KIOCL has issued a tender for a 2.7 MWp floating solar project at its Mangaluru blast furnace reservoir, covering EPC, power evacuation, and O&M under a BOO model.
KIOCL Limited has invited bids for the development of a floating solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant at its blast furnace unit reservoir in Mangaluru, Karnataka.
According to the tender guidelines, the project will involve the design, engineering, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a floating solar plant with a minimum capacity of 2.7 MWp.
The project will be implemented under a build-own-operate (BOO) model, with bid submissions open until June 22, 2026.
The scope of work includes preparation of the detailed project report (DPR), manufacturing, procurement, erection, and commissioning of the floating solar PV system.
The selected bidder will also be responsible for power evacuation up to the Pellet Plant CPP HT panel through a 6.6 kV feeder, along with associated utilities, electrical systems, automation, civil foundations, supporting structures, and operation and maintenance activities.
Additionally, bidders are required to submit an earnest money deposit (EMD) of Rs 7.06 million as part of the tender process.