.gov.in/
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