SECI Issues 4.8 GWh Assured Peak Power Supply Tender With 4-Hr Storage For RE Projects
The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has issued a tender to select renewable energy developers to supply 4,800 MWh (1,200 MW × 4 hours) assured peak power from Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS)-connected renewable energy (RE) projects in India. It has sought bids for this project till July, 22, 2026
Under the SECI’s latest tender, the RE Power Developer (RPD) is expected to develop ISTS-connected RE Projects with Energy Storage System (ESS), including the transmission to supply power at the Interconnection/ Delivery Point. The network would help to supply RE Power to SECI, at its own cost and as per the provisions of the RfS and PPA. Moreover, these projects would be located anywhere in India at the locations chosen by the Bidder at its own discretion, cost, risk and responsibility.
The selected bidder will also be required to provide land and connectivity as part of the project scope. SECI has invited bids for Rs. 50,000 plus applicable GST, which must be submitted through NEFT/RTGS transfer to SECI’s account along with the tender application.
Previously, SECI has awarded bids for a similar 4800 MWh (1200 MW x 4 Hrs.) tender to four bids in the range of Rs. 6.27-6.28/MW at varied capacities. Bids for this project were awarded to Adyant Enersol Private Limited, Serentica Renewables India Private Limited, AMPIN Energy Utility Nine Private Limited, and ACME Solar Holdings Limited.
Scope of Work
Under the scope of work, SECI’s latest tender requires the bidder to identify land, install and own the project, and obtain connectivity, necessary approvals, and interconnection with the ISTS network, STU, or InSTS network for supplying power to SECI.
For STU interconnection, the Renewable Power Developer (RPD) may install the project in the same state where the buying entity is located. It has been clarified that, by default, the “Delivery Point” shall mean an ISTS substation and shall be considered an InSTS or STU substation only if both the RPD and the buying entity agree to such a modification. The cumulative contracted capacity allocated to a bidder, including its parent, affiliate, ultimate parent, or any group company, shall be limited to 600 MW.
Under this Request for Selection (RfS), the developer is expected to set up the project, including the transmission network up to the Interconnection/Delivery Point, at its own cost and in accordance with the provisions of the RfS document.
All approvals, permits, and clearances required for setting up the project and/or transmission network up to the Interconnection/Delivery Point (along with connectivity), including those required from state governments and local bodies, shall be the responsibility of the RPD. The projects selected under this scheme will provide for the deployment of RE and Energy Storage System (ESS) capacities. However, the selection of projects will be technology-agnostic.