Introduction
The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has invited tenders for engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) for a 2.01 MW solar project at its Uran thermal facility in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The project shall be set up in 35 locations across the facility and signifies the commitment of ONGC to renewable energy.
Project Details and Scope
The solar project shall encompass rooftop installations, bus port solar systems, shed-mounted solar panels, and solar trees.
The scope of work shall include:
- Design, engineering, procurement, and supply of equipment and materials.
- Erection, testing, and commissioning of the grid-connected solar systems.
- Operation and maintenance (O&M) for 10 years, extendable up to 15 years.
The bidders are required to complete the project within 240 days from the award of the contract.
Key Tender Requirements
Bids should be submitted before March 18, 2025, and bids will be opened on March 19, 2025. Financial and performance requirements of bidders include:
- Earnest Money Deposit (EMD): ₹2.75 million (~$31,435.5).
- EPC Performance Guarantee: 10% of the value of the contract.
- O&M Bank Guarantee: 3% of total O&M cost for 10 years.
- Minimum O&M Quote: ₹1.5 million (~$17,146.6) in the first year with a mandatory increment every year of at least 3%.
Technical Specifications
The solar modules to be utilised for this project should be procured from the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM). The module mounting structure of the system should be suitably engineered for gaining optimisation at maximum energy generation in seasonal or fixed tilt angles. All power evacuations will operate at a 415 V low-tension level.
ONGC’s Expanding Renewable Energy Portfolio
This latest solar project is congruent with ONGC’s broader endeavours for expanding its renewable energy footprint. In December 2024, ONGC had tendered for:
- O&M of the 1.54 MW grid-connected solar system spread across 19 installations at Mehsana, Gujarat.
- Development of a 1,000 MW captive wind-solar hybrid power project (500 MW solar + 500 MW wind) anywhere across India.
These initiatives further demonstrate ONGC’s commitment to the transition of renewable energy in India as it integrates solar and wind power into its operations.
Conclusion
The 2.01 MW solar project at ONGC Uran marks another endeavour towards clean energy solutions. With bidding open until March 18, 2025, the project gives a chance for EPC firms to contribute toward ONGC’s clean energy aspirations and to build the solar infrastructure of India. The move further integrates with the government’s vision of enhancement of renewable energy adoption in the oil and gas sector.
