Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has invited bids for a 50 MW/100 MWh standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Ludhiana, Punjab, marking a significant step toward strengthening grid infrastructure in North India.
The tender, issued under reference CC/T/W-MISC/DOM/A02/26/03064 and titled “Punjab-BESS-04,” forms part of a broader plan to develop 500 MW/1000 MWh of standalone battery storage capacity across Punjab. The initiative aims to enhance grid reliability as the state increases its renewable energy share, particularly from solar and wind sources.
The bidding process will follow the Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) route, under which developers compete by offering the most competitive tariffs to ensure cost efficiency and transparency. The final project cost will be determined through this competitive mechanism. The tender has been categorized under the “Works” segment within the Power and Energy sector.
According to the official notification released on March 2, 2026, the tender value has been listed as zero, indicating that the contract value will be finalized based on received bids. Interested participants are required to pay a non-refundable tender fee of ₹25,000, while no Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) has been specified at this stage.
Document sales commenced on March 2 and will close on March 15, 2026. Bidders must submit proposals electronically via the PRANIT portal under RFX Number 5002005151. The deadline for submission is 11:00 AM on March 17, 2026, with bid opening scheduled for 11:30 AM the same day.
The project is being overseen by Ankit Vaishnav, Manager at POWERGRID’s headquarters in Gurugram, Haryana.
The Ludhiana BESS facility is expected to play a crucial role in balancing electricity supply and demand in the region. Battery energy storage systems store excess power generated during low-demand periods and discharge it during peak demand, enabling greater integration of renewable energy while reducing reliance on conventional fossil fuel-based peaking plants.
The tender presents opportunities for domestic and international developers to participate in India’s expanding energy storage market. The project aligns with national clean energy goals and supports efforts to ensure reliable round-the-clock power supply while advancing the transition to a more sustainable electricity system.
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