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Uttarakhand Floats Tender for 6.5 MW Rooftop and Distributed Solar Projects
Apr 15, 2026
Uttarakhand Renewable Energy Development Agency (UREDA) has invited bids for the development of 6.5 MW of rooftop and distributed solar projects across Uttarakhand. The projects will range in size from 1 kW to 1 MW and will be deployed across multiple locations in the state.
The scope of work covers end-to-end execution, including site surveys, design, manufacturing, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning, along with net metering arrangements. Developers will also be responsible for obtaining statutory approvals, conducting shadow analysis, system simulations, and determining optimal tilt and orientation for installations.
The selected bidder must provide a minimum five-year manufacturer warranty on components and handle operation and maintenance (O&M) for the same duration. The projects will be implemented across Zone I (Kumaon Division) and Zone II (Garhwal Division), with completion required within 10 months of the work order.
The deadline for bid submission is May 8, 2026, and bids will be opened on the same day. Bidders are required to furnish an earnest money deposit of Rs6.57 million, while the successful bidder must submit a performance bank guarantee equivalent to 5% of the contract value. The total estimated project cost stands at Rs406.7 million.
Eligibility criteria include prior experience of installing over 5 MW of grid-connected rooftop and distributed solar systems with net metering in government buildings over the past five years. Bidders must also have valid authorizations from module and inverter manufacturers, a Class A electrical contractor certification, and at least one service center in Uttarakhand.
The tender mandates the use of solar modules and cells listed under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM), ensuring compliance with domestic sourcing norms.
In case of delays, UREDA has outlined penalties in the form of liquidated damages at 0.5% of the unexecuted work value per week, capped at 10%. This initiative aligns with the state’s broader push to expand renewable energy capacity and promote decentralized solar adoption.