Chennai Port Authority floats tender for 2 MW rooftop solar project

The Chennai Port Authority has invited bids for the development of a 2 MWp grid-connected rooftop solar power project within its port premises, reinforcing its push towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources.

According to the Notice Inviting Tender, the scope of work includes the design, engineering, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of the solar photovoltaic system. The project will be implemented on a RESCO (Renewable Energy Service Company) model, with solar panels to be installed on the rooftops of four EXIM godowns located inside the Chennai Port area.

The initiative forms part of the rooftop solar programme for government buildings in Tamil Nadu and is aimed at expanding the port’s renewable energy footprint while lowering reliance on conventional electricity. By integrating solar power into its operations, the port authority is also aligning itself with broader environmental and sustainability objectives, particularly at large industrial and logistics hubs.

The project capacity has been fixed at 2 MWp, with the estimated tender value pegged at around ₹12 crore. Classified under electrical works, the tender specifically relates to the installation of solar PV panels. The selected bidder will be required to complete the project within a contract period of 365 days, while the bid validity has been set at 90 days. Pre-qualification criteria will be as detailed in the tender’s budgetary documents.

Interested bidders must submit their budgetary offers to the Deputy Chief Mechanical Engineer (ES) at the Chennai Port Authority. Submissions are to be delivered to the second floor of the Old Administrative Office Building on Rajaji Salai, Chennai. The deadline for receipt of bids is December 31, 2025, by 5:00 pm.

With this tender, the Chennai Port Authority has reiterated its commitment to adopting renewable energy solutions in partnership with professional solar developers.