[Straight Grate Pellet Pilot Plant] open

6.6/10

Council of Scientific and Industrial Research

Ref: IMMT/PA.81/2024 ยท ID: 2025_CSIR_260507_1

Category Laboratory and scientific equipment

AI summary

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

Overview

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has published an open tender for the establishment of a Straight Grate Pellet Pilot Plant. This project is aimed at the design, fabrication, manufacturing, supply, integration, installation, erection, operation, demonstration, and training of the plant on a turn-key basis. The tender is identified by ID 2025_CSIR_260507_1 and is part of the IMMT-Bhubaneswar division of CSIR.

Scope / Work

The work involves comprehensive responsibilities from design to training related to the Straight Grate Pellet Pilot Plant. Bidders should refer to the tender documents for detailed specifications and requirements. The project is categorized under laboratory and scientific equipment, with a contract type defined as tender. The location for the execution of the work is CSIR-IMMT, Acharya Vihar, Bhubaneswar.

Fees & EMD

There are no tender fees or Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) required for this tender, which may encourage wider participation. However, bidders should note that no exemptions for fees or EMD are allowed.

Key dates

  • Tender Publish Date: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM
  • Bid Submission Start Date: 14-Jan-2026 04:30 PM
  • Bid Submission End Date: 19-May-2026 04:30 PM
  • Bid Opening Date: 20-May-2026 04:30 PM
  • Pre-Bid Meeting Date: 07-Jan-2026 11:00 AM at CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar (both physically and online).

Bidders should ensure timely submission of their bids and attend the pre-bid meeting for clarifications. The bid validity period is set for 150 days, and the expected period of work is 270 days.

AI insights

Straight Grate Pellet Pilot Plant.

Risk factors

  • tight timelines for bid submission
  • bid validity of 150 days
  • no tender fee or EMD may attract high competition
  • requirement for comprehensive documentation

How good is this tender for you?

Business suitability analysis

Tender for a new pellet pilot plant in Bhubaneswar.

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

  • No tender fee
  • No EMD required
  • Open to all bidders
  • Comprehensive documentation needed
  • Tight timelines
6.6
/ 10
Opportunity score
Small business friendliness 8.0/10 Good
Startup suitability 7.0/10 Good
Money commitment 1.5/10 Good
Money lock-in 3.5/10 Good
Execution difficulty 4.0/10 Moderate
Paperwork load 5.0/10 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-friendly8.0
  • Startup-friendly7.0
  • Low competition4.0
  • Light on money8.5
  • Easy to execute6.0
  • Light paperwork5.0

What this tender is really about

This tender is for establishing a Straight Grate Pellet Pilot Plant. It involves design, supply, installation, and training. Bidders need to prepare comprehensive documentation and meet a tight timeline.

What you gain if you win

  • Gain experience in scientific equipment projects.
  • Potential for future contracts with CSIR.
  • Opportunity to showcase technical capabilities.

What could trip you up

  • Tight timeline for bid submission.
  • Comprehensive documentation required.
  • High competition due to no fees or EMD.

Who is this tender best suited for?

Recommended for

  • Established engineering firms
  • Local scientific equipment suppliers
  • Mid-size contractors with technical expertise

May struggle with this

  • First-time bidders
  • Small businesses without technical teams
  • Startups lacking experience in large projects

Money side, in plain words

Upfront fees
There are no tender fees or upfront costs.
Security deposit (EMD)
No security deposit is required, easing financial pressure.
Money you must set aside
No money needs to be set aside for EMD.
Payment timing
Payment terms are not specified, so watch for delays.

What it takes to deliver

Kind of work
This is a supply and installation project.
How long it takes
The work will take about nine months.
Skills you'll need
Skills in engineering, installation, and training are required.
Where the work happens
The work is located in Bhubaneswar.
Paperwork
Expect a significant amount of paperwork.

Competition: who else might bid?

How open it is
This is an open tender.
Likely crowd
Many bidders are likely due to no fees.
What helps you win
Technical expertise and strong documentation will help.

Practical things to think about

  • Attend the pre-bid meeting for clarifications.
  • Prepare all required documents in advance.
  • Be ready for a competitive bidding environment.

Hidden challenges & gotchas

  • Bid submission window is tight.
  • Documentation requirements are extensive.
  • No exemptions for fees or EMD may attract many bidders.

In one paragraph

Tender for a pellet plant project in Bhubaneswar.

Who should bid
Bidders with experience in scientific equipment projects should apply.
Who should probably skip
First-time bidders without technical expertise might struggle.

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 Undisclosed
EMD amount โ‚น0.00 โ€” payable to Nil at Nil
Tender fee โ‚น0.00 โ€” payable to Nil at Nil

Timeline

Publish date 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM
Bid end 19-May-2026 04:30 PM
Opening date 20-May-2026 04:30 PM

Critical dates

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Published date 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM
Bid opening date 20-May-2026 04:30 PM
Document download / sale start 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM
Document download / sale end 19-May-2026 04:30 PM
Bid submission start 14-Jan-2026 04:30 PM
Bid submission end 19-May-2026 04:30 PM

Tender Documents

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Published Corrigendum Details Date : 15-Apr-2026 11:16 PM [Tender information] Organisation Chain : Council of Scientific and Industrial Research||IMMT-Bhubaneswar - CSIR||Purchase-IMMT - CSIR Tender ID : 2025_CSIR_260507_1 Tender Ref No : IMMT/PA.81/2024 Tender Title : Straight Grate Pellet Pilot Plant Corrigendum Type : Date [Corrigendum:5] Corrigendum title: Date Amendment Notice Description: Straight Grate Pellet Pilot Plant Published: 08-Apr-2026 06:15 PM Document: DATE-CORRIGENDUM-5.pdf Size (KB): 201.99 Publish Date: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM โ”‚ Bid Opening Date: 20-May-2026 04:30 PM Document Download/Sale Start Date: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM โ”‚ Document Download/Sale End Date: 19-May-2026 04:30 PM Clarification Start Date: NA โ”‚ Clarification End Date: NA Bid Submission Start Date: 14-Jan-2026 04:30 PM โ”‚ Bid Submission End Date: 19-May-2026 04:30 PM Pre Bid Meeting Date: 07-Jan-2026 11:00 AM [Critical Dates] [Corrigendum:4] Publish Date: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM โ”‚ Bid Opening Date: 12-May-2026 04:30 PM Document Download/Sale Start Date: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM โ”‚ Document Download/Sale End Date: 11-May-2026 04:30 PM Clarification Start Date: NA โ”‚ Clarification End Date: NA Bid Submission Start Date: 14-Jan-2026 04:30 PM โ”‚ Bid Submission End Date: 11-May-2026 04:30 PM Pre Bid Meeting Date: 07-Jan-2026 11:00 AM [Critical Dates] [Corrigendum:3] Publish Date: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM โ”‚ Bid Opening Date: 31-Mar-2026 04:30 PM Document Download/Sale Start Date: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM โ”‚ Document Download/Sale End Date: 30-Mar-2026 04:30 PM Clarification Start Date: NA โ”‚ Clarification End Date: NA Bid Submission Start Date: 14-Jan-2026 04:30 PM โ”‚ Bid Submission End Date: 30-Mar-2026 04:30 PM Pre Bid Meeting Date: 07-Jan-2026 11:00 AM [Critical Dates] [Corrigendum:2] Publish Date: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM โ”‚ Bid Opening Date: 17-Mar-2026 04:30 PM Document Download/Sale Start Date: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM โ”‚ Document Download/Sale End Date: 16-Mar-2026 04:30 PM Clarification Start Date: NA โ”‚ Clarification End Date: NA Bid Submission Start Date: 14-Jan-2026 04:30 PM โ”‚ Bid Submission End Date: 16-Mar-2026 04:30 PM Pre Bid Meeting Date: 07-Jan-2026 11:00 AM [Critical Dates] [Corrigendum:1] Publish Date: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM โ”‚ Bid Opening Date: 17-Feb-2026 04:30 PM Document Download/Sale Start Date: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM โ”‚ Document Download/Sale End Date: 16-Feb-2026 04:30 PM Clarification Start Date: NA โ”‚ Clarification End Date: NA Bid Submission Start Date: 14-Jan-2026 04:30 PM โ”‚ Bid Submission End Date: 16-Feb-2026 04:30 PM Pre Bid Meeting Date: 07-Jan-2026 11:00 AM [Critical Dates] [Details Before Corrigendum] Publish Date: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM โ”‚ Bid Opening Date: 30-Jan-2026 04:30 PM Document Download/Sale Start Date: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM โ”‚ Document Download/Sale End Date: 29-Jan-2026 04:30 PM Clarification Start Date: NA โ”‚ Clarification End Date: NA Bid Submission Start Date: 14-Jan-2026 04:30 PM โ”‚ Bid Submission End Date: 29-Jan-2026 04:30 PM Pre Bid Meeting Date: 07-Jan-2026 11:00 AM [Critical Dates]
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Corrigendum

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Published Corrigendum Details Date : 15-Apr-2026 11:16 PM [Tender information] Organisation Chain : Council of Scientific and Industrial Research||IMMT-Bhubaneswar - CSIR||Purchase-IMMT - CSIR Tender ID : 2025_CSIR_260507_1 Tender Ref No : IMMT/PA.81/2024 Tender Title : Straight Grate Pellet Pilot Plant Corrigendum Type : Other [Corrigendum Document Details]
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Work details

Location, category, and schedule for this procurement.

Location CSIR-IMMT, ACHARYA VIHAR, BHUBANESWAR
Category Laboratory and scientific equipment
Period of work 270 days
Bid validity 150 days

Straight Grate Pellet Pilot Plant

Organisation chain

Council of Scientific and Industrial Research||IMMT-Bhubaneswar - CSIR||Purchase-IMMT - CSIR

Basic details

  • Tender reference: IMMT/PA.81/2024
  • Tender ID: 2025_CSIR_260507_1
  • Tender type: Open Tender
  • Form of contract: Turn-key
  • Tender category: Goods
  • No. of covers: 2
  • Payment mode: Not Applicable
  • Withdrawal allowed: Yes

Work item

  • Work description: Straight Grate Pellet Pilot Plant.
  • NDA / pre-qualification: Refer tender document.
  • Independent external monitor / remarks: Dr. Jagadip Narayan Singh, Sh. Arun Kumar Gupta
  • Tender value (โ‚น): 0.00
  • Product category: Laboratory and scientific equipment
  • Contract type: Tender
  • Location: CSIR-IMMT, ACHARYA VIHAR, BHUBANESWAR
  • Pincode: 751013
  • Pre-bid meeting: 07-Jan-2026 11:00 AM
  • Bid opening place: CSIR-IMMT, BHUBANESWAR
  • Bid validity (days): 150
  • Period of work (days): 270

Fees & EMD

  • Tender fee (โ‚น): 0.00
  • Fee payable to: Nil
  • Fee payable at: Nil
  • Tender fee exemption: No
  • EMD (โ‚น): 0.00
  • EMD exemption: No
  • EMD type: fixed

Critical dates

  • Published: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM
  • Bid opening: 20-May-2026 04:30 PM
  • Document download / sale start: 25-Dec-2025 10:00 AM
  • Document download / sale end: 19-May-2026 04:30 PM
  • Bid submission start: 14-Jan-2026 04:30 PM
  • Bid submission end: 19-May-2026 04:30 PM

Covers (bid packets)

  • 1 โ€” Fee/PreQual/Technical โ€” Technical Bid โ€” .pdf
  • Bid Securing Declaration Format โ€” .pdf
  • FORMAT CERTIFICATE FOR COMPLIANCE TO RESTRICTIONS ON COUNTRIES SHARING LAND BORDER WITH INDIA โ€” .pdf
  • INTEGRITY PACT โ€” .pdf
  • LOCAL CONTENT DECLARATION FORM โ€” .pdf
  • 2 โ€” Finance โ€” BOQ for price bid โ€” .xls
  • Price Break up in PDF format โ€” .pdf

Tender inviting authority

  • Name: DIRECTOR, CSIR-IMMT
  • Address: CSIR-IMMT, ACHARYA VIHAR, BHUBANESWAR

Tender basics

Tender type Open Tender
Form of contract Turn-key
Tender category Goods
No. of covers 2
Organisation chain Council of Scientific and Industrial Research||IMMT-Bhubaneswar - CSIR||Purchase-IMMT - CSIR
Source portal etenders.gov.in

Covers (bid packets)

What to submit in each cover, as listed on the tender portal.

Cover no. Cover type Description Document type
1 Fee/PreQual/Technical Technical Bid .pdf
โ€” โ€” Bid Securing Declaration Format .pdf
โ€” โ€” FORMAT CERTIFICATE FOR COMPLIANCE TO RESTRICTIONS ON COUNTRIES SHARING LAND BORDER WITH INDIA .pdf
โ€” โ€” INTEGRITY PACT .pdf
โ€” โ€” LOCAL CONTENT DECLARATION FORM .pdf
2 Finance BOQ for price bid .xls
โ€” โ€” Price Break up in PDF format .pdf

Authority details

Inviting authority DIRECTOR, CSIR-IMMT
Address CSIR-IMMT, ACHARYA VIHAR, BHUBANESWAR

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