The Madhya Pradesh Madhya Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran (MPMKVVCL) has tendered 10 MW of rooftop solar to be developed in the state of Madhya Pradesh. The rooftop solar projects will be developed on an aggregated basis under CAPEX mode. The tender opening date is June 29, 2017.

The estimated project cost is Rs.637.5 million (~$9.89 million) and the scope of work includes, design, engineering, supply, civil work, erection, testing and commissioning including warranty of the project. The successful bidder will also provide comprehensive operation and maintenance (O&M) services for a five-year period.

A bidder can bid for the entire capacity, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) will provide central financial assistance (CFA) for the project, stated Mercom’s source at MPMKVVCL.

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