Himachal Pradesh Tenders 6 MW Solar Project with BESS

The Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd (HPPCL) has issued a significant tender for the development of a 6 MW (AC) solar power project integrated with a 2.1 MW / 4.2 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Tihra Khas-I in Himachal Pradesh, India. The bid submission deadline is April 17, 2026, with bid opening scheduled on the same day.

The tender requires companies to handle end-to-end project responsibilities, including design, supply, construction, erection, testing, commissioning, and operation & maintenance (O&M) for 15 years. Bidders must also develop the project land, procure equipment, perform civil and electrical works, and secure necessary permits, licenses, and insurance for the project.

HPPCL has specified eligibility criteria to ensure experience and financial capacity. Bidders must have executed solar-plus-storage projects of minimum capacities ranging from 0.6 MW to 1.8 MW with corresponding BESS capacities in the past 15 years, and must have provided O&M services for solar and storage systems. Additionally, bidders must demonstrate a minimum average annual turnover of ₹200 million in the last three financial years and have sufficient liquid assets or financial resources to meet project cash flow requirements.

A tender earnest money deposit (EMD) of ₹10 million and a tender fee of ₹10,000 are required to participate.

This initiative reflects Himachal Pradesh’s commitment to increasing renewable energy penetration while enhancing grid stability with battery storage. The integration of BESS technology enables the plant to store excess solar energy during the day for use during peak demand periods, ensuring reliable and flexible energy supply.

By combining solar generation with energy storage, HPPCL aims to strengthen the state’s renewable infrastructure while encouraging experienced developers to invest in long-term sustainable energy projects.