Supply and Installation of 40kW Hybrid Solar System at GC University Hyderabad

Government College University Hyderabad invites tenders for the supply and installation of a 40kW hybrid solar system at its campus in Hyderabad, Sindh. This turnkey project includes design, engineering, supply, transportation, installation, testing, and commissioning of the solar power system based on SPPRA rules via the EPADS e-tendering platform. Items being procured: - 80 Tier-1 N-Type bifacial/Mono-PERC photovoltaic solar PV modules of 620Wp or above - 2 units of 20 kVA three-phase hybrid solar inverters with dual MPPT and Wi-Fi/GPRS logging - 2 units of 314 AH/16 kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate battery banks with integrated Battery Management System - 80 mounting structures fabricated from heavy gauge aluminum or hot-dip galvanized steel with concrete foundations - Electrical wiring including AC cables (16mm² 4-core copper), DC solar wires (4mm²/6mm² copper), and distribution panels with breakers and surge protection - Earthing and lightning protection system with 3 separate chemical earth pits and copper spike lightning arrestor - Complete testing, commissioning, mobile app programming, performance verification, training, and handover documentation The technical scope covers all materials and workmanship to ensure a safe, compatible, and fully operational hybrid solar power system. The contractor must comply with IEC standards for solar modules and provide warranties: 25 years for solar panels, 5 years for inverters, and up to 10 years or 6000 cycles for lithium batteries. Installation includes structural design for wind loads, waterproofing, electrical integration, and monitoring system setup. Eligibility requires firms registered with SRB and FBR showing active status, valid PEC codes CE10, EE(III), EE11(vi), AEDB registration, and relevant experience with similar solar projects of 50 kVA or above. Bid security of 2% and performance security of 5% of bid price are mandatory. Bids must be submitted via EPADS by 23 November 2026 at 01:30pm, with technical bids opened the same day at 02:30pm at the office of Director Procurement, GC University Hyderabad. A practical tip for bidders: carefully review and submit all required compliance documents including original manufacturer datasheets, detailed technical proposals, and authorization letters to avoid disqualification. Ensure timely submission of original CDR to the Tender Opening Committee 30 minutes before bid opening. This tender offers a significant opportunity for qualified firms to contribute to sustainable energy infrastructure at a leading educational institution in Hyderabad.