UERC challenges UPCL on strategic planning for Rs.147 crore capacitor rollout 8UPCL must address UERC’s concerns regarding project planning and execution to ensure the proposed benefits of reduced overloads and improved voltage profiles are realized. Jindal Aluminium's appeal falters; tribunal highlights lack of distributor benefit from injected power 8The tribunal's decision pivots on the absence of financial gain for distributors from Jindal's pre-agreement power injection, denying compensation claims. HPSEBL faces legal scrutiny in Prime Steel dispute 8The ongoing legal proceedings involving HPSEBL could reshape industry perceptions on dispute resolution and regulatory adherence within state electricity boards. Flowgen's O&M charge plea could reshape cost norms in power sector 8A pivotal case involving Flowgen and HPSEBL could redefine how O&M costs are allocated among generators sharing infrastructure, potentially affecting tariff structures and project viability. Himachal's small hydro sector eyes expansion with new PPA filings 8The HPSEBL and Himalaya Hydel petition highlights the strategic expansion of small hydro capacities in Himachal Pradesh, reflecting the state's renewable energy priorities. Click on Details for moreDetails
Fresh bid extension granted for 2x800 MW ash handling EPC 8The ash handling tender for a central utility’s upcoming 2x800 MW units has now been extended to mid-August, with techno-commercial opening rescheduled the same day. The repeated extensions suggest critical engineering or bidder alignment gaps common themes in latest thermal power tenders. 8The EPC scope spans dry bottom ash extraction, pneumatic fly ash transport, and high concentration slurry disposal indicating a hybrid system designed to manage multiple ash disposal routes in line with updated norms seen in latest thermal power tenders. 8The ash system must be fully functional even at 40% TMCR, addressing regulatory flexibility norms. This imposes specific turndown and control logic requirements across pumps, feeders, and conveying systems reflecting tighter performance norms in latest thermal power tenders. 8A key amendment now mandates mixing and retention tanks for bottom ash slurry, with volume sized for 5-minute discharge and minimum 10-minute sump retention enhancing reliability under surge and transition conditions, a growing design focus across latest thermal power tenders. 8These modifications place a premium on system integrators familiar with hybrid ash evacuation strategies, which are becoming central to latest thermal power tenders amid stricter compliance and operational efficiency demands.Details
Extended bidding window reflects vendor interest in mega transformer package 8Multiple deadline extensions now till 1 August 2025 point to rigorous technical requirements and careful alignment by OEMs for this high-value transformer supply contract 8The latest tender targets the installation of 10 large 500 MVA, 400/220/33kV auto transformers to strengthen the state’s backbone transmission network. Extended bid timelines hint at complex specifications and vendor readiness challenges in the transformer supply contracts in India 8Loss limits such as max 90 kW for no-load and 500 kW for load losses are enforced with heavy penalties, pushing bidders to offer advanced low-loss designs typical of top-tier transformer supply contracts in India 8The design requires matching impedance, vector group, and OLTC configurations with existing transformers in Telangana’s grid, adding to technical complexity often seen in large-scale transformer supply contracts in India 8A bid security of Rs. 2.85 crore per lot reflects the high stakes, with stringent financial turnover and past experience conditions for qualifying bidders standard in premium transformer supply contracts in IndiaDetails
For reference purposes the website carries here the following tenders: 8Tender for servicing/commissioning of electrical actuator Details 8Tender for carrying out FGD transformer nitrogen Details 8Tender for supply of 66 kV potential transformers (PTs) for various substations Details 8Tender for replacement of 3 X 105 MVA, 400/220/33 kV ICT- I by 3 X 167 MVA, 400/220/33 kV ICT at 400 kV substation Details 8Tender for work for augmentation by replacement of 132/33kV 25MVA TF by 132/33kV 50MVA power transformer Details 8Tender for supply of vertically mounted 11 kV gang operated air breaker switch Details 8Tender for height raising of 132kV single circuit transmission line Details 8Tender for dismantling and shifting of tower of 132 kV lines Details 8Tender for work of height raising of 132kV DC line Details 8Design, engineering, manufacturing, testing, supply, stringing, installation, testing, commissioning etc. Details 8Tender for overhauling of air pre-heater, reversal and replacement of baskets, replacement of coal Details 8Tender for dismantling, shifting,erection, testing & commissioning of panels Details 8Tender for repair and maintenance work of roof Details 8Tender for repair of drain, provision of permanent storage space for tools & tackles Details 8Tender for transportation of coal Details 8Tender for maintenance of landscaping works Details 8Tender for supply, fabrication, sand blasting, zinc painting & erection of RS joist, MS Channel, MS plate, MS angle, MS flats MS rod Details 8Tender for formation of approach road, foot bridge and working platform for replacement of existing old damaged 230 kV DC towers Details 8Tender for providing of 1 No 110 kV cable termination tower Details 8Tender for supply , fabrication & erection of steel structure, supply & erection of earth mat, earth raiser Details 8Tender for complete overhaul of APH A and B sides and other related works Details 8Tender for estimate for birfucation work of 33 kV feeder Details 8Tender for rate contract award for supply of aluminum lugs Details 8Tender for procurement of 125 ton capacity HIP LP 1 and LP 2 rotor stand Details 8Tender for work contract for round the clock complete operation and maintenance of ash handling system Details 8Tender for supply of vertical rigid life line and installation of vertical life line system Details 8Tender for supply and works of erection, commissioning, and testing of complete electronics pit-less type unmanned weighbridge system Details 8Tender for work of complete oil leakage attending of LV turret with all associated activities of 135MVA,400/11/11kV, station transformers Details 8Tender for manual unloading of coal rakes Details 8Tender for supply of compressed gas cylinders hydrogen carbon Details 8Tender for supply, installation, testing and commissioning of soft starter for motors Details 8Tender for refurbishment / repair of gear box of gas cooler Details 8Tender for civil works required Details 8Tender for miscellaneous works Details 8Design, manufacturing, testing and supply of 220kV emergency restoration system tower Details 8Tender for annual maintenance of 3x130 MW generating units Details 8Tender for rate contract for loading/ unloading and transportation of material Details 8Tender for survey, installation, testing and commissioning of new 5 MVA 33/11kV substation Details 8Tender for supply of LT three phase channel cross arm Details 8Tender for setting up of one model solar Details 8Tender for work of mechanical strengthening, stub strengthening and earthing etc. Details 8Tender for P&F of false ceiling and virified tiles and other misc. work Details 8Tender for modification work for height raising of 132 kV S/C line Details 8Tender for SETC of 400kV 125MVAR shunt reactor alongwith all accessories and associated equipments Details 8Tender for providing additional tower earthing to the tower Details 8Tender for procurement of under frequency relays df/dt relays for substations Details 8Tender for work of mechanical strengthening, stub strengthening Details 8Tender for application and supply of ceramic fiber pad insulation and thermal insulation on pipe lines Details 8Tender for procurement of caustic soda lye Details 8Tender for augmentation of 220kV sub-station Details 8Tender for rectification replacement of defective tubes in water wall panel Details 8Tender for supply of 7/11 SWG stranded GI stay wire Details 8Tender for sale of 1 lac cum settled ash from ash pond Details 8Tender for work of providing & fixing of clamp & connectors for 0.4 zebra conductors Details 8Tender for work of annual contract for repair, overhauling, servicing, maintenance alignment of 220/132/33kV isolator available Details 8Tender for additional work of augmentation of 315MVA ICT-II to 3X167 MVA 400/220/33kV ICT Details 8Tender for replacement of old 0.35 ACSR sheep conductor with new 0.4 ACSR zebra conductor Details 8Tender for construction of 2/80 MVA 132/33kV GSS Details 8Tender for supply of various types of power & control fuse Details 8Tender for works of replacement of 1X322 MVA, 27/400 kV single phase generator transformer Details 8Tender for supply of H.T. fasteners Details 8Tender for rate contract for the work of on line preventive & breakdown maintenance for boiler rotary parts Details 8Tender for balance civil works Details 8Tender for miscellaneous civil works Details 8Tender for construction of new closed shed for storage of heavy lifting tools Details 8Tender for supply of SWAS chemicals Details 8Tender for supply of spares of 415 V air circuit breakers installed Details 8Tender for work of overhauling of 11kV HT motors of MVP-1 pumps Details 8Tender for supply of various impact pads for conveyor belts Details 8Tender for supply of tools tackles & consumable Details 8Tender for supply of various sizes of M S ERW pipes for ash handling plant Details 8Tender for operation of electrical and mechanical equipment Details 8Tender for major overhauling of 36.8 MW steam turbine machine Details 8Tender for procurement of coal pipes Details 8Tender for laying of AB cable on overhead pole Details 8Tender for comprehensive operation and maintenance of 92MW floating solar Details 8Tender for round the clock breakdown maintenance of 11/04kV system Details 8Tender for round the clock maintenance of 6.9/ 11kV substation Details 8Tender for renewal of gravelling in 132 kV and 33 kV yard Details 8Tender for augmentation of 40/50 MVA transformer Details 8Tender for augmentation of 20/25 MVA transformer Details 8Tender for supply of spare parts of 420 HDB isolators and 72.5 KV isolators Details 8Tender for supply and installation of each DC earth leakage Details 8Tender for procurement of various types of instruments and electronic spare parts Details 8Tender for complete rewiring Details 8Tender for supply & delivery of 1800 no LT distribution junction box Details 8Tender for replacement of different HP valves, pipes, bends Details 8Tender for routine repair and maintenance work Details 8Tender for erection work of LILO to 66kV substation Details 8Tender for procurement of 0.5 ACSR moose conductor Details 8Tender for work of providing & fixing of lightning high mast tower with required Details 8Tender for work of augmentation of substation by addition of 132/33kV 50MVA power transformer Details 8Tender for AMC for repair of ductable AC system and split AC system at various substations Details 8Tender for work of providing & fixing of power vision 3 phase DSP system at various 220/132 kV substations Details 8Tender for civil works of SITC of 220/22 kV 50mVA PTR Details 8Tender for work of proposed EHV underground cable route Details 8Tender for AMC for work of repairing/overhauling with providing & fixing of spares for 33kV VCB at various Details 8Tender for annual maintenance contract for the work of demonstration, preventive maintenance as well as repairing works including supply of required Details 8Tender for work of annual maintenance contract of weed control treatment Details You can also click onTenders for more For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips: 8Till June, 11,400 MW of renewable energy procurement tenders have been cancelled Details 8Green energy stock jumps after reporting 59% YoY increase in net profits Details 8Tiger Logistics drives major solar equipment movements as India expands domestic module manufacturing Details 82,754 Cr Capex: Solar stock jumps over 5% after reporting 93% profit growth in Q1 Details 8Saatvik Green energy receives SEBI Nod for 1,150 Crore IPO Details 8SAEL Launches 50 MW solar power project in Maharashtra’s beed district Details 8India to launch utility-led solar program for households without rooftops Details 8Power shocker in Chandigarh: sector 44 resident gets Rs 5.69L bill Details 8Overcoming land constraints for powering India’s solar energy future Details 8From assumptions to accuracy: Why the PV industry needs physics-based solar data Details 8India issues amendment to solar cell ALMM order Details 8Surplus solar panels offer timely solution for industry under pressure Details 8Andhra CM meets Singapore Minister Leng to boost ties in green energy Details 8Adani Green shares climb over 3 pc after Q1 earnings Details 8NPCIL and BARC launches first private test facility for upgradation of depleted heavy water Details 8Strengthening coal production capabilities Details 8Diamond Power and Infra gets Rs 1,349-cr order from Adani Group company Details 8India Inc Q1 revenue inches up a pale 4-6%, says Crisil report Details 8India's industrial output growth dips to 10-month low of 1.5% in June Details 8FMCG sector gets rural push amid India Inc’s slowing revenue: Crisil Details You can also click on Newsclips for moreDetails
Jaipur GIS substation package sees L1 bidder clinch Rs. 154 crore contract 8A turnkey EPC package for a 220/132/33 kV GIS substation with dual voltage levels and underground cable links has been awarded to the sole techno-commercially qualified bidder. The total price, derived from two BOQ components, reflects one of the higher-value recent GIS substation jobs by the state utility 8While multiple consortia participated, disqualification of all but one on technical grounds ensured no downward price pressure. The L1 bidder’s combined BOQ pricing went uncontested 8This GIS package includes extensive XLPE cable installation at 220kV and 132kV, with guaranteed losses clearly specified — a critical design choice in congested urban areas. Approved transformer makes span multiple Indian OEMs 8Transformers for both 220/132 kV and 132/33 kV levels are sourced from a pool of pre-approved Indian manufacturers. This layered approval ensures flexibility in sourcing without compromising on utility standardsDetails
765 KV corridor to link REZ with central grid gets competitive bidding push 8A major ISTS project aimed at evacuating 3 GW from a renewable-rich zone in Andhra Pradesh will now be executed under the TBCB route. The scope includes a new 765 kV double circuit line and critical LILO works connecting Karnataka and AP grids 8The Ananthapuram-II PS will see ICT augmentation with 2x1500 MVA (765/400 kV) and 6x500 MVA (400/220 kV) units. This builds on Phase-I infrastructure and enables multi-voltage RE connectivity for grid injection 8As per Amendment-III dated 24.07.2025, the bid submission deadline has been extended to 11.08.2025, with financials now expected to conclude via e-reverse auction by 21.08.2025. The SPV transfer is scheduled for early SeptemberDetails
Deadline pushed for 400 KV intra-state substation bid under TBCB model 8The bid submission for a new AIS-based 400/220/132 kV substation in Maharashtra has been extended to mid-August. The transmission scheme is being tendered via tariff-based competitive bidding with electronic reverse auction in place 8The scope covers both 400/220 kV and 400/132 kV ICTs, along with a 125 MVAr reactor and future space for a 300 MVA transformer. This dual voltage configuration with bus reactor and extensive bay provisioning indicates complex substation design 8Bidders can qualify via either development or EPC execution routes, each requiring exposure of Rs. 500 crore over the past five years. The tender remains open to both infrastructure developers and seasoned contractorsDetails
Amendment redefines enforceability: Payment on order gains statutory parity with BGs 8The Payment on Order instrument from PFC/REC/IREDA is now equated with bank guarantees under the RFP and TSA. This is a significant financial innovation, institutionalizing alternative credit support mechanisms within ISTS bid structures 8While technical elements—ICTs, reactor bays, and LILO line—remain constant, the revised RFP overhauls compliance options through multiple instrument formats for both bid and contract performance securities. The changes point to broader procurement reform rather than scope enhancement 8The revised tender expands the Bid Bond definition to include IRDA-approved insurance surety bonds and payment-on-order guarantees. This change is aligned with recent government efforts to ease capital lock-in for developers in competitive transmission procurementDetails
Recent bid award reconfirms transmission focus on lightweight, high-strength solutions 8Polymer CLR insulators continue to dominate high-voltage specs for 400 kV, with lighter weight, vandal-resistance, and hydrophobicity driving design preference 8With just three bidders and a clearly declared winner, this tender reflects constrained price margins and possibly high alignment in technical compliance across OEMs 8This tender covers both 120 kN and 160 kN mechanical load-rated CLR insulators, increasing planning and manufacturing alignment across transmission corridorsDetails
SJVN mandates site-level surveys and access deals by bidders 8Developers bear full responsibility for finalizing rooftop access, conducting feasibility studies, and entering into building-level execution agreements. SJVN will not facilitate physical access or municipal permits 8After two prior extensions, the current 1 August deadline is expected to hold. With site-wise capacities mapped and detailed energy use estimates, the tender presents both opportunity and logistical complexity 8Held on 1 July, the pre-bid conference highlighted strong developer interest and clarifications sought on PBG format, interconnection points, and risk-sharing in government building agreements 8Unlike other state rooftop programs that allow for a hybrid approach, this tender exclusively permits RESCO-mode implementation—adding pressure on developers to offer aggressive CUF-linked tariffsDetails
Southern Grid Runs Tight but Stable Amid Zero Shortage Day 8Despite a net regional demand exceeding 1,150 MU, the Southern Region met its entire requirement without any reported shortages. States like Tamil Nadu and Telangana maintained grid frequency and demand compliance even as solar and wind continued to shoulder significant load, particularly in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. Western Region Delivers Surplus Stability Despite Heavy Peak Loads 8The Western Grid handled a peak load of nearly 58 GW without a glitch, balancing high industrial consumption from Maharashtra and Gujarat. Wind and solar generation accounted for over 145 MU, showcasing effective renewable integration during peak hours. Northern Region Maintains Record Peak of 81.6 GW with Zero Deficit 8Northern Region met its all-time evening peak demand of 81,570 MW without incurring any shortfall. Punjab, UP, and Rajasthan topped the demand charts, while Delhi’s gas-based generators clocked consistent output despite no hydel support. Cross-border and RTM transactions smoothed out variability. North East Achieves Grid Balancing at Low Load with Minimal UI 8With a modest total demand of 3,767 MW, the North Eastern Region ran a no-deficit day backed by robust hydropower generation. States like Assam and Meghalaya kept frequency and demand in sync, despite solar and wind making only a marginal dent. Click on Details for moreDetails
TGNPDCL scales up substation solarization with uniform BOMT rollout 8Each tender mandates full turnkey EPC delivery and 5-year O&M for substation-level solar PV integration, indicating a system-wide effort to decentralize clean energy across Telangana’s rural nodes 8The Nallgonda and Nerella projects stand out for their scale, being the largest among the 7, suggesting strategic selection of high-demand or surplus injection substations for solar grounding 8A uniform completion window from agreement date imposes significant pressure on bidders to demonstrate execution readiness, especially across geographically dispersed sites.Details
HPX Readies Midnight Tech Overhaul to Fortify Trading Platform 8Hindustan Power Exchange (HPX) will carry out a crucial upgrade to its trading infrastructure on July 29, aiming to enhance cybersecurity and system integrity, with a brief trading disruption in RTM segment during midnight hours. RTM Segment Faces Scheduled Downtime Amid TWS Upgrade Push 8HPX will suspend Real Time Market bidding between 00:00 and 00:30 hrs as it transitions to a more secure trading architecture, compelling users to auto-upgrade their workstations immediately post-deployment. Global Standards Drive HPX’s Platform Revamp for Systemic Resilience 8The exchange asserts that its technological overhaul is aligned with international benchmarks, signaling a move to preempt cyber risks and modernize user experience in energy trading. Click on Details for moreDetails
MoP Defines REIA Criteria: Big Players Only Need Apply 8The Ministry of Power has formalized guidelines for designating Renewable Energy Implementing Agencies (REIAs), setting high financial and licensing thresholds. With net worth more than Rs 500 Cr and a Category-I trading license now mandatory, the framework favors incumbents like SECI, NTPC, and NHPC while discouraging smaller aspirants. CERC Overhauls OTC Power Markets in Draft Amendment 8CERC’s draft amendment to Power Market regulations proposes a significant shift including codified definitions for VPPAs, a Rs 35 Cr net worth bar for OTC platforms, and tighter neutrality requirements. The move signals a maturing OTC regime aiming to balance flexibility with oversight. MERC’s Tariff Review Order Brings Mixed Relief for MSEDCL 8In a partial rollback of its earlier tariff order, MERC allows MSEDCL to defer RPO compliance but also enforces a steep hike in industrial bid rates up by Rs 0.83–0.91/unit. The controversial banking restrictions remain on hold pending High Court ruling, keeping open access generators on edge. Click on Details for moreDetails
Thermal Generation Shortfall Deepens as Southern and Eastern Regions Falter 8NTPC stations in the South and East recorded the steepest generation deficits of -19.98% and -14.39% respectively, pulling down the all-India average to -11.91% under daily program targets. Mundra UMTPP Units Remain Offline Amid Sustained Forced Maintenance Issues 8All five units at Adani’s Mundra Ultra Mega Power Plant continue to be under forced outage since early July, citing turbine and cooling system failures exposing base load stress in Gujarat’s power matrix. Nearly 3.3 GW of Capacity Restored in a Single Day Across 14 States 8Rapid recommissioning of key units at Chandrapur, Yadadri, Ghatampur, and Kathalguri reflects improved turnaround response, though underlying issues like electrical faults and ash handling persist. Over 68 GW Unavailable Across India Due to Outages, Stabilization, and Fuel Constraints 8On 26 July, about 22.6% of monitored capacity nearly 68 GW was offline, driven by 36 GW in thermal outages and 10 GW under fuel or commissioning challenges, raising mid-term generation risks. 100+ Units Remain Grid-Disconnected for Over a Year No Buyers or Fuel in Sight 8Legacy stations in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and J&K such as MIHAN, ESSAR CCPP, and Pampore continue indefinite shutdowns, highlighting structural issues like uneconomical operations and absence of PPAs. Nuclear Output Below Expectations Despite High Availability 8Nuclear plants generated only 62.9% of available capacity on 26 July, with 1.68 GW unavailable and over 540 MW under prolonged maintenance, limiting their peaking potential during thermal outages. Lignite Plants Run at Just 48% Capacity Amid Ash and Boiler Faults 8Plants like Surat Lignite TPS and GIPCL continue to report low utilization and ash-handling issues, keeping net lignite output at 47.83% substantially below coal and hydro levels. Click on Details for moreDetails
Adani Tirora and Anpara C Among Lowest in Days of Coal Stock 8Multiple private-sector plants, including Adani Power Tirora (3 days) and Anpara C TPS (4 days), are running critically low on coal despite having long-term linkages. This raises alarms over logistics gaps and stockpiling strategies during monsoon months. Southern Region Holds Steady as NTPC Vallur and Telangana STPP Maintain Over 40 Days of Coal 8Unlike northern and eastern India where several plants teeter near depletion, southern plants like Vallur and Telangana STPP report stable coal stock nearing 50 days a reflection of proactive coastal sourcing and efficient materialization. Over 20 Plants Show less than 10 Days Stock but Stay Out of Critical List Why? 8Despite sub-10-day inventories at plants like Akaltara, Tamnar, and GMR Warora, CEA does not tag them as “critical” due to daily replenishment or upcoming planned shutdowns. This discretionary classification raises questions on actual supply resilience. Click on Details for moreDetails
Sharp Divergence in MCPs as DAM Holds While RTM and GDAM Soften 8Despite heavy volume in DAM, market clearing prices in RTM and GDAM trended lower during solar-rich hours, reflecting real-time supply pressures and softer procurement sentiment. HPDAM Stalls with Zero Clearance Despite Surging Sell Bids 8The HPDAM market remained inactive with no matching bids cleared, even as sell bids peaked above 5500 MW signaling a persistent mismatch in buyer appetite for green power. RTM Sees Night-Time Price Spikes, Peaking at Rs 6924/MWh 8As the sun set on 28 July, the RTM saw a dramatic surge in prices between 8–10 PM, highlighting tight evening margins and weak balancing reserves despite high sell-side liquidity. GDAM Solar Saturation Crushes Prices to Sub-Rs 1000 Levels in AM Blocks 8Solar-heavy blocks in GDAM recorded MCPs as low as Rs 999.77/MWh, indicating oversupply and low buyer response during early hours of 28 July, pressuring weighted MCPs overall. Click on Details for moreDetails
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Rooftop solar rollout in island districts sees deadline pushed to end-July 8Bid submission extended to 29 July for 3450 kW rooftop solar project under NTPC subsidiary; geography and logistics hint at complexity, but bid momentum continues 8Bidders must factor a 5% Project Management Consultancy charge to NVVN within quoted price, including upfront success fee and deductions at every RA bill stage.Details
Slight capacity jump in Kamareddy solar bid may mask scope repetition 8The 0.8MW ground-mounted solar PV tender at Gandhari matches the earlier Puduru tender in every detail, barring a minor capacity hike. Even the warranty, O&M duration, and BOMT structure are untouched, raising questions on true project differentiation. 8The Peddagopathi solar plant tender replicates Puduru’s 0.75MW BOMT model but adds 0.05MW capacity. The rest right down to bidder norms and remote monitoring clause—remains a carbon copy, indicating a templated rollout strategy. 8At 0.6MW, the Basara project is the smallest of the batch, but all technical deliverables, from RMS to 5-year O&M and 11kV evacuation readiness, mirror those in the larger Puduru tender, showing size isn’t driving design changes.Details
Multiple bid extensions signal pressure on large 400 KV switchyard EPC 8With the final deadline now pushed to 1 August 2025, this 400 kV AIS switchyard package for a 3x800 MW thermal project continues to face scheduling pressure. The repeat deferrals suggest bidder hesitancy or alignment issues in scope or pricing. 8The project includes engineering, erection, testing and commissioning of a full-fledged 400 kV AIS yard with bus reactor, SAS, and AC auxiliary infra. Notably, the system design follows the high-availability one-and-a-half breaker layout, suited for large STPP evacuation.Details
South and east zone rooftop bids open under new saturation scheme 8Two concurrent tenders invite 1555 kW and 3276 kW rooftop solar deployment across 10 states. 8Unlike earlier rounds, bidders must now aggregate rooftops building-wise and enter discrete PPAs, posing scale and coordination challenges. 8For both tenders, SPD is responsible for rooftop identification, engineering survey, and final feasibility before signing building-level PPAs—marking a shift from centrally facilitated lists seen in past MNRE rounds. 8In a notable financial shift, both tenders explicitly deny central government financial assistance—even under PM Surya Ghar—pushing developers to rely solely on tariff revenues and fiscal incentives like depreciation.Details
Full suite legal services tendered for Rs. 678 crore renewable financing 8The lender is seeking expert counsel to draft and vet all financing and security instruments, from mortgage deeds to inter-creditor agreements. The scope covers enforceability under Indian law and interface with foreign counsel, if required. 8A state-backed financier has issued a project-specific RFP for legal support on a hybrid solar-wind project in Gujarat. The assignment involves detailed documentation, multi-site title due diligence, and oversight of complex security structuring. 8Only eight top-tier law firms have been invited to bid, reinforcing the exclusive nature of the transaction. The selection is limited to those empaneled under Category A, with strict conflict-of-interest and performance liability clauses.Details
For reference purposes the website carries here the following tenders: 8Tender for supply including design and engineering, installation, testing and final commissioning of 145 kV XLPE copper and aluminium power cables Details 8Tender for protection audit of 132 kV transmission substations Details 8Tender for construction of 33 kV sub station Details 8Tender for civil works regarding 132 kV line bay at 220 kV sub station Details 8Tender for construction of 220 kV DC line on ACSR Zebra conductor Details 8Tender for construction of SAS based 2x40MVA, 132kV substation Details 8Tender for underground portion of 132 kV DC line Details 8Tender for construction of over head portion of 132 KV DC transmission line Details 8Tender for running / preventive breakdown maintenance of air conditioning systems, breakdown maintenance of water cooler work Details 8Tender for providing water pumping treatment and distribution (water filter feed pumping system, storm water pumps, filtration equipment, dosing and disinfection system Details 8Tender for award of contract for system strengthening works for survey, installation, testing and commissioning of new 3.15 MVA / 5 MVA / 8 MVA 33/11kV substation Details 8Tender for procurement of spares of 5.5 KW eddy current clutch assembly (dynodirve) for gravimetric coal feeders Details 8Tender for comprehensive maintenance work of transformer Details 8Tender for supply of 11 kV transformer structure materials Details 8Tender for setting up solar power plants (4x300 MW) for solar power park (1200 MW) Details 8Tender for ceramic coating on spiral casing and draft tube cone of 2 units Details 8Tender for repair and maintenance of miscellaneous sheeting work Details 8Tender for running maintenance works of water supply and sanitation system Details 8Tender for construction of RC bridge for ASW pipeline Details 8Tender for rate contract for civil works Details 8Tender for replacement of damaged AB cable Details 8Tender for supply of pipe intermediate support for cooling water pump Details 8Tender for reconditioning of released hydraulic luffing cylinder Details 8Tender for supply of coating material and application of the same in spiral casing, stay rings & stay vanes of turbine Units Details 8Tender for supply of spares for primary & secondary cooling water pumps Details 8Tender for HT/LT/TC erection and maintenance work Details 8Tender for providing, fixing & replacing of damaged drainage pipeline Details 8Tender for bi- annual rate contract for restoration of various 66kV class transmission lines Details 8Design, supply, installation, commission and maintenance of solar PV system Details 8Tender for rate contract for work of O/H, lifting shifting of various sizes of LT motors Details 8Tender for work for stub strengthening and providing anti-climbing device and danger plates of various 66kV lines Details 8Tender for work of in-situ metallography of tubes / pipes, headers, blades etc Details 8Design, supply, installation, commission and maintenance of solar PV system for 5 years as a rooftop Details 8Tender for work for replacement of breaker/ CT/ PT/ ISO/ LA/ 11kV panel/ charger/ LT panel of various Details 8Tender for refurbishment of 11 kV hydro thermal overhead line Details 8Tender for job works for attending misc. carpentry, mason & plumbing Details 8Tender for supply and installation of fired type wedge connectors including dismantling of existing bolted type clamp connectors of 220 kV switchyard Details 8Tender for supply of various types of lighting materials Details 8Tender for operation and maintenance of 0.5 MLD capacity soil bio technology type STP Details 8for supply & application of fire retardant cable insulating coating for cable fire protection Details 8Tender for supply of IBR approved high pressure gate valve Details 8Tender for supply of SS-304 wire mesh for the boiler Details 8Tender for repair, maintenance, and installation of plant/ systems Details 8Tender for supply and delivery of LT distribution junction box Details 8Tender for annual and capital maintenance for 3 x 77 MW hydro generating units Details 8Tender for construction of bridge Details 8Tender for supply and installation of solar street lighting system Details 8Tender for work of dog to panther conversion of DC tower line Details 8Tender for Bi-ARC for the emergency restoration of power of 66kV, 132kV & 220kV transmission line Details 8Tender for job contract for horticulture maintenance work Details 8Tender for work of anti-corrosive epoxy painting on various pipelines, tanks & structures etc. Details 8Tender for switchyard erection work for 400/220 kV substation Details 8Tender for supply and retro fitment of 245 kV isolators at various Details 8Tender for extension of existing pond including land acquisition & infra works Details 8Tender for work of replacement of old existing 0.4 deer ACSR conductor Details 8Tender for procurement of LT XLPE armoured cable of size 4CX50 sq mm Details 8Tender for procurement of steel materials Details 8Tender for work of G.I. chain fencing around substation, water tank Details 8Tender for radiography and other NDT works for all the three units Details 8Tender for erection work of 250NB MS black ERW pipeline Details 8Tender for complete machining and superfinishing of twisted profile blades Details 8Tender for supply of 33kV polymer composite pin insulators. Details 8Tender for purchase of HT cable straight jointing kit. Details 8Tender for contract for ash brick production, operation of ash brick plant Details 8Tender for execution of various civil work at booster pump house Details 8Tender for requirement of SS braided hose pipe Details 8Tender for re routing of 11 kV cross line Details 8Tender for construction of power cable and control cable trench at 110kV SS Details 8Tender for manufacturing and machining of rider rings and their shrink fitting on old spiders and drilling new holes Details 8Tender for supply of various chemicals Details 8Tender for ARC for erection and maintenance of HT, LT & TC Details 8Tender for enlistment of vendors and fixing of rate contract for manufacturing, testing, supply and delivery of GI stay set-HT/LT and GI earth spike Details 8Tender for evacuation of settled ash, silt etc. Details 8Tender for construction of WBM road at top and bottom peripheral of Ash pond Details 8Tender for biennial maintenance contract for maintenance and servicing of PA system Details 8Tender for supply, erection, testing & commissioning of 66kV line Details 8Tender for construction of control room foundations, cable trench Details 8Tender for work of augmentation by addition of 1 x 50 MVA, 132/33kV power transformer at 132kV S/stn Details 8Tender for augmentation of substation by replacement of 1X25 MVA 220/33kV T/F by 1X50 MVA 220/33kV T/F Details You can also click on Tenders for more For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips: 8Maharashtra CM directs committee to assess solar energy use in textile sector Details 8Bluebird Solar to boost solar panel output to 2.5 GW by october Details 8With 55.3% profit surge, Premier Energies eyes 10 GW solar buildout Details 8Market Coupling explained: A game changer for electricity trading – Why investors should pay attention Details 8Global coal demand to remain unchanged through 2026 as demand in India and China slows Details 8India crossed coal production target of 1 billion tonnes in a year for the first time ever Details 8L&T to build India’s largest green hydrogen plant Details 8Airtel data centre arm expands green energy push Details 8NTPC's Green energy arm inks pact for renewable power and battery storage projects In Bihar Details 8Odisha approves 178 MW solar and wind projects worth 870 crore to boost green energy capacity Details 8Nxtra by Airtel expands renewable power partnership with AMPIN Details 8Serentica Renewables, Sany Renewable to power 336MW project in Karnataka Details 8India's Odisha state greenlights 178 MW of wind, solar projects Details 8JSA, Anagram, TT&A act on USD244m IndiGrid asset purchase Details 8Anil Ambani's Reliance Group charts next phase of growth with focus on defence renewables Details 8Hydropower versus the solar surge: Is J&K’s new hydel investment push really viable Details 8India commissions first private test facility for depleted heavy water upgradation Details 8India tests first hydrogen train coach, boosts green rail push Details 8UP reeling under power cuts in humid and humid weather Details 8Hydrogen skepticism besets steelmaking sector Details 8NLC India explores overseas rare earth sourcing Details 8New cooperative policy centralises power and snatches rights of State governments, says Samyukt Kisan Morcha Details You can also click onNewsclips for moreDetails
Major 220KV reconductoring project to adopt HTLS across four corridors 8A state transmission utility has floated a high-value turnkey tender for replacing ACSR Zebra with 1200A HTLS conductors across four 220kV lines totaling over 135 CKM. The move signals a capacity push without structural overhauls. 8Existing 70kN and 120kN insulators will be retained where feasible, but only after contractor-led inspection and utility concurrence. Replacements, if needed, will be provided by the owner.Details
Limited bidders qualify for early-stage nuclear groundwork job 8A civil works tender for a 2x700 MW nuclear project saw only 5 of 19 major infra players clear the technical round. The contract includes deep excavation, soil investigations, and grouting—key foundations for reactor building. 8With over 70% of bidders disqualified, the trend reflects NPCIL's stricter vetting approach. Many disqualified bids failed due to poorly structured similar work credentials or misaligned educational qualifications of technical staff.Details
L&T, Tata Projects and MEIL in fray for large nuclear cooling EPC 8Technical bids are opened for a major EPC tender covering four NDCTs and cooling water systems. With Rs. 38 crore EMD, the bid has drawn only top-tier players—L&T, MEIL, and Tata Projects. 8With cooling water infrastructure in focus, three of India’s largest engineering firms are vying for a critical part of a greenfield nuclear project. Technical bids have been accepted.Details
MPERC's directive highlights need for swift compliance in power sector 8The Commission's firm timeline for document exchange in Heidelberg's case underscores the criticality of swift compliance in maintaining regulatory order in the power sector. Tariff fixed at Rs. 3.45 per kWh for rural solar projects in Himachal Pradesh 8HPERC establishes a clear tariff structure for rural solar projects, potentially impacting project viability and investment decisions in the region. Strategic shift: Himachal solar project PPA mandates subsidy adjustments 8The recently approved PPA for Sant Solar Farm includes clauses for subsidy adjustments, reflecting a strategic shift towards leveraging financial assistance in solar projects. Stakeholders must consider this when planning project finances. Rs. 21.46 crore investment to reshape Vapi-II’s power transmission landscape 8Mumbai Urja Maru's proposed investment in Vapi-II reflects strategic efforts to modernize power transmission systems. The project's approval could set a precedent for future infrastructure endeavors. Click on Details for moreDetails
L1 bidder edges out 47 others in tightly fought CSP transformer package 8A Jaipur-based supplier clinched the order with a narrow margin, beating legacy players and smaller manufacturers alike in a commoditized procurement round. 8An exceptionally low L1 quote of Rs. 64,100 for 16 KVA CSP transformers by a known player may push cost expectations lower across upcoming DISCOM tenders. Over 45 vendors competed for this package from a northern state utility. 8A Rs. 2,000 difference between L1 and L2 highlights tight margins, with vendors competing on scale and cost efficiency more than brand or quality differentiation.Details
UCHPINDA Emerges as Coal Stock Outlier with 102 Days Buffer 8Chhattisgarh’s Uchpinda TPP stands out in the latest CEA report with a coal stock cushion of over 100 days, dwarfing the national average of 22 days. Western Coal Giants in Jeopardy as 8 Plants Below 10-Day Buffer 8Plants like Korba STPS, Pathadi, and Binjkote have dangerously low coal stocks, with reserves lasting less than a week, exposing major pockets of fragility in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra. Imports Still Negligible Despite Regional Stress 8Across India, even plants facing low stocks have refrained from significant imports reflecting continued dependency on domestic coal and constrained import appetite.IEX Q1 Profit Jumps 25% as REC and Gas Trades Soar, Power Prices Eas Click on Details for moreDetails
IEX Posts 25% PAT Surge in Q1 FY’26 Amid Demand-Side Challenges 8Despite muted national electricity consumption, IEX clocked a 25.2% YoY rise in consolidated PAT to Rs 120.7 Cr on the back of higher volumes and REC trading. Record REC & Gas Trade Volumes Boost Exchange Activity 8With REC trading up 149% YoY and IGX gas volumes surging 109%, the exchange expanded its non-power market share and diversified revenue lines. Power Prices Drop as Liquidity Rises; Day Ahead Market Dips 16% 8Competitive supply from coal, hydro and wind, backed by government measures, cooled power prices even as summer demand fell short of forecasts. Click on Details for moreDetails
NHPC tunnel spillway conversion: Price tension visible between L1 and L2 8The cost delta between first and second bids in this hydropower project tender in India suggests price convergence and bidder familiarity with risk variables. Project complexity includes interfacing old diversion tunnels with new civil structures. 8The L1 bid from a known tunnelling specialist beat L2 by 5.3% and L3 by over 22%, pointing to either lower contingencies or higher internal synergies in HM-tunnel integrated works typical of high-stakes hydropower project tenders in India 8The civil and HM modification of a diversion tunnel into a spillway at a 510 MW hydropower station has been awarded to the L1 bidder at Rs. 2,399 crore, just 5.6% below the L2 bid indicating high bidder confidence and aggressive pricing in complex hydropower project tenders in India.Details
JSW Steel and Grasim Seek Expansion Approvals in High-Stakes Industrial Round 8Large-scale expansion proposals from JSW Steel, Grasim Industries, and UltraTech dominate the EAC’s August agenda, highlighting the steel and cement sector’s post-COVID growth push amid tightening environmental scrutiny. EAC Signals Tougher Stand on EC Validity Extensions and Compliance Defaults 8Projects requesting Environmental Clearance (EC) extensions or amendments like those from UPL and Adani Wilmar face increased scrutiny on compliance status, greenbelt implementation, and CSR fulfilment. Multiple Units in Critically Polluted Zones Trigger Reappraisal Demands 8Units located in CEPI-identified zones such as Vapi, Jharsuguda, and Raigarh must now submit detailed baseline monitoring data, updated EC validity status, and proof of pollution mitigation showing a shift in EAC’s site-specific focus. Click on Details for moreDetails
Thermal Outages Cross 5 GW Mark Amid Boiler and Tube Failures 8Over 20 thermal units including key capacities at Suratgarh, Ropar, and Chandrapur suffered forced outages due to boiler, turbine control, and economiser failures, pushing grid vulnerability upward in multiple regions. NTPC, Adani, and State Gencos Grapple with Draft and Condenser Issues 8Draft abnormalities, condenser vacuum issues, and fan-related faults hit mega units at Sipat, Mundra, and Raipur, underlining persistent O&M fragilities across both private and public plants. 24 Units Recommissioned But Forced Shutdowns Outpace Recoveries 8Despite the return of major capacities like Mauda, Auraiya, and Farakka, newly reported outages, especially at Ratnagiri and Lakwa, outstripped revivals maintaining net outage levels above 5 GW. Gas-Based Generation Suffers Dual Shock of Low Schedule and Fuel Curtailments 8Multiple gas units at Kawas, Gandhar, and Dadri went offline due to reserve shutdowns and damper faults, with utilization dipping below 47% across India’s gas fleet raising alarm on grid flexibility. CEA Flags 22.6% Outage in Thermal Fleet; Coal Segment Bears Maximum Hit 8Total thermal outages touched 54.8 GW 22.6% of the monitored capacity with coal-fired units alone accounting for over 41 GW. Diesel and lignite fared slightly better in relative terms. Generation Lags Behind Targets Across All Fuel Categories Except Gas 8CEA’s daily generation tracking reveals shortfalls across coal, lignite, nuclear, and hydro, with coal missing targets by over 500 MUs on a monthly basis suggesting rising stress on base-load reliability. Nuclear Availability Dips to 60.6%, Hydro Operations Near 79% Amid Monsoon Variability 8Hydro availability improved marginally to 79.01%, but nuclear generation remained underutilized at 60.6% capacity output, partly driven by maintenance and low availability of synchronised reactors. Click on Details for moreDetails
India’s Power Markets See Divergence: DAM and RTM Surge While HPDAM Goes Dark 8Day-ahead and real-time market volumes surged sharply on July 27, led by aggressive buy-side bidding in RTM. But HPDAM saw a complete buyer boycott, exposing the fragility of a fragmented market design. RTM Soars with Volumes Exceeding 204 GWh Amid Peak Price Spikes 8High intra-day flexibility demand pushed Real-Time Market volumes to 204.6 GWh with MCPs touching Rs 5,121/MWh in evening slots, indicating tight margins for DISCOMs and peaking generators alike. Day-Ahead Market Sees Midday Price Collapse; MCP Dips to Rs 100/MWh 8From a morning average of Rs 3,000/MWh, prices in the DAM plummeted to Rs 100/MWh during solar hours, reflecting oversupply and solar cannibalization even as scheduled volumes remained robust at 95.6 GWh. HPDAM Registers Zero Transactions for Fourth Time in a Month 8Despite a sell bid of over 105 GWh, the Hydro-Peak segment recorded zero purchase bids once again highlighting structural disinterest from buyers due to tariff risk, inflexibility, and scheduling penalties. GDAM Volumes Stable, But Weighted MCPs Drift Lower to ?1,071/MWh 8Green DAM trading remained steady, driven by solar sell bids, but Weighted MCPs declined under increased midday supply and limited demand raising concerns on long-term price viability for renewables. Click on Details for moreDetails
Coastal BOP project scopes electric boiler for steam generation 8In place of conventional steam sources, the thermal power plant tenders India package calls for electric boiler integration to support downstream carbon utilization—potentially a first in CCU-linked BOP packages at Indian thermal sites. 8The cooling infrastructure includes modular towers and pumps configured for heat rejection across ethanol and urea CCU units. Performance experience and proveness clauses apply to vendors 8The mechanical design spans pressurized CO2 handling and delivery at defined pressure temperature bands highlighting interface-sensitive execution challenges.Details
Extended deadline pushes 50 MW solar EPC bid window into late August 8After three rounds of deadline extensions, the last date for bid submission is now 26 August 2025. This may indicate deeper bidder-side clarifications or internal scope recalibrations for this turnkey solar project in Jharkhand. 8A state utility's 50 MW solar PV EPC tender includes staggered operational acceptance test provisions with structured penalties and refunds. Bank guarantees for module performance now stretch up to 25 years, introducing long-term liability nuances for bidders.Details
Adani and NTPC Lead Mega Thermal Expansions Before EAC 8Day 2 of the EAC meeting sees heavyweight proposals from Adani Power and NTPC for ultra supercritical projects in Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, and Odisha signaling sustained private-public momentum in thermal infrastructure. Legacy Ash, CRZ Clearances, and FGD Norms Put Under Regulatory Microscope 8Projects seeking Environmental Clearance (EC) or amendments must now present granular data on ash pond lifecycles, flue gas desulphurization (FGD) status, and coastal regulation zone (CRZ) demarcations tightening compliance to MoEF&CC’s July 2025 directives. Thermal Projects Face Stringent Pre-Appraisal Requirements 8EAC mandates exhaustive documentation including .kml shape files, EIA/EMP reports, certified compliance histories, and affidavits on litigation and R&R status as prerequisites for project consideration. Click on Details for moreDetails
It is easy to get month-old import data but it is difficult to solicit forthcoming shipment information in India. We go through a laborious process of data collection to get you full import information, including company-wise, quantity-wise, port-wise, vessel-wise cargoes which are coming into India in the next 15-to30 days. Get the daily updates for : 8LNG 8Crude 8Chemicals 8Fertilizers 8Coal and Coke 8LPG 8Ammonia 8All tankers 8Bulk and Dry cargo Click on Reports for more.Details
11 KV underground cabling planned across dense urban feeders 8Loss-prone clusters in east Ludhiana will see extensive cabling interventions, including new RMUs and feeder bifurcations. The works will be executed on a full-turnkey basis under central funding. 8Urban reliability will get a boost as SCADA-ready RMUs are specified for feeder management. Only approved vendors with prior field-proven gear are allowed. 8The Ludhiana West package has received identical bid extensions as the East package, with final submission now due by 3 PM on 31 July 2025.Details
Preparatory geotechnical tender launched for site in Andhra Pradesh 8A central generating utility has invited bids for initial-stage soil and groundwater investigations at a greenfield site in coastal Andhra. This is the first of four planned phases leading to site development. 8The contract covers physical borehole drilling, sampling, and standard penetration testing, along with laboratory assessments for soil strength and classification — structured under deliverable-based billing. 8The field investigation scope includes mandatory groundwater mapping and optional geophysical profiling, allowing early-stage hydro-geotechnical inputs for engineering design teams. 8A key deliverable is the preliminary assessment of subsoil bearing capacity, forming the engineering baseline for foundation system design — a critical step toward structural detailing.Details
For reference purposes the website carries here the following tenders: 8Tender for work contract for complete electrification Details 8Tender for construction of 132 kV GSS Details 8Tender for procurement of numerical relay with retrofitting, testing and commissioning Details 8Tender for procurement of spares of ACW and fire fighting pump Details 8Tender for procurement of nitrile rubber cords and static seal for routine and annual maintenance Details 8Tender for yard strengthining work Details 8Tender for maintenance contract for 220/132 kV EHV lines Details 8Tender for procurement of high pressure globe valves for boiler Details 8Tender for work contract for complete dismantling of 33 kV switchyard Details 8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning of 10 HP DC & 7.5 HP DC solar water pumping system Details 8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning of total 125 KW grid connected solar PV power plant Details 8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning of total 150 KW grid connected solar PV power plant Details 8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning of total 20 KW grid connected solar PV power plant Details 8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning of total 87 KW grid connected solar PV power plant Details 8Tender for supply, retrofitting, testing and commissioning of new fast acting brushless excitation system Details 8Tender for civil works for construction of control room Details 8Tender for ground leveling and other miscellaneous work at 5MW solar plant Details 8Tender for rate contract for supply of hydraulic hose line. Details 8Tender for providing and fixing of false ceiling work Details 8Tender for repair and HP-HVOF coating of 3X100 MW francis hydro-turbine Details 8Tender for providing and fixing interlocking tiles and premix carpeting Details 8Design, supply, erection, and commissioning of 45M high mast Details 8Tender for balance of plant (BOP) package Details 8Tender for dismantling of 3 by 110 MVAR single phase 765 kV line reactor Details 8Tender for painting work of structure and equipment installed in 132 kV switchyard Details 8Tender for construction of PCC and metal spreading work of 132 kV side 50 MVA transformer Details 8Tender for fixing and replacement of old and damaged GCI sheet, providing of false ceiling along with electrical wiring Details 8Tender for painting of rusted tower structure at tower Details 8Tender for providing protection wall around tower Details 8Tender for supply of materials Details 8Tender for providing RCC protection wall around tower Details 8Tender for construction of 132 kV single circuit transmission line on double circuit towers Details 8Tender for supply of M.S forged LT pin and hardware fittings Details 8Tender for award for loading and unloading of store material Details 8Tender for requirement of hydraulic spares and hydraulic motors for various Details 8Tender for annual work contract for the work of condition monitoring and vibration analysis Details 8Tender for repair of roofs against leakages Details 8Tender for annual contract for routine breakdown and capital maintenance work of air pre heater Details 8Tender for procurement of spare parts for air blowers Details 8Tender for procurement of spare for air dryers installed Details 8Tender for work of replacement of different types Details 8Tender for work of replacement of different types of cable Details 8Tender for supply of various type of battery chargers and DCDB for various Details 8Tender for procurement of GPS clocks along with accessories at various 220 kV substation Details 8Tender for supply and installation of distance protection relay at various 220/132 kV substation Details 8Tender for carry out protection audit of 132 kV transmission substation Details 8Tender for supply , erection and stringing work on 132 kV line Details 8Tender for routine work and breakdown maintenance work of dual belt gravimetric raw coal feeder Details 8Tender for supply of PAC Details 8Tender for overhauling of 6.6kV HT motors of 200 MW units Details 8Tender for work of operation and maintenance of CAC plant and other air conditioning system Details 8Tender for work of repair and maintance of various Details 8Tender for supply of straight Arc welded and concentric seamless coal pipe Details 8Tender for const. of 1 No. addl. 100 MVA 220/132 kV T/F Details 8Tender for augmentation of 66kV S/station Details 8Tender for creation of 220 kV GIS line bays at 220 kV substation Details 8Tender for construction of 220kV GIS substation Details 8Tender for AMC for isokinetic coal sample collection Details 8Tender for supply of T &P to newly commissioned 220/33kV 132/ 22kV substation Details 8Tender for annual maintenance contract (AMC) for the work of uprooting of grass, shrubs, plants Details 8Tender for enhancement of transformation of capacity of substation Details 8Tender for annual maintenance contract for carrying out emergency work and attending breakdownfor various 400kV lines Details 8Tender for supply of equipments/ material, erection, testing and commissioning for the work of augmentation by providing additional 1 x 50 MVA, 132/110/33 kV T/F Details 8Tender for work of health assessment of grounding system and soil resistivity measurement (earthing audit) at various EHV sub-stations Details 8Tender for biennial rate contract for attending emergency breakdown works & planned maintenance work at various 220/132kV EHV sub-stations Details You can also click onTenders for more For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips: 8L&T Semiconductors eyes global play with Fujitsu General’s deal, sharp focus on IP and automotive Details 8Himachal power board MD accuses finance director of engaging in matters outside his domain Details 8JK Srivastava group and hynfra collaborate to launch $4 billion green hydrogen and ammonia project in Andhra Pradesh Details 8MNRE to launch utility-led solar program for houses without suitable rooftop space: Minister Pralhad Joshi Details 8India to forge own path in global energy transition: Senior UN climate official Details 8India partners with CIS Nations for clean energy and security Details 8PLI Scheme for solar PV modules attracts 48,120 Cr investment, generates 38,500 Jobs Details 8ACME Solar signs pact with NHPC for 275 MW battery storage projects in Andhra Pradesh Details 8Power Grid boosts electricity infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh border districts Details 8Green Energy installations surge Details 8What’s fueling reliance power’s growth strategic drivers explained Details 8Sarangi hails wind energy role Details 8Odisha clears Rs 870 crore for four renewable energy projects totalling 178 MW capacity Details 8Icra Projects India’s Q1 GDP Growth At 6.1–6.5% Details 8Low-cost finance, private sector role key to nuclear projects: PK Mishra Details 8EV Charging station setup cost in India (2025), how to start EV charge station in India Details 8No excuse for lapses: Yogi warns power dept officials Details You can also click onNewsclips for moreDetails
Over Rs. 119 crore EHV line package sees revised schedule, spotlight on AL-59 conductor usage 8A 135 km line network using AL-59 Zebra-equivalent conductor is to be executed on turnkey mode. The technical choice of conductor hints at thermal performance and line loss optimization priorities key concerns in transmission equipment tenders in India. 8The specification of AL-59 Zebra-equivalent conductor across 80 km marks a noticeable material pivot. It offers higher current capacity and better corrosion resistance, aligning with evolving material trends in transmission equipment tenders in India. 8Despite early pre-bid meetings, all design and layout approvals rest with the contractor post-award highlighting the critical role of in-house engineering in transmission equipment tenders in India where turnkey flexibility is paramount. 8Use of AL-59 in hilly and high-humidity corridors suggests targeted deployment strategies often seen in regional transmission equipment tenders in India focused on efficiency and resilience. 8The revised execution timeline may test vendor readiness amid increased complexity and customization, a recurring theme in high-value transmission equipment tenders in India.Details
Bid extensions hint at complexity in ash system package 8Four deadline extensions pushing submission from 27 June to 30 July suggest bidders are grappling with detailed technical specs or evolving client requirements in the ash handling EPC tender for a large supercritical project adding to the ongoing thermal power plant updates in India. 8The scope covers dry fly ash collection from ESPs and wet bottom ash extraction with mechanized transport systems. System redundancy, real-time monitoring, and zero-discharge compliance are key design expectations seen increasingly in thermal power plant updates in India. 8Beyond silo loading and unloading, the package calls for optimized truck dispatch, surge handling, and ash moistening equipment reflecting a growing trend in thermal power plant updates in India toward improving ash reuse and transport logistics. 8With mounting environmental scrutiny, the EPC specs demand water recovery, leak-proof handling, and dust suppression systems to align with zero liquid discharge norms a hallmark of modern thermal power plant updates in India. 8This complex ash handling scope indicates how thermal power plant updates in India are evolving to prioritize not just compliance, but real-time operational resilience and sustainability.Details
46-way contest heats up for low-voltage distribution supply 8An unusually high number of technically admitted bidders point to sharp price competition for a compact CSP transformer package under one of India's largest DISCOMs. 8All 46 firms have passed the pre-qualification and technical screening, underscoring the growing number of compliant suppliers capable of meeting current efficiency mandates. 8With 16 kVA capacity and CSP specs, this package is clearly tailored for last-mile LT networks suggesting ongoing state-level push toward rural grid upgrades. 8The flood of technically accepted vendors for a 16 kVA package may reflect underutilized transformer manufacturing capacity among SMEs post-COVID slowdown.Details
Massive lignite revival and greenfield plan bundled under single Rajasthan tender 8An unusual hybrid procurement clubs a 1100 MW greenfield lignite thermal project with the revival of a defunct 2x125 MW lignite station. The move marks a strategic pivot by the state utility to leverage legacy assets while securing long-term power via DBFOO. 8From its original 9 July deadline, the tender saw three successive extensions first to 23 July, then 12 August, and now to 28 August. The repeated postponements may hint at market hesitation or clarifications under review. 8Engineering bidders will need to deal with legacy equipment of the Giral plant while simultaneously executing a 1100 MW greenfield lignite facility. The dual nature of the scope may limit participation to players with diverse EPC and O&M capability.Details
Four-line reconductoring project targets over 135 CKM of HTLS upgrade 8A large eastern utility plans to replace ACSR Zebra with 1200A-rated HTLS across 135+ CKM on four 220 kV transmission corridors. The project is scoped as turnkey and demands tension stringing and full route profiling. 8Each HTLS circuit must be strung during narrow daily shutdown windows while the adjacent circuit remains energized. This constraint calls for seasoned EPC teams with strong live-line and safety track records. 8Despite a project value nearing Rs. 105 crore, bid security is fixed at just over Rs. 2 crore a notable shift from earlier tenders. This could open the door to wider competition but raises counterparty risk concerns.Details
Land acquisition woes stall Uttarakhand’s ambitious solar plans 8Developers face uphill battle with land procurement, impacting solar project timelines. UERC’s decisions crucial for future investments. JSERC approves Rs. 1,500 Cr. for SAIL-Bokaro's additional capitalization 8This approval marks a strategic expansion for SAIL-Bokaro, enhancing their infrastructure footprint and operational capacity within Jharkhand's power sector. Tribunal ruling solidifies GST compensation norms for solar projects 8The dismissal of the Telangana DISCOMs’ appeal affirms established compensatory practices, vital for sustaining investment momentum in solar energy. Click on Details for moreDetails