Engineering Projects India Ltd. (EPI) has called an Expression of interest (EoI) in the implementation of a 250 MW solar EPC project in the area of Bikaner, Rajasthan, under a tender that has been floated by SJVN Green Energy Limited (SGEL). The development is another significant move towards increasing utility-scale solar in one of the most solar-dense regions in India.
Project Scope Measures both Start to End EPC duties.
The EoI presents a detailed engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) task of the shortlisted bidders. The scope covers design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of the solar power project plus related evacuation infrastructure. Under the SGEL tender, it will also be the duty of the contractors to maintain adherence to technical standards, safety norms and project schedules.
Bikaner develops as a Strategic Solar Hub.
The Bikaner district of Rajasthan is still offering big investments in solar because of its high solar irradiation, land availability and good grid connection. The region has became one of the target areas in utility-scale renewable energy projects in the last ten years. The planned 250 MW facility will add to the fact that Rajasthan is a major solar power generator in India.
The role of SGEL in catalyzing the growth of renewable.
SJVN Green Energy Limited which is a fully owned subsidiary of SJVN Ltd. has been busy establishing large renewable energy projects in India. SGEL will also add capacity rapidly through competitive bidding and EPC tenders in line with national renewable energy objectives. The Bikaner project the company is currently undertaking is a larger move by SGEL to develop a diversified clean energy portfolio.
India is home to a market of clean energy and EPC, which will be boosted soon.
EoI issued by EPI will have a high appeal to the mature EPC players who have already registered their interest in large-scale solar projects. Other than clean power generation, the project will create jobs in the course of construction and contribute to the local economic activity. Upon commissioning, the 250 MW plant will help in boosting the renewable energy capacity in India and help the country to shift to the process of low-carbon and sustainable power generation.
