The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) organized a pre-bid meeting at IFCI Limited in New Delhi to discuss the second round under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cells (ACC) aimed at achieving a cumulative 10 GWh PLI ACC capacity. The meeting, held with robust participation from industry stakeholders and government organizations, signifies a significant step towards enhancing India’s capabilities in ACC manufacturing.
Objectives of the PLI ACC Scheme:
- Encourage the establishment of giga-scale Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) manufacturing facilities totaling 10 GWh capacity.
- Foster technology-agnostic ACC manufacturing within India.
- Support the nation’s commitment to innovation and self-reliance in the renewable energy sector.
Meeting Highlights:
- Detailed presentation by the Ministry on the scope and objectives of the global tender for 10 GWh ACC capacity.
- Clarifications provided on technical specifications, eligibility criteria, and evaluation process.
- Deadline for receiving queries from Bidders: March 4, 2024.
Statements by Dr. Mahendra Nath Pandey:
- Acknowledged the meeting as a crucial milestone in the tendering process.
- Emphasized the role of the PLI ACC scheme in positioning India as a global leader in sustainable energy technologies.
- Reaffirmed the government’s commitment to creating a conducive environment for domestic and international stakeholders, aligning with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of a self-reliant and developed India.
Tender Details:
- Tender documents available from January 24, 2024.
- Bid due date: April 22, 2024.
- Bids to be opened on April 23, 2024.
- Bidding process to follow an online transparent two-stage mechanism under the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) framework through the CPP Portal, ensuring fairness, transparency, and efficiency.
Further Information:
Interested parties can visit the official website of the Ministry of Heavy Industries or CPP Portal for updates on the PLI ACC Scheme and the global tender process.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs):
- What is the primary objective of the PLI ACC Scheme discussed in the meeting?
a) To encourage the establishment of ACC manufacturing facilities totaling 5 GWh capacity.
b) To foster technology-specific ACC manufacturing within India.
c) To support innovation and self-reliance in the renewable energy sector.
d) To promote the import of ACC cells from global manufacturers.
Answer: c) To support innovation and self-reliance in the renewable energy sector. - When is the deadline for receiving queries from Bidders regarding the global tender?
a) March 4, 2023
b) March 4, 2024
c) April 22, 2024
d) April 23, 2024
Answer: b) March 4, 2024 - How will the bidding process be conducted under the PLI ACC Scheme?
a) Through offline submissions at the Ministry of Heavy Industries.
b) Through a transparent two-stage mechanism on the CPP Portal.
c) Through direct negotiations between the Ministry and potential bidders.
d) Through a single-stage process without evaluation criteria.
Answer: b) Through a transparent two-stage mechanism on the CPP Portal.