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Aug 2025

Consultancy call for two-year regulatory battle plan
8RVUNL seeks long-haul consultancy to prepare and defend multi-year tariff and ARR petitions before RERC. The scope spans coal, gas, and hydel assets, with embedded financial and technical advisory roles. Bidders must deploy both technical and financial experts in Jaipur full-time, signalling RVUNL’s push for on-site control in high-stakes tariff filings. Only consultants with three recent tariff-related orders in Indian generation or transmission will qualify, sidelining generic advisory firms from the race. Details
NHAI Diversions Delay Grid Works Across Southern States
8Shutdown approvals for key transmission lines like Srikakulam–Vemagiri and Khammam–Kalapaka face repeated deferrals due to poor coordination, RoW issues, and rain, with SRPC urging stricter compliance with CEA protocols.
Generators Blme DSM Losses on SCED Inconsistencies and Market Punching
8NTPC, NTPL and JSW raise serious concerns over DSM penalties from under-requisitioning by states and SCED underutilization, urging regulatory intervention to ensure minimum schedule commitment from beneficiaries.
Grid Stability Threatened by Inadequate Reactive Power & AGC Compliance
8Poor MVAR absorption, AGC non-compliance, and flawed SPS response from key players like NLCIL, NTPC, and JSW threaten frequency control and regional reliability, forcing SRPC to demand urgent technical course corrections.
Gazuwaka HVDC to be Refurbished Amid Strategic Push for Grid Flexibility
8NLDC recommends full-scale upgrade of Gazuwaka B2B HVDC system, citing its critical role in RE variability mitigation and ER–SR congestion relief; staggered refurbishment and AC backup routes proposed.
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IEX Proposes Peak DAM and RTM to CERC for Approval
8Indian Energy Exchange has filed a petition with CERC to introduce Peak Day Ahead Market and Peak Real Time Market mechanisms, aiming to cater to high-demand time blocks with more granular price discovery.
Stakeholders Called to Comment by September 3
8CERC has directed IEX to publicly disclose the petition and seek feedback from all stakeholders and the public. Responses are invited both by post and email before the deadline.
New Markets Could Reshape Intraday Power Trading
8If approved, Peak DAM and RTM will offer participants more flexibility to hedge peak demand risk paving the way for smarter grid and renewable integration strategies.
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Deadline slippage in Ladakh hybrid project suggests cautious participation
8Multiple extensions for a 7MW PV+9MWh BESS project one of the most challenging renewable projects in India could indicate careful due diligence by prospective bidders, given the integration and storage requirements
8The latest corrigendum pushes bid submission for this high-altitude solar plus battery project, underscoring how renewable projects in India often demand intensive pre-bid clarifications and custom design solutions.
8Multiple date shifts point to bidders fine-tuning technical and commercial proposals for a 7MW hybrid plant, a hallmark of complex renewable projects in India operating in extreme environments.
8In such terrain, renewable projects in India require higher precision, risk planning, and robust engineering to meet both performance and regulatory expectations. Details
Technical bid stage opens for 1,000 MW emission retrofit balance works
8With bids now in for the final leg of FGD erection and commissioning at a major western India thermal plant, Thermal power plant updates in India point to heightened focus on how execution timelines and trial run support will be managed for regulatory compliance. Raj Enterprises and Jyoti Turbo Power Services have entered the fray to complete Unit2 and common system works under a time-sensitive emission control mandate.
8The scope demands seamless coordination across material handling, erection, commissioning, and trial operations leaving little room for missteps in a live brownfield environment. As part of the latest Thermal power plant updates in India, stakeholders are watching closely to see how contractors navigate space constraints, interface with existing systems, and meet strict pollution norms.
8Industry observers say that these Thermal power plant updates in India underline a critical phase for emission control retrofits, especially in plants nearing their compliance deadlines. Execution success here could set benchmarks for similar projects highlighted in upcoming Thermal power plant updates in India, where retrofit efficiency and minimal downtime remain top priorities. Details
Strategic twin package procurement spans 400kV and 220kV grids
8Two parallel conductor transmission equipment tenders in India aim to standardize composite core HTLS technology across voltage levels.
8The move could streamline specifications and lower lifecycle costs through unified sourcing. The 220kV package mirrors the 400kV scope, extending HTLS technology to sub-EHV networks. This could increase current carrying capacity without heavy tower reinforcement.
8By explicitly calling this a vendor development exercise, the buyer signals ongoing rollouts  a potential long-term play for qualified suppliers in the transmission equipment tenders in India space.
8Such synchronized procurement across voltage classes may set a benchmark for future transmission equipment tenders in India, attracting both established OEMs and emerging players. The long-term adoption of HTLS conductors could reshape bid strategies in upcoming transmission equipment tenders in India. Details
 For reference purposes the website carries here the following tenders:
 8Tender for civil works for foundation Details
 8Tender for HT & LT line extension, improvement and maintenance works Details
 8Tender for supply of various expansion bellows and joints Details
 8Tender for supply, erection and civil of electrical transmission line works Details
 8Tender for connecting of 132 kV double circuit overhead line Details
 8Tender for maintenance & repair of drinking water raw water supply network Details
 8Tender for rate contract for supply of BIS certified energy efficiency level Details
 8Tender for revised estimate for proposed 1x5 MVA new S/s Details
 8Tender for estimate for feeder bifurcation work of 11 kV domestic feeder Details
 8Tender for supply of ISI marked 2 Core, 4 Core, 8 Core, 12 Core Un-armored Details
 8Tender for procurement of spares of Max-DNA DCS control panels Details
 8Tender for AMC for enhance uptime services CEMS and CPCB connectivity remote support Details
 8Tender for procurement of spares of gear box installed at air pre-heater Details
 8Tender for various civil construction works pertaining to feeder bays, augmentation of X-mer, addl. X-mer etc. Details
 8Tender for various civil construction works pertaining to feeder bays Details
 8Tender for various civil construction works pertaining to feeder bays, augmentation Details
 8Tender for reconductoring 11 kV line with covered conductor Details
 8Tender for supply of LT aerial bunched cables of size Details
 8Tender for upgradation of TRCM panel Details
 8Tender for supply of critical valve cooling spares Details
 8Tender for asbestos sheet dismantling and new GI colour coated sheet fixing Details
 8Tender for empanelment of transportation agencies with rate contract for lifting Details
 8Tender for repairing and face lifting Details
 8Tender for repair and maintenance of damaged plant Details
 8Tender for insulation works of main plant piping, ducting and equipments Details
 8Tender for biennial contract for maintenance of aluminum partitions, false Details
 8Design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of fresh air units Details
 8Tender for supply of lower journal bearing housing of HP803 bowl mills Details
 8Tender for supply of discharge chute SS for feeder of HP803 bowl mills Details
 8Tender for supply of variable load hanger assembly for condenser left and right outlet pipes Details
 8Tender for supply of constant load hanger assembly for HP803 bowl mills Details
 8Tender for supply of spares for making readiness of stand by scrapper feeder Details
 8Tender for supply of tapping channel cross arm Details
 8Tender for contract for mechanical maintenance, electrical maintenance and operation of ash handling plant Details
 8Tender for procurement of 33 kV, 20 MVAR capacitor bank with reactor, NCT and structures required Details
 8Tender for procurement of 132kV SF6 circuit breaker and 145kV isolator Details
 8Tender for procurement of 132kV SF6 circuit breaker at 132kV substation Details
 8Tender for repair and renovation works Details
 8Tender for erection of structures, equipments, earthing, control wiring, yard lighting Details
 8Tender for supply, erection, testing & commissioning of 66 kV line on D/C tower Details
 8Tender for work of complete servicing /overhauling/fault attending /repairing / checking and supply of spare of various Details
 8Tender for annual rate contract for supply of spares of 11 kV class, VHA-12 type panels Details
 8Tender for annual repair and maintenance work of electric fencing, smoke detector and their associate saftey items installed Details
 8Tender for replacement of damaged/rusted pole Details
 8Tender for HT & LT line extension, improvement and maintenance works Details
 8Tender for supply of BM clamp 95 Sqmm, 120 Sqmm and 185 Sqmm Details
 8Tender for dismantling, fabrication and renewal of worn out 300 NB M.S seamless pipe and providing cement pedestal from clarified water pump house Details
 8Tender for HT & LT line extension, improvement and maintenance works Details
 8Tender for dismantling, fabrication and renewal of worn out 300 NB M.S seamless pipe Details
 8Tender for supply of steel and fabrication work of walk way for inspection and maintenance of various hoists installed Details
 8Tender for job work of routine, preventive maintenance, cleaning and readings of battery sets Details
 8Tender for estimate for 11 kV baifarcation feeder Details
 8Tender for supply of DC distribution board Details
 8Tender for supply of 30-V lithium-ion battery set for 33/11 kV substation Details
 8Tender for supply of 11 kV3 core 300 Sqmm and 33 kV 3 core 300 Sqmm HT XLPE cable Details
 8Tender for supply of 11 kV (9 kV) gapless type polymer lightening arrestor Details
 8Tender for procurement of 1.1 kV control cable and power cable Details
 8Tender for supply and erection of 45 degree fabricated ceramic coal bend for HP 803 bowl mills Details
 8Tender for earthwork excavation, stub setting, concreting, erection, stringing of panther conductor and earth wire Details
 8Tender for supply of caustic soda and HCL Details
 8Tender for purchase of 400 kV and 220 kV isolators Details
 8Tender for bi-annual rate contract for the work of erection of 66kV feeder bay equipment Details
 8Tender for repair of civil structure foundations at varoius Details
 8Tender for erection work of 66kV LILO line Details
 8Tender for replacement of plugged eroded economizer coil assemblies Details
 8Tender for complete preventive maintenance of LT breakers HT breakers HT panels complete service Details
 8Tender for supply of clamps, control cables, power cables and other items at 132kV substation Details
 8Tender for miscellaneous civil works at 33/11 kV substation Details
 8Tender for extension of control room and other related civil works at 33/11 kV S/S Details
 8Tender for miscellaneous civil works at at 33/11 kV substation Details
 8Tender for construction of miscellaneous civil works at 33/11 kV substation Details
 8Tender for strengthening work of conveyor gentry, junction tower and crusher house Details
 8Tender for work of anticorrosive painting for the various structures, auxiliaries, tanks, piping, fence etc. Details
 8Tender for supply of MS back clamp and MS stay clamp for 8 Mtr PSC pole Details
 8Tender for supply of 11 kV and 22 kV fixed and moving contact Details
 8Tender for supply of 350 NB seamless pipes of OD 355.6 mm and MS coupling set suitable Details
 8Tender for supply of 400KV CVTs with standard accessories and fittings matching with existing CVT foundations Details
 8Tender for purchase of spares of hydrogen generator energy systems Details
 8Tender for supply of spares of ESP for 6 x 250 MW Details
 8Tender for supply of complete ID fan hydraulic coupling and its spares Details
 8Tender for purchase of spares For 3X1750 KVA DG sets Details
 8Tender for purchase of seal oil pump and spares UT pumps system Details
 8Tender for construction of transmission elements 400 kV transmission lines Details
 8Tender for interlinking 1.7km HT line using HT covered conductor Details
 8Tender for supply and installation of remote mounted smart positioner in SADC for coal elevations Details
 8Tender for replacement of roof/cladding sheet of various Details
 8Tender for supply of transformer oil Details
 8Tender for work contract for operation and maintenance of HVAC system of main plant Details
 8Tender for work contract for annual routine maintenance of turbine auxiliaries  Details
 8Tender for procurement of split bearing equivalent to bearing CCK W33 along Details
 8Tender for procurement of spares for degasser air blower Details
 8Tender for land filling works for the new 33/11 kV substation Details
 8Tender for augmentation by addition of 1x25MVA,132/33kV at 132kV S/Stn Details
 8Tender for procurement of 200MVA, 400/220/20kV, 1 and 167MVA, 400/220/33kV, ICT along with new uninhibited high grade mineral insulating oil Details
 8Tender for replacement of RCC structure by lattice type structure of various 220/132/110 kV equipments Details
 8Tender for supply of spares & complete mechanism overhauling of 220kV circuit breakers at various Details
 8Tender for supply of various size of ash pipes coupling Details
 8Tender for work of in-situ repairing / overhauling / reconditioning of main steam stop valve, safety valves and other high pressure valves of boiler Details
 8Tender for supply of 6.6KV, 261KW, HT motor for conveyor Details
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 For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips:
 8Green hydrogen: The future fuel driving industrial decarbonisation Details
 8Running on clean hopes, dirty fuel: India's renewable plans face key risks Details
 8Financial Briefs: India and overseas Details
 8Torrent Electricals to invest over 1,000 cr in housing wire segment Details
 8NCAER suggests 14K cr annual green grant for states to meet RE target Details
 8Indian Energy Exchange logs record trade volume of 12,664 MUs in July Details
 8The missing link in India’s battery waste management Details
 8With men driving India’s renewable energy push, what role do women play Details
 8Juniper green energy: 25 MW wind project in Gujarat Details
 8NTPC Wins SECI green ammonia Tender Details
 8In green push, solar panels to be set up at Panchkula community centres Details
 8Green hydrogen: The future fuel driving industrial decarbonisation Details
 8Power stock to buy now for an upside of 32%; Recommended by Axis Securities Details
 8Adani Group Denies BYD Tie-Up for battery manufacturing Details
 8Energy dept’s nod to buy 630MW solar power leads to controversy Details
 8GAIL India, RVUNL team up for 1 GW of wind, solar in Rajasthan Details
 8Gentari signs 80MW wind PPA with AWS Details
 8India’s Wind energy growth and wildlife challenges Details
 8Avaada Electro Appoints Kaushal Shah as chief financial officer to accelerate global green manufacturing vision Details
 8Indian Energy exchange trad volume jumps 25.5% YoY in July ’25 Details
 8Parth Electricals IPO Raises Rs 13.8 Cr Details
 8Vietnamese EV maker VinFast opens plant in Tamil Nadu; set to produce 50,000 EVs annually Details
 8CIL plans big capex push for critical minerals foray Details
 8India to open nuclear power sector to private companies with 100 GW Goal by 2047 Details
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8Mid afternoon coal generation fell below the technical minimum envelope while IEX average clearing price rose 17% (Rs 0.65/kWh) a counter intuitive decoupling.
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230kV grid expansion project sees four contenders at technical bid stage
Four engineering and EPC firms have entered the race for a turnkey high-voltage AIS substation and bay extension package under an MNRE-KfW funded transmission upgrade. The technical bid opening for a 230/110kV AIS substation package revealed participation from both civil-heavy and equipment-focused firms, signalling a mixed competitive field. Technical bid opening for a 230/110kV AIS turnkey project shows healthy participation, underlining the continued draw of funded grid augmentation schemes. Details
Tariff race opens for decentralized solar push in Rajasthan
8Empanelled developers under a central solar program now enter the price bid stage for sub-station-linked projects in the state, with L1 selection rules and tariff ceilings set to test cost competitiveness.
8After qualification in the EoI stage, shortlisted players now have just days to lock in their tariff offers for multiple sub-station allocations in a city circle zone.
8The tender freezes plant locations and capacities for this phase, setting the stage for location-specific cost modelling and network integration planning.
8Pre-qualified RESCO players now face the decisive tariff test, with the lowest offers poised to secure long-term generation contracts under a flagship decentralised scheme. Details
8Find a snapshot of thermal, hydro, pumped storage, solar,
wind, BESS and T&D contracts related updates for the day
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Consultancy tender floats for long-haul coal delivery system
8A new thermal plant-linked tender seeks feasibility studies for a 40 km elevated pipe conveyor from upcoming coal blocks. The project hints at a shift away from rail-road dependence and could be a precursor to bundled EPC+logistics contracts in future phases.
8Originally closing mid-July, the consultancy tender for the elevated conveyor system was extended twice, now due by August 7. Extensions suggest deeper technical clarifications or a push for broader participation in this high-value logistics planning contract.
8The proposed study covers coal connectivity from WCL mines to a key thermal power plant. This signals renewed focus on dedicated, environment-friendly coal evacuation strategies amid capacity consolidation in central India. Details
Scope widens from powerhouse to rooftop solar base in thermal plant civil tender
8From turbine hall foundations to solar system supports, the package demands integration across power block sub-systems — a rare bundling that could stretch contractor resource planning.
 Inclusion of underground cooling water ducts and fire-fighting system foundations within powerhouse limits could significantly influence sequencing and excavation planning.
8The all-in-one structural and architectural package for a central India coal-based unit now has bids pushed to early August, indicating heavy front-end complexity and multiple interface points with other contractors. Details
Rajasthan’s first 1GWh+ grid storage bid stretches deadline amid pre-bid revisions
8A mega standalone battery energy storage procurement in the state has pushed bid submission to late August after major scope and location tweaks post pre-bid. Developers eye the reduced per-bidder cap and finalised substation list as key strategy shapers.
8From an initial early-August close, the bid window has now been pushed to 26 August, with technical opening on 27 August — a signal of prolonged clarification cycles and document redrafts.
8The latest amendments slash the maximum single-bidder allocation from 250 MW to 200 MW, potentially widening competition and altering consortium math in the upcoming tariff-based reverse auction.
8While the floor remains 50 MW × 2 hours, capacity increments must now be at least 50 MW / 100 MWh — tightening modular bidding strategies and site aggregation approaches. Details
Tight bid calendar sees three successive deadline extensions
8Initial submission was pushed from 9 July to 23 July, then again to 31 July and 6 August. The frequency of date shifts points to bidder queries and scope clarifications. The staggered response cycle may reflect coordination challenges across four distinct sub-packages.
 8Although part of the scope lies in a dense urban footprint, the tender makes no allowance for gas-insulated switchgear or compact yard layouts. Air-insulated yard formats are assumed. This could restrict substation land optimization and signal limited flexibility in brownfield footprint planning.
 8Uniform transformer sizing across all three new substations implies strategic modularity. The 40 MVA capacity is adequate for current load but suggests the substations are future-ready for rapid scaling. Design harmonization could reduce vendor divergence and transformer foundation redesigns.
 8All new substation taps are derived from existing 66 kV SC lines—signaling a reliance on legacy corridors. This may expose the new assets to upstream contingency risks unless upstream redundancy is simultaneously addressed. No mention of 220 kV back-feeding or hybrid augmentation is noted. Details
Ninth extension issued for 1600 MW thermal switchyard EPC
8A large-scale switchyard package for a central India coal-fired project has now seen its ninth bid extension, pushing deadlines into mid-August. Despite a full-scope EPC format and a national promoter, bidder appetite seems cautious. Experts suspect ongoing clarifications and civil interface concerns may be the cause. Is technical ambiguity holding back large contractors.
 8The project invites complete EPC responsibility—including design, supply, erection, testing, and commissioning—for a 400 kV AIS switchyard. With over 15 major equipment categories listed, the tender expects depth in both control and protection integration. Civil and electrical interface planning is critical given the clustered layout. Only seasoned integrators may qualify.
 8With integrated supply, erection, and testing of a detailed protection system, the tender appears best suited for single-source OEM-backed bidders. Fragmented JV or consortium setups may find compliance difficult. The structure favors experienced turnkey switchyard integrators with full in-house capability.
 8The project mandates supply and wiring of multiple interface panels—including synchronization, line protection, and busbar schemes—suggesting layered coordination between yard and control room assets. Experienced relay integrators will recognize the complexity here. This isn’t a supply-and-forget panel job. Details
Roorkee GIS package sees fifth extension amid bid hesitation
8A major substation EPC tender in northern India has now seen five start-date extensions, hinting at either tight qualification filters or tepid market appetite. The project, involving a 400/220 kV GIS build with full civil and control integration, may be pricing-in risk aversion among potential bidders.
 8A high-voltage turnkey package involving control building, automation, and dual-voltage GIS bays sees sluggish bidder engagement. Market watchers note the strict commissioning history requirements and joint undertaking norms from OEMs as possible deterrents.
 8With minimum average turnover set above Rs. 135 crore and access to Rs. 27 crore finance required at bidding stage, this tender raises the bar. These thresholds, combined with high-spec GIS mandates, may limit field to just 5–7 national players.
 8Only firms with prior 400 kV or 220 kV GIS/AIS commissioning experience—certified by end users—are eligible to bid. This clause, in tandem with legally binding OEM tie-ups, keeps qualification tight for this 400/220 kV substation project. Details
8With technical qualification locked in for 230 players, the upcoming financial round is expected to drive tariffs down, testing developer margins in rural grid integration.
8The latest PM-KUSUM procurement in Rajasthan underscores developer preference for build-own-operate contracts backed by assured utility offtake.
8With technical evaluation wrapped up, the financial round could set new benchmarks for decentralised solar costs under the PM-KUSUM framework. Details
Northern Region Holds Strong: Uttar Pradesh Power Plants Stockpile for Over 40 Days
8Despite national variability, major plants like Harduaganj and Maqsoodpur in Uttar Pradesh report over 50 days of coal stock more than double the average reflecting robust fuel security amid monsoon logistics.
Chhattisgarh’s Private Players on the Brink: 5 Units Below 5 Days Stock
8Plants like Balco TPS and Adani Raigarh are skating dangerously close to operational thresholds, with coal supplies dipping as low as 4 days. The data signals rising stress in the western corridor’s private capacity.
Import Lagging, but No Crisis Yet: 98% of Power Plants Rely Entirely on Domestic Coal
8With indigenous supply powering nearly all 140+ thermal stations, India’s coal self-reliance holds yet the near-absence of imports could leave little cushion if domestic logistics falter.
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Pavagada Pushes Storage Frontier: 250 MW Solar + 1.1 GWh BESS Cleared for Grid-Linked Deployment
8Karnataka's solar heartland gears up for one of India’s largest co-located battery storage rollouts, blending TBCB solar capacity with a hybrid dispatch model using dynamic BESS scheduling.
No Compensation for Curtailment: KSPDCL Shifts Grid Management Burden to Developers
8RPDs will face zero deemed generation payouts if they fail to plan BESS dispatch or account for seasonal grid constraints making meticulous scheduling a regulatory necessity.
Only 83 MU Direct Injection Allowed Annually: Strict Caps & Dynamic Controls for Grid-Friendly Solar
8With annual limits and advanced PPC controls in place, developers must store 80% of solar output in batteries and tightly coordinate discharge through SLDC for real-time grid adaptability.
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Cooling tower EPC for 2×660 MW project sees strict design window and dual-unit staging
8The EPC scope for the NDCT, part of one of the latest thermal power tenders, includes staggered delivery targets—Unit1 civil handover in 30months and Unit2 trailing at 36. Design approvals and supply timelines are tightly gated, leaving limited float for delays in engineering resubmissions, a factor that sets this apart in the landscape of latest thermal power tenders.
8From its original 15July deadline, the NDCT bid saw three commercial corrigenda, moving successively to 25July, 1August, and finally 8August. The staggered extensions hint at active bidder interest and clarifications under negotiation, a dynamic increasingly seen in latest thermal power tenders with complex engineering scopes.
8In a departure from usual civil contracts, BHEL has stipulated that the NDCT contractor must arrange their own open and covered storage, with no laydown space provided within the project boundary. This self provisioning requirement reflects a tightening of execution discipline in latest thermal power tenders, where site logistics are being pushed back onto contractors. Details
 For reference purposes the website carries here the following tenders:
 8Design/ engineering, supply, storage, erection, testing and commissioning works for Augmentation of transformation capacity Details
 8Tender for diversion of 400kV DC line Details
 8Tender for supply and retrofitment of VRLA battery banks at various substations Details
 8Tender for construction of transmission elements 400kV transmission lines Details
 8Tender for construction of additional divider dyke for capacity creation in lagoon-II Details
 8Tender for contract for silver alluminium painting with Primer coating on 11kv steel poles installed Details
 8Tender for construction of HT/LT line/sub-station Details
 8Tender for replacement of ACSR dog and rabit bare conductor by insulated covered conductor Details
 8Tender for procurement of different MS pipes Details
 8Tender for procurement of different knife gate valves Details
 8Tender for procurement of steel materials for structure renovation of stacker cum reclaimer Details
 8Tender for procurement of radiator for WDS 6R locomotive engine Details
 8Tender for annual repair and maintenance (civil and electrical works) of existing Details
 8Tender for operation and maintenance of PDFAC system and wet sluice system including materials Details
 8Tender for supply of splitter assembly for flue gas duct Details
 8Tender for dismantling hard facing and assembling of 1 meter length coal pipes Details
 8Tender for enhancement of power transformer 2x16 MVA into 2x16MVA+1x25MVA, 25 MVA power transformer Details
 8Tender for procurement of 200MVA, 400/220/20kV, 1 and 167MVA, 400/220/33kV, 1-ICT along with new uninhibited high grade mineral insulating oil Details
 8Tender for annual maintenance contract (AMC) for repairs, overhauling, servicing & alignment of 400kV center break type isolators Details
 8Tender for work of mechanical strengthening and stub strengthening of existing 66kV line Details
 8Tender for testing of various numerical and electromagnetic relays installed Details
 8Tender for procurement of load cells of weighbridges installed Details
 8Tender for blade vibration monitoring systems Details
 8Tender for work of the re-strengthening of dry ash collector tank system hopper Details
 8Tender for repair and oil topup of transformers Details
 8Tender for ground improvement using geo-synthetics for tanker loading Details
 8Tender for testing and relocation of blade workstations with panels Details
 8Tender for civil structural and architectural works of transformer yard, power house Details
 8Tender for supply and installation of electrical appliances Details
 8Tender for supply of various consumable item Details
 8Tender for mapping survey and oxide layer testing of boiler tubes Details
 8Tender for procurement of fly ash conveying system Details
 8Tender for Bi-ARC for the emergency restoration of power of 66kV,132kV & 220kV transmission line on tower Details
 8Tender for miscellaneous maintenance works Details
 8Tender for procurement of float valves for seal oil system intermediate oil tank and vacuum tank Details
 8Tender for diversion of 220kV SC line Details
 8Tender for supply of media converters for HVDC MACH panels Details
 8Tender for supply of towers tower parts including stubs and nuts and bolts for various Details
 8Design, supply, installation, commission and maintenance of solar PV system Details
 8Tender for procurement of spares of turbine bearings, pedestals, valves, servomotor, MS HRH strainers and deaerator etc.Details
 8Tender for work of in-situ metallography of tubes / pipes, headers, blades etc Details
 8Tender for supply of 2 KVA UPS with 12V 100 AH tubular batteries and stand under buyback Details
 8Tender for procurement of stay set complete Details
 8Tender for extension of oil testing laboratory at 220 kV GSS Details
 8Tender for construction of civil foundation for 1 Nos. 132 kV bay Details
 8Tender for construction of 1 Nos. 132 kV bay (solar bay) at 220 kV GSS Details
 8Tender for strengthening of court bridge Details
 8Tender for strengthening of concrete motorable bridge Details
 8Tender for strengthening of motorable bridge over power channel Details
 8Tender for strengthening of asan barrage bridge Details
 8Tender for repairing & maintenance of damaged lugs/LT XLPE cable Details
 8Tender for supply renewal of damaged insulations in flue gas duct Details
 8Tender for supply of 15000 Nos LT three phase channel cross arm Details
 8Tender for rectification replacement of defective tubes Details
 8Tender for supply of 20000 sets 11kV metal parts Details
 8Tender for erection of 110 kV DC line on DC tower by making LILO in 110 kV feeder Details
 8Tender for procurement of PSC pole stay clamp Details
 8Tender for supply, erection and commissioning of new street light poles with cable laying Details
 8Tender for procurement of spares for HT motors Details
 8Tender for miscellaneous civil works Details
 8Tender for construction of HT UG cable Details
 8Tender for HT ABC stringing works and installation of transformer Details
 8Tender for augmentation work for 40/50 20/25 MVA transformer at 132 kV GSS Details
 8Tender for augmentation work for 31.5 20/25 MVA transformer Details
 8Tender for augmentation work for 40/50 20/25 MVA transformer Details
 8Tender for height rising work of 132 kV DC line Details
 8Tender for requirement of various air nozzle tips installed in burner panel Details
 8Tender for construction of 66 kV AIS substation Details
 8Tender for upgradation of gantry crane Details
 8Tender for supply of electrical line Details
 8Tender for supply of electrical line materials Details
 8Tender for routine maintenance work of milling system Details
 8Tender for installation, testing and commissioning of new 5 MVA 33/11KV substation Details
 8Tender for supply of 300 sets 11kv standalone complete set Details
 8Tender for construction of control room with bore well, electrification Details
 8Tender for renewal of various degree coals bends after dismantling the worn out bend of coal mill A B C D discharge pipe Details
 8Tender for renewal of various degree coals bends after dismantling the worn out bend of coal mill Details
 8Tender for applying two layers of ceramic wear coat eromat at inner surface of mill outlet coal bends Details
 8Tender for reconditioning of hydraulic loading cylinder assembly with replacing of new cylinder piston rod Details
 8Tender for strengthening of worn out portion of mill housing body by using M S Plates in coal mills Details
 8Tender for providing foundation concrete for equipment plinth structure plinth and other civil works Details
 8Tender for procurement of vibrating wire (VW) crack meter Details
 8Design, engineering, procurement & construction (EPC) contract for development of 110 MW AC floating Details
 8Tender for supply and delivery of 150 Nos 33kV top adaptor for PCC pole Details
 8Tender for operation and maintenance contract of fly ash handling system and maintenance of ESPs Details
 8Tender for annual maintenance work of 33/11 kV sub-station Details
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8Siemens Energy India secures the lowest bid for a 765kV single-phase reactor package under a nationwide bulk procurement programme by a central transmission utility. The win positions it strongly in Lot5 supply allocations, marking a significant milestone in the latest round of transmission equipment tenders in India.
 8A central transmission giant has concluded a high-value bulk reactor package award, with the winning bidder undercutting three other majors in India’s transformer and reactor manufacturing space. This competitive outcome underlines the intensity of transmission equipment tenders in India, where aggressive pricing is reshaping market dynamics.
 8In a tender featuring BHEL, CG Power, GE Vernova, and Siemens Energy, the German-engineered offering clinched L1 status for a nationwide 765kV reactor rollout. Such results are setting new benchmarks for transmission equipment tenders in India, both in terms of technical performance and cost competitiveness.
 8The 110MVAR units under this award will be deployed to maintain voltage stability and reduce transmission losses on India’s backbone 765kV network. As more transmission equipment tenders in India move into bulk procurement mode, suppliers with proven scale and technology are gaining a decisive advantage. Details
8A major interstate transmission power projects in India milestone for Gujarat’s renewable corridor has closed with one of the lowest tariffs seen in recent months, edging out competition by a razor-thin margin.
8Competitive dynamics in the power projects in India space pushed the top bidder nearly Rs. 730million/year above the winner, underscoring aggressive positioning in the country’s renewable grid build out race.
8Late-stage augmentation, including a fourth 1,500MVA ICT and 220kV switchyard, was folded into the package raising engineering complexity and potential execution risks for this key power projects in India undertaking.
8The top two bids in the auction were separated by barely 5.84million/year, reflecting near parity in cost assumptions among leading players and showcasing how competitive pricing is shaping large scale power projects in India today. Details
Civil works award boosts east-zone transmission expansion
8Awarded package covers pile foundation construction for a double-circuit 400kV link, reinforcing evacuation from a large generation complex and enhancing inter-regional transfer capability.
8A domestic infrastructure player has edged out competition to win a major pile works package for a central-sector transmission scheme, valued at over Rs.44crore, with work spanning multiple tower locations.
8Lowest bidder confirmation clears the way for execution of pile foundations across a strategically important 400kV transmission line, enhancing long-term power transfer reliability. Details
8A single-vendor win in the latest Lot-5 bulk package signals strong pricing discipline and manufacturing readiness in India’s high-voltage equipment space. Bulk procurement drive for ultra-high voltage network expansion sees a winning bid for a 30-unit, 765kV, single-phase shunt reactor package. The deal locks in a substation-critical component at competitive pricing.
8With just two bidders in the fray, the winning OEM sealed the deal for a nationwide reactor deployment initiative under the latest package. Competitive edge in delivery capacity and cost efficiency helps domestic OEM secure the award for critical 765kV class assets.
8The 30-unit, 80MVAR reactor package win aligns with transmission build-out timelines aimed at integrating renewable energy hubs. Only two OEMs contested the high-capacity reactor package, with one securing L1 status and a contract worth over Rs. 3170 crore. Details
Bid date pushed third time as Roorkee grid LILO sees high bidder interest
8The deadline for submission has now shifted from 17 July to 14 August 2025, with technical opening on 18 August. The multiple extensions suggest serious reworking of pricing and scope evaluation by EPC players.
 8A high-voltage interconnection scheme will combine multi-circuit tower lines with EHV underground XLPE cable to feed a new GIS substation. Execution will require specialized routing and termination interfaces on both ends.
 8With overhead and 400 kV underground cable systems bundled in one turnkey scope, the project calls for tight inter-package interface coordination. Cross-bonded joint bays, sealing ends, and thermal backfill add to execution complexity.
 8The bid guarantee reflects the high-value nature of the mixed-mode LILO scope. Copper-based cable core, with high-spec terminations, will test bidder pricing under metal volatility scenarios. Details
Multi-location turnkey scope spans 220KV, 110KV and distribution upgrades
8The package merges high-voltage transmission works with two separate 110kV substation builds, cutting across three districts. This bundling could favour large EPC players with multi-voltage capability and proven logistics planning.
8The latest North Karnataka package combines a digital switching station with over 25km of HPC-based 220kV transmission lines. The mix of double bus bar layout and conductor upgrades points to higher load handling and reduced transmission losses.
8220kV segments in the package will use high-performance conductors rather than standard ACSR, a move likely driven by thermal limits and right-of-way constraints. This choice could also mean fewer towers and faster execution. Details
Close-call bidding in high-capacity Northeast transmission award
8The winning bidder for a large-scale transmission package beat its nearest rival by just Rs.4.75 million, with the third bidder trailing by over Rs.250million.
8The award for a strategically important transmission corridor in the Northeast has gone to a private player, narrowly surpassing the PSU major’s offer.
8One of the closest BOOT tenders in recent memory has concluded with a private sector firm edging past competition in the Northeast transmission buildout programme. Details
Over 80 firms eye rural grid-solar contracts in Rajasthan
8A RESCO-mode solar push in Hanumangarh Circle has completed its technical scrutiny, revealing a crowded race for decentralised generation rights under PM-KUSUM.
Technical bid completion for a Rajasthan decentralised solar push confirms sector-wide interest, with more than 80 players eyeing RESCO revenues. Details
Narrowest spread in recent LT transformer awards raises competition bar
8With top three bidders separated by under 2% in price, recent award points to intensifying fight for LV distribution contracts in Rajasthan’s power utility procurement cycle.
8Over three dozen firms competed for a single-phase CSP transformer package, underlining sustained vendor interest in aluminium-wound configurations despite cost compression.
8Utility procurement choices continue tilting towards aluminium winding, with large-capacity tenders now reinforcing this as the base specification for cost and supply security. Details
Advisory contract opens strategic gateway into India’s coal and mineral auctions
8In a 1-year rate contract, one of India’s largest state-owned mining entities seeks deep-dive consultancy support for coal and mineral block bidding across up to 10 auction tranches. The contract covers evaluation, due diligence, and real-time bid strategy—hinting at aggressive upstream positioning.
8The proposed study covers coal connectivity from WCL mines to a key thermal power plant. This signals renewed focus on dedicated, environment-friendly coal evacuation strategies amid capacity consolidation in central India.
8Clarifications confirm the consultant is not expected to handle legal vetting of contracts. However, they must flag policy risks, commercial caveats, and regulatory bottlenecks that could impact bidding viability or downstream utilization of blocks.
8The tender bars consortiums but permits partnering organizations, with prior approval. Confidentiality walls and conflict of interest disclosures will be scrutinized up to partner level, especially for firms serving other bidders in the same auctions. Details
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 8Tender for works contract for laying of 11kV 3x300 Sqmm XLPE UG cable Details
 8Tender for preventive maintenance and emergency breakdown works in 292 KMS of EHT lines Details
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 8Tender for construction of a twin type RCC curing tank Details
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 8Tender for supply of 400 kV CVT Details
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 8Tender for general civil maintenance work Details
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 8Tender for construction of environmental radiation monitors (ERM) and automatic weather stations (AWS) and other associated works Details
 8Tender for comprehensive AMC of MC, CP, PA, EC and other AC equipment Details
 8Tender for supply and delivery of tools and plants for operation and maintenance of transmission lines Details
 8Tender for supply of PVC outer sheathed control cable for replacement of CVT control cable Details
 8Tender for requirement for supply installation and commissioning of fabric compensator for expansion joints Details
 8Tender for work of mechanical strengthening, stub strengthening and earthing work of 66 kV line Details
 8Tender for supply and installation of underground diesel storage tank Details
 8Tender for repairing work of cable trenches cover Details
 8Tender for repair and painting work of internal and outer surface Details
 8Tender for internal electrification renovation work of 30 no residences Details
 8Tender for online pressure testing and setting of safety valves using Details
 8Tender for supply & application of castable refractory for unit-3 bottom ash hopper Details
 8Tender for addition of 132/33kV, 20MVA transfomer Details
 8Tender for supply, installation, commissioning and AMC (5 years) of integrated solar street lights Details
 8Tender for services for installation of capacitor bank alongwith associated 33kV bays at various substations Details
 8Tender for laying of 33kV, 3x400 SQMM HTUG cable Details
 8Tender for supply of microprocessor base motor and feeder protection relay Details
 8Tender for supply, erection, testing and commissioning of 220 kV and 33 kV bays with associated equipments for 100 MVA power transformers at various Details
 8Tender for supply installation testing and commissioning of new 400kV 63kA for 1 sec 3150A circuit breakers outdoor SF6 type without PIR along with support structure and accessories etc Details
 8Tender for standardization work of 11kV feeder Details
 8Tender for supplying of aerial bunched cable Details
 8Tender for creation of 220 kV transmission line Details
 8Tender for construction of 66 kV and 132 kV transmission lines Details
 8Tender for augmentation of 400 kV substation Details
 8Design, engineering, supply, testing & commissioning including allied civil work of 30kWp capacity, 415 volts, 3 phase on-grid solar rooftop PV power plant Details
 8Tender for work of 220 kV line and breaker isolator Details
 8Tender for replacing of damaged sheet of boiler feed pump Details
 8Tender for works contract for carrying out HT& LT DCW improvement Details
 8Tender for work of erection and strengthening of H-frame lines Details
 8Tender for estimate for additional of 3.15 MVA power transformer Details
 8Tender for estimate for birfucation work of S/S Details
 8Tender for installation, testing, erection and commissioning of 5 MVA 33 11 kV sub station Details
 8Tender for supply of BIS certified energy efficiency level Details
 8Tender for supply of 33/11 kV, 5.0 MVA power transformers Details
 8Tender for procurement of various class OIP bushing for EHV grade transformers Details
 8Tender for work of the re-strengthening of dry ash collector tank system hopper Details
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 8Tender for annual work contract for O and M of HVAC air conditioning system Details
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 8Tender for work contract for overhauling of diesel engine installed in locomotive Details
 8Tender for biennial work contract for picking of stones / shales and other foreign material from coal Details
 8Tender for complete design supply testing installation and commissioning of SAS Details
 8Tender for supply of throden bearing for jackwell pump Details
 8Tender for supply and erection of Eco coil 8 Nos with supporting arrangement to renew heavily eroded Eco coil Details
 8Tender for providing of insulation for flue gas duct Details
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 8Tender for manufacture, supply, erection, testing and commissioning of 11 kV RMU Details
 8Tender for replacement of damaged worn out obsolete railways track Details
 8Tender for supply of automatic isoperibol bomb calorimeter Details
 8Tender for procurement of various spares for RTUs in SS and FRTUs in RMU Details
 8Tender for supply and erection of 1680 mtr of 250NB pipe Details
 8Tender for providing and fixing of trip circuit supervision relay (TCSR) in control and relay panels at 220kV S/s Details
 8Tender for replacement of weasel conductor 11 kV AAAC AL- 59, 99 Sq.mm Details
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 8Tender for up gradation of firewall system for ERP infrastructure Details
 8Tender for work of erection of structures, equipments, earthing, control wiring Details
 8Design, supply, installation, commission and maintenance of solar PV system Details
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 8Tender for work contract for routine, preventive & breakdown maintenance of instrument Details
 8Tender for execution of supply and installation of fired type wedge connectors Details
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 8Tender for supply of various size decking plates at coal handling plant Details
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 8Tender for erection work of 66kV S/C line Details
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 8Tender for BRC for the work of manual removal of bottom ash from bottom ash hopper of boiler Details
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 8Tender for biennual contract for works of replacement of failed 167 MVA, 400/220/33kV ICT or 125MVA bus reactor or line reactor Details
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 8Tender for annual maintenance contract (AMC) for the work of providing of hydra crane services Details
 8Tender for extension of battery room by shifting existing Details
 8Tender for work of renovation of 100 kV tap line Details
 8Tender for procurement of 33kV CT & PT as a critical spare Details
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 8Tender for rate contract for the work of loading, transportation, unloading & stacking of all types of EHV equipment / material Details
 8Tender for biennial rate contract for attending emergency breakdown works & shutdown maintenance works in 132/220kV EHV substations Details
 8Tender for procurement of mandatory & optional spares for 220kV GIS bays at 220kV GIS S/s Details
 8Tender for work of augmentation by replacement of existing 132/33kV 2x25 MVA TF by 132/33kV 2x50MVA power transformer Details
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Competitive hydel push intensifies in J&K with IPP-led 30 MW rollout
 8A fresh RFQ opens doors to private developers for 18 micro and mini hydro projects across difficult Himalayan terrain. The initiative comes under IPP mode with JAKEDA laying strong emphasis on net worth benchmarks and EPC-led execution experience
 8Developers must secure all clearances from DPR to environmental forest and power evacuation with no subsidy or facilitation beyond JAKEDA’s advisory role. IPP projects in this RFQ are fully privatized from conception to commissioning
 8Bidders now face tighter linkages between their financial and technical scores and the number of projects they can win. Allocation flexibility exists but preference-based distribution hinges on evaluated capacity altering strategy for mid-sized players. Details
Himalayan hydro tunneling bid sees fourth deadline shift amid design-access disconnect
8With bids now pushed to 21 August, the civil tender for a 260 MW underground hydro project reveals deeper-than-expected site access bottlenecks. Temporary bridges and 6.5 km of new roads are still needed just to reach key tunnel portals an issue increasingly common in complex hydropower projects in India. Despite earlier reassurances, contractors warn of unrealistic power house timelines without frontloaded access works.
8The main civil package for this high-head, tunneling-led scheme part of the broader pipeline of hydropower projects in India demands precision staging of desilting chambers, pressure shafts, and twin caverns. With no critical path tag assigned to the power house, sequencing and site logistics become critical for contractors betting on adherence to the 44-month build schedule.
8Revised drawings now confirm just 4m vertical separation at key tunnel intersections, significantly raising excavation complexity. The design team has acknowledged the need for RCC lining, ramps, and enhanced supports to manage interference between legacy and new adits highlighting recurring technical hurdles seen in large-scale hydropower projects in India.
8Design drawings remain vague on exact bridge locations, with layout finalization deferred to post-award site surveys. This clause introduces considerable bid risk on foundation design and pricing for water crossings in Himalayan terrain a persistent challenge across many hydropower projects in India, particularly those involving remote access and tunneling. As developers rush to meet clean energy targets, such civil disconnects continue to delay execution of key hydropower projects in India. Details
8The latest renewable energy tenders in India revive asset buyback at scale pushing end-of-life handling, dismantling, and handover logistics onto the vendor. With multiple delivery locations and site-specific dismantling, contractors will face tightly defined risk corridors. Previous region-specific renewable energy tenders in India had limited this to selective sites.
8In a quiet but critical addition, the tender mandates delivery of spare Ni-Cd cells at each site. This move may preempt delays from isolated cell failures during the plant lifecycle. Contractors must align this with traceability and OEM warranty expectations. It’s a subtle shift from past renewable energy tenders in India that focused only on full battery strings.
8Compared to the previous NR-III SR-II tender, the new version expands geography, adds spares mandates, buyback, and introduces reverse auction. It marks a decisive shift from component-level upgrades to system-level lifecycle delivery. The overhaul could become a template for future renewable energy tenders in India and broader infra-standardization. Details
Strategic corridor for RE-powered ammonia gets infrastructure spine
8With high connectivity demand from multiple producers, the project builds dedicated bays and substations for industrial green molecule consumers. Transmission planners have locked spatial configurations to within 3 km for substations, hinting at tight corridor planning. Execution will involve inter-state connectivity with precise ownership transfer conditions critical for upcoming green ammonia projects in India.
8A high-voltage transmission backbone is being carved out to support upcoming green hydrogen and green ammonia projects in India, particularly in southern Tamil Nadu. The tender outlines interstate-level evacuation infrastructure tied to multiple industrial energy off-takers. The auction schedule has just been extended to mid-August, reflecting either heightened bidder interest or churn in clarifications.
8One hundred percent equity in a pre-formed SPV will be transferred to the successful bidder, who must then execute, own, operate, and finally transfer the assets after 35 years. REC remains the Bid Process Coordinator with CTU as the nodal agency. Pricing transparency will depend on how bidders value future operational liability an increasingly important factor in financing green ammonia projects in India.
8The extension to 14 August and beyond may indicate more than just logistical delays. With major hydrogen players already assigned connectivity, questions remain around tariff benchmarks, interoperability with other TBCB corridors, and long-term O&M commitments. The delay also pushes financial closure closer to year-end, raising implications for the rollout pace of green ammonia projects in India and associated grid assets. Details
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Switching upgrade: ICT and reactor controls contract bagged for Rs.14.5 crore
8A key contract to supply Controlled Switching Devices for transformer and reactor bays in Northern India's transmission grid has been awarded. The Rs.14.55 crore deal underlines a push to mitigate switching surges across substations. Final award went to a public-sector-aligned vendor after limited bidding. Financial and technical terms signal focused standardization for EHV asset protection. Details
Single bidder secures Rs.46.9 crore grid upgrade package for 500 MW RE linkage
8A multi-location AIS substation extension contract involving new 220 kV bays and dual ICT augmentation has gone to a single L1 bidder. The Rs.46.9 crore award supports integration of 500 MW renewable capacity and strengthens N-1 readiness in two north Indian states. Despite its pan-regional scope only two firms submitted bids
8Only one technically qualified bidder remained in contention for this multi-scope substation job. The same firm secured the L1 position. As PGCIL continues to bundle cross-state work the number of eligible and willing EPC firms appears to be shrinking
8Two 220 kV line bays are now cleared for execution at a major pooling station enabling evacuation from a large-scale RE generator. The job is part of a bundled AIS extension contract targeting three sites. The limited bidding pool raises questions on vendor risk appetite in split-scope substation jobs. Details
Rs.431 million winning quote stuns rivals in 765 KV transmission auction
8The L1 bidder clinched the project with an annual transmission charge of Rs.431.11 million—less than half of the second-ranked offer at Rs.890 million. The dramatic tariff compression reflects either hyper-aggressive costing or structural design leverage. With just one bidder far below the curve margin realism will now face its first real test
8The final awarded tariff of Rs.431.11 million is a steep 52 percent below the L2 bidder’s Rs.890 million quote. This margin of difference in a single-element ISTS package suggests either a radically different cost model or willingness to bet on post-award scope leeway. EPC vendors will be watching delivery milestones closely
8Despite limited substation scope and a clear LILO route the final quote at Rs.431.11 million signals competitive heat even in minimal-transmission builds. With major line bay works handled by the generator the winning bidder appears to have optimized overhead execution and spare asset reuse assumptions to land this number. Details
NR-WR corridor stress triggers new 765 kV Prayagraj substation build-out
8VA major new substation with 2×330 MVAr bus reactors and multi-directional LILO bay provisioning is being fast-tracked in eastern Uttar Pradesh to ease chronic loading on the Vindhyachal–Varanasi axis. The 24-month BOOT project signals aggressive grid readiness for PSP-based inflows and N-1 contingency stability
8While Amendment 4 clarifies that backbone OPGW upgrades on Fatehpur-Varanasi and Fatehpur-Sasaram fall outside the current TSP’s scope bidders must account for interface equipment continuity. Failure to harmonize with parallel schemes could strain link budgets
8Amendment 4 revises communication specs with precision dual OPGW runs on LILO circuits repeater insertion beyond 225 km and FOTE upgrades at key nodes. The configuration tightens SCADA-integrated visibility in high-demand NR corridors
8The inclusion of 2 × 330 MVAr switchable line reactors at the Prayagraj end of the Vindhyachal D C link reflects a shift toward adaptive voltage control and load smoothing especially for PSP synchronizations. This level of control granularity is rare in recent NR-WR interconnection projects. Details
Power utility shifts to centralized PT specs for 66 KV NER substation revamp
8The latest transformer supply tender enforces internal technical specification NCN0166 replacing state-level legacy specs. This move consolidates design control across the northeastern grid network. The shift also restricts OEM flexibility and raises compliance hurdles for non-regular vendors
8Though earlier bids referred to PSPCL design benchmarks this one explicitly supersedes them with POWERGRID’s own NCN0166 spec. It reflects a deeper push toward pan-India standardization under a unified procurement regime. Details
400/220 KV transformer upgrade signals selective grid strengthening under RTM push
8The addition of a 500 MVA ICT at a key 765 400 220 kV substation underscores India’s real-time market readiness strategy. This brownfield augmentation is designed for quicker grid ramping tighter integration and targeted capacity relief
8Unlike GIS-heavy tenders this project relies on existing AIS bay interfaces to fast-track commissioning. A cost-efficient design with modularity and limited bay sprawl is central to this Real-Time Market deployment
8With no GIS shielding contractors must plan erection logistics around 400 kV live yard protocols. Safety management and crew sequencing become the make-or-break factor on timelines
8The specifications align with past NPCIL and PGCIL sourcing patterns—favoring domestic transformer makers compliant with nuclear-aligned engineering practices. Foreign vendors are unlikely to qualify on design deviations
8With the scope locked to a single ICT and intense SAS touchpoints industry veterans expect limited bidder turnout. The package design favors incumbents with prior bay control retrofit exposure. Details
Switchyard tender for 2400 MW plant sees fifth extension amid civil cost and cashflow tweaks
8The latest extension to early August follows a string of bidder clarifications around payment holdbacks tied to civil works percentages. Amendments reduce the structural works threshold from 25 percent to 13 percent easing pressure on cashflow-sensitive bidders
8Starting from February the bid has seen at least five pushbacks now ending on August 5. This extension streak reflects heavy bidder back-and-forth on payment structuring scope packaging and bid qualification formats
8Despite industry feedback NTPC will continue to hold civil-linked payment deductions unless bidders cross a now-revised minimum threshold. Contractors with equipment-heavy cashflow cycles will need to recalibrate their costing assumptions. Details

Multi-substation EPC tender for 110/11KV and 110/33KV package sees long extension window
 8KPTCL’s composite substation package covering new 110kV-class installations at two southern Karnataka sites has seen its bid deadline pushed by over a year. The three-part tender includes transformer bays HT cabling and an alternate 66kV supply point
 8One tender three sites and six 20 MVA transformers—KPTCL’s new EPC bundle merges 110/11kV and 110/33kV installations across Nekkilady and Kuthlur with backup interconnection at 66kV. Subcontracting scope could attract hybrid civil-electrical players
 8In addition to standard substation build the package demands 66kV alternate sourcing works—hinting at grid redundancy planning in load centres. The build includes feeder cabling trenching SCADA-ready switchgear and HT protection relays
 8Though designed for 110kV 66kV use hardware specs demand insulator strings and clamps suited for 220kV impulse withstands—indicating readiness for higher voltage retrofit or interconnects.

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MNRE Rebrands RLMM as ALMM(Wind), Expands Compliance Scope for Wind Turbine Makers
8The Revised List of Models and Manufacturers (RLMM) is now the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM-Wind), introducing deeper documentation requirements and aligning with India’s localization and cybersecurity mandates.
Mandatory Inspections, Component List, and India-Based Data Control Tighten Wind Sector Norms
8A new clause makes MNRE inspection of component facilities mandatory, introduces a separate component ALMM, and imposes strict data localization and operational control within India, signaling strategic self-reliance in wind power.
New Exemptions Give Temporary Relief to Bidded, Captive, and Emerging Wind Projects
8Projects bid before July 31, 2025, captive/C&I projects commissioned within 18 months, and new entrants under 800 MW enjoy conditional exemption from the new ALMM(Wind) listing norms but under tight reporting rules.
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Patna Islanding Scheme Inches Closer to Implementation Amid Rising Urgency
8From awaiting administrative clearance in the 228th OCC to PSDF grant submission by July 18, the Patna Islanding Scheme moved forward yet remains under bureaucratic watch, as ERPC urges swift execution.
Kolkata Grid Vulnerability Triggers Fast-Tracked CLR Insulator Overhaul
8Frequent trippings in key 765/400 kV corridors around Kolkata led to PowerGrid committing to short- and long-term replacement of 4,701 CLR insulators, with testing mandates imposed amid Durga Puja deadline pressure.
Barh Unit-3 Declared Commercial, NKSTPP Evacuation Still in Limbo
8While Barh Unit-3 achieved CoD on July 1, the NKSTPP–Gaya line continues to face RoW and forest clearance delays. ERPC calls for a dedicated follow-up meeting as Bihar’s grid reliance peaks.
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PXIL Clears 16.34 Lakh RECs in July’s Second Trading Session
8Robust buy-side interest saw over 16 lakh RECs transacted at Rs 360 each, despite a massive oversupply of certificates in the market.
Legal Clearance Unlocks REC Trade Potential Post Court Directive
8Delhi HC’s withdrawal of sale restrictions on older RECs has opened the floodgates for market activity, with PXIL leveraging regulatory clarity to deepen trading volumes.
Non-Solar RECs Issued Before April 2017 See No Trades Despite Listing
8Certificates with a higher floor price of Rs 1,500/MWh found no buyers highlighting price sensitivity even in compliance-driven markets.
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