Solar Energy Corporation of India Invites Bids for 600 MW Wind Power Projects

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The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has initiated a tender process for developing 600 MW of interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected wind power projects across India. The projects, which can be set up anywhere in the country, entail the installation of wind turbines and transmission networks, as well as the identification and securing of land, obtaining necessary approvals, and ensuring the operation and maintenance of the facilities. The successful bidders will be required to execute a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with the SECI and furnish a performance bank guarantee of Rs 3.33 million per MW per project. The tender process aims to contribute to India's renewable energy targets and promote the development of wind power resources in the country.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has invited bids for setting up 600 MW of interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected wind power projects across India under Tranche XIX.
  • The projects can be located anywhere in India, and the scope of work includes setting up the wind project, establishing the transmission network, identifying land, securing ownership, and obtaining necessary approvals and clearances.
  • The successful bidders are required to submit an earnest money deposit of Rs 1.33 million per MW per project and furnish a performance bank guarantee of Rs 3.33 million per MW per project.
  • The last date for bid submission is November 24, 2025, and the successful bidders will be required to execute a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with the SECI.
  • The projects' operations and maintenance are covered throughout the PPA period, and the SECI has partnered with the Defence Research and Development Organisation to jointly develop 300 MW of solar-based renewable energy projects.

Statistics:

  • 600 MW: The total capacity of the grid-connected wind power projects that the SECI has invited bids for.
  • Rs 1.33 million: The earnest money deposit required per MW per project.
  • Rs 3.33 million: The performance bank guarantee required per MW per project.
  • November 24, 2025: The last date for bid submission.
  • 25 years: The duration of the power purchase agreement (PPA) required by the successful bidders.
  • 300 MW: The capacity of solar-based renewable energy projects that the Defence Research and Development Organisation has partnered with the SECI to develop.

Sources:

  • "Solar Energy Corporation of India Invites Bids for 600 MW Wind Power Projects" by Global Data Point, October 2025.