[Design, Engineering, Supply, Construction, Erection, Testing, Commissioning of 132kV Controlling Bays for S/C LILO of MHS-PHS (Line- 17) at Kumardubi S/s including all associated work]

AI summary

This tender provides details about the project including scope of work, estimated value, deadlines, and eligibility requirements.

Overview

The Damodar Valley Corporation is inviting bids for the design, engineering, supply, construction, erection, testing, and commissioning of 132kV controlling bays for the S/C LILO of MHS-PHS (Line-17) at Kumardubi S/s. This is an open tender with a total estimated value of ₹53,735,592.

Scope / Work

The scope of work includes:

Design and engineering of 132kV controlling bays.
Supply and construction of necessary infrastructure.
Erection, testing, and commissioning of the controlling bays.
All associated works as detailed in the tender documents.

Bidders should refer to the tender documents for specific requirements and pre-qualification criteria.

Fees & EMD

Tender Fee: ₹0 (No fee required).
Earnest Money Deposit (EMD): ₹910,744, payable to Damodar Valley Corporation in Kolkata. EMD exemption is not allowed.

Bidders must ensure that the EMD is submitted in the correct format to avoid disqualification.

Key Dates

Publish Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM
Bid Submission Start Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM
Bid Submission End Date: 20-Apr-2026 12:00 PM
Bid Opening Date: 21-Apr-2026 12:30 PM
Pre-Bid Meeting: 19-Mar-2026 12:00 PM (online mode)

Bidders should adhere to these timelines strictly to ensure their participation in the tender process.

AI insights

Design, Engineering, Supply, Construction, Erection, Testing, Commissioning of 132kV Controlling Bays for S/C LILO of MHS-PHS (Line- 17) at Kumardubi S/s including all associated work

Risk factors

High EMD amount
180 days bid validity
Tight submission timelines
No tender fee
No exemption for EMD

How good is this tender for you?

Business suitability analysis

Bid for construction of electrical infrastructure in West Bengal.

Plain-language analysis covering money, competition, paperwork, timeline and who this tender realistically suits.

Mid-size tender
Complex to execute
Multi-year execution
Heavy money commitment
Long project duration
Niche expertise needed
Open to local bidders
Strict submission deadlines

4.1

/ 10

Opportunity score

Small business friendliness 6.0/10 Moderate

Startup suitability 7.0/10 Good

Money commitment 6.5/10 Moderate

Money lock-in 6.5/10 Moderate

Execution difficulty 9.0/10 High

Paperwork load 6.0/10 Moderate

Expected competition 6.0/10 Moderate

Expertise needed 5.0/10 Moderate

Timeline pressure 3.0/10 Good

Bigger shape means a better fit for the bidder

MSME-friendly6.0
Startup-friendly7.0
Low competition4.0
Light on money3.5
Easy to execute1.0
Light paperwork4.0

What this tender is really about

This tender is for designing and constructing 132kV controlling bays. It involves significant work over a long period. Bidders need to prepare for a high security deposit and strict timelines.

What you gain if you win

Chance to secure a large contract worth ₹53,735,592.
Opportunity to work with a government organization.
Potential for future projects in electrical infrastructure.

What could trip you up

High EMD of ₹910,744 may deter some bidders.
Long work period of about three years.
Strict timelines for bid submission and project completion.

Who is this tender best suited for?

Recommended for

Established civil contractors
Electrical engineering firms
Large construction companies

May struggle with this

First-time bidders
Small contractors
Startups without experience

Money side, in plain words

Upfront fees: There is no tender fee, but a high EMD is required.
Security deposit (EMD): The EMD is a significant upfront cost that must be secured.
Money you must set aside: Funds will be tied up for about six months due to bid validity.
Payment timing: Payments may be slow, requiring careful cash flow management.

What it takes to deliver

Kind of work: This is construction and engineering work.
How long it takes: The project will take about three years to complete.
Skills you'll need: You will need skills in electrical engineering and construction.
Where the work happens: The work is located at a single site in Kumardubi, West Bengal.
Paperwork: Expect a moderate amount of paperwork for bidding.

Competition: who else might bid?

How open it is: This is an open tender, inviting local bidders.
Likely crowd: Expect a moderate number of bidders due to the high EMD.
What helps you win: Bidders with prior experience in similar projects will have an advantage.

Practical things to think about

Prepare for a high EMD which could limit participation.
Ensure you have the necessary expertise in electrical infrastructure.
Plan for a long-term commitment with tight deadlines.

Hidden challenges & gotchas

The EMD is non-refundable and must be paid upfront.
The bid validity period is long, tying up funds.
Multiple document covers are required for submission.

In one paragraph

Opportunity to bid on a major electrical infrastructure project.

Who should bid: Experienced contractors in electrical construction should consider bidding.
Who should probably skip: New or small businesses without relevant experience may struggle.
If you're serious, first step: Review the tender documents carefully to understand the requirements.

AI-generated analysis based on structured tender metadata, financial figures, execution timelines, and procurement complexity factors. Actual eligibility, competition, and execution requirements may vary depending on the tender clauses and the evaluating department's criteria. Always read the official tender document before bidding.

Financials

Tender value	₹5,37,35,592
EMD amount	₹9,10,744 — payable to Damodar Valley Corporation at Kolkata
Tender fee	₹0.00 — payable to Nil at Nil

Payment mode Offline

Timeline

Publish date	06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM
Bid end	20-Apr-2026 12:00 PM
Opening date	21-Apr-2026 12:30 PM

Critical dates

From the portal detail page (all dates captured when available).

Published date	06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM
Bid opening date	21-Apr-2026 12:30 PM
Document download / sale start	06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM
Document download / sale end	20-Apr-2026 12:00 PM
Clarification start	06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM
Clarification end	20-Mar-2026 06:00 PM
Bid submission start	06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM
Bid submission end	20-Apr-2026 12:00 PM

Tender Documents

How tender documents work

Sign in and verify your email to use our viewer. You can open up to 5 different documents per UTC day (each file counts once). Archives (ZIP, RAR, etc.) are download only—no in-browser preview. Need a higher limit?

Name	Size	Type	Action
132KV_Tower_ACD_Drg.pdf	1.11 MB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
BOQ_314301.xls	554 KB	XLS	View document Sign-in required
Civil_TS_SUPPLY_SY.pdf	585.68 KB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
DVC_GCC.pdf	837.6 KB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
Earthing_arrangement.pdf	372.55 KB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
GI_Earthwire.pdf	422.93 KB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
Layout_Plan_KMDB_L-17_LILO.pdf	328.36 KB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
Pre-Signed_Intergrity_Pact.pdf	4.69 MB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
SCC.pdf	517.54 KB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
Scope_of_work_Line_part.pdf	297.62 KB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
ScopeOfWork_Kumardubi_LILO_substation_part.pdf	385.5 KB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
SOW_Comm_Line.pdf	410.72 KB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
SOW_Comm_SS.pdf	224.6 KB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
Spec_Elect_Equipment_KMDB-LILO.pdf	4.70 MB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
Spec_Electrical_erection.pdf	1.20 MB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
Survey_and_Geo_Technical_Investigation_Vol-I.pdf	1.04 MB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
Technocommercial_bid_Envelope_PreBid_Query_Format.rar	72.92 KB	RAR	This file type cannot be previewed in the browser. Download it to open on your device. Download Sign-in required · same daily limit as viewing
Tower_Material_Fabrication_Erection_Vol-III.pdf	1.10 MB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
TS_CLR.pdf	1.44 MB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
TS_Communication_Part.pdf	3.86 MB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
TS_for_Civil_Work.pdf	1.04 MB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
TS_for_Transmission_Line_Foundation_Vol-II.pdf	1.14 MB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
TS_HTLS_conductor_and_Hardware.pdf	1.09 MB	PDF	View document Sign-in required
TS_OPGW_UGFO_Hardware.pdf	964 KB	PDF	View document Sign-in required

Corrigenda

Official amendments and notices. PDFs open in the same viewer as tender documents (sign in, verified email, daily limit applies).

Bid Auto Extn Corrigendum

Type Bid Auto Extn Corrigendum

Published Corrigendum Details Date : 15-Apr-2026 11:28 PM [Tender information] Organisation Chain : Damodar Valley Corporation||HQ Kolkata - DVC||C and M Tender ID : 2026_DVC_269755_1 Tender Ref No : DVC/Tender/Head Quarter/SPE/CMM//Works and Service/99199 Tender Title : Design, Engineering, Supply, Construction, Erection, Testing, Commissioning of 132kV Controlling Bays for S/C LILO of MHS-PHS (Line- 17) at Kumardubi S/s including all associated work Corrigendum Type : Bid Auto Extn Corrigendum [Corrigendum:2] Publish Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM │ Bid Opening Date: 21-Apr-2026 12:30 PM Document Download/Sale Start Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM │ Document Download/Sale End Date: 20-Apr-2026 12:00 PM Clarification Start Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM │ Clarification End Date: 20-Mar-2026 06:00 PM Bid Submission Start Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM │ Bid Submission End Date: 20-Apr-2026 12:00 PM Pre Bid Meeting Date: 19-Mar-2026 12:00 PM [Critical Dates] [Corrigendum:1] Publish Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM │ Bid Opening Date: 14-Apr-2026 12:30 PM Document Download/Sale Start Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM │ Document Download/Sale End Date: 13-Apr-2026 12:00 PM Clarification Start Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM │ Clarification End Date: 20-Mar-2026 06:00 PM Bid Submission Start Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM │ Bid Submission End Date: 13-Apr-2026 12:00 PM Pre Bid Meeting Date: 19-Mar-2026 12:00 PM [Critical Dates] [Details Before Corrigendum] Publish Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM │ Bid Opening Date: 07-Apr-2026 12:30 PM Document Download/Sale Start Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM │ Document Download/Sale End Date: 06-Apr-2026 12:00 PM Clarification Start Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM │ Clarification End Date: 20-Mar-2026 06:00 PM Bid Submission Start Date: 06-Mar-2026 01:00 PM │ Bid Submission End Date: 06-Apr-2026 12:00 PM Pre Bid Meeting Date: 19-Mar-2026 12:00 PM [Critical Dates]

No PDF files attached to this corrigendum row.

Work details

Location, category, and schedule for this procurement.

Location	Kumardubi
Category	Miscellaneous Works
Period of work	1095 days
Bid validity	180 days