IGL Invites Bids for 200 MW Solar-Storage Project in Rajasthan

Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has officially entered the utility-scale renewable arenaas it has invited bids for the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) of a 200 MW DC (160 MW AC) solar power project, integrated with a state-of-the-art 10 MW / 28 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Rajasthan.

This tender (Reference No. IGL/ET2/CP/CM18777) represents the first physical phase of the high-profile 74:26 Joint Venture between IGL and Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RVUNL).The Project is backed by ₹2,066 crore investment roadmap, this strategic partnership is designed to create a massive 500 MW solar park in Bikaner, aligning IGL with India’s 2030 decarbonization goals.

The addition of a 28 MWh BESS is a strategic protection, in contrast to normal solar tenders. IGL is changing from a “passive” solar generator to a “dispatchable” energy player by including storage. By holding excess energy during peak sunshine hours to discharge during the high-demand evening blocks, the utility is able to lessen the intermittent nature of solar power. This is a key idea in the “Energy Arbitrage” narrative that is currently engulfing the industry.

The comprehensive scope of work includes:

EPC & Grid Connectivity: Design, supply, and commissioning of the solar plant and BESS, also including a 220 kV (or higher) transmission line with Central Transmission Utility (CTU) connectivity.
Operational Security: Five years of Comprehensive Operation & Maintenance to ensure long-term performance stability.
Execution Timeline: The project is mandated for commissioning within 18 months from the date of the award.

For IGL—a joint venture of GAIL, BPCL, and the Delhi Government—this is more than a capacity addition. It is a hedge against the rising costs of traditional energy. By developing captive renewable infrastructure, IGL can power its vast network of CNG compressors across 700+ cities with its own green electricity, significantly reducing its operational carbon footprint.

With the bid submission deadline set for June 9, 2026, the industry is closely watching this tender as a blueprint for how legacy fossil-fuel giants can successfully navigate the “industry puzzle” of the energy transition.