PFC Consulting Limited (PFCCL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Power Finance Corporation, has initiated a global invitation for bids to select a transmission service provider for the 400 kV Bhojrajka (Khushkhera) project in Rajasthan. Acting under the mandate of the state government, PFCCL was nominated by the Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (RRVPNL) to serve as the Bid Process Coordinator (BPC) for this venture. The selection process will be conducted via the Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) route to establish the infrastructure on a long-term basis.
Project Specifications and Location
The scheme is classified as an intra-state transmission system (InSTS) project and will be executed under a Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer (BOOT) procurement model. The infrastructure is slated to serve as a critical node for power distribution in the industrial and renewable belts of the state.
- Primary Facility: 400 kV GSS Bhojrajka (Khushkhera).
- Location: Alwar and Bhiwadi regions, Rajasthan.
- Project Scope: Establishment of the 400 kV substation along with its associated transmission system.
- Procurement Model: Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer (BOOT).
- Project Classification: Intra-state transmission system (InSTS).
Key Dates and Deadlines
The bidding process is being conducted through a single-stage, two-envelope structure with the following chronological milestones:
- Final Bid Submission Date: October 16, 2026
- Technical Bid Opening Date: October 16, 2026
- Bidding Portal: All submissions must be completed online via the MSTC e-Procurement platform.
Bidding Requirements and Eligibility
Prospective bidders are required to participate in a “Request for Proposal” (RfP) process. The selection involves a competitive tariff-based evaluation to ensure cost-effective grid expansion.
- Financial and Procedural Details: Specific Bid Values and Earnest Money Deposits (EMD) are defined within the “Refer Documents” section of the tender.
- Official Portals: RfP documents and project annexures are available for download on the PFC Consulting Limited official portal and the MSTC e-Procurement platform.
- Selection Process: The project follows the TBCB route, requiring developers to assume full responsibility for the design, financing, and maintenance of the assets for the duration of the contract.
Strategic Context and Project Scope
The 400 kV Bhojrajka (Khushkhera) project is integral to the evacuation of renewable power and the broader strengthening of the Rajasthan grid. It is identified as a vital component of the Green Energy Corridor Phase III initiatives, designed to support Rajasthan’s accelerating status as a national renewable energy hub.
The scheme is essential for the integration of large-scale clean energy into the regional network, ensuring stable power flow from generation centers to high-demand industrial nodes in Alwar and Bhiwadi. Following the standard contractual framework for such infrastructure, the assets will be developed for a 35-year concession period. Upon the conclusion of this term, the transmission system will be transferred to the State Transmission Utility, Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (RRVPNL), at zero cost and free of all encumbrances.
Official Bidding & Authority Portals
- PFC Consulting Limited Official Website – Access official RfP notifications, tender updates, and announcements directly from the issuing authority.
- MSTC e-Procurement TSP Portal – The official online bidding platform where prospective bidders register, download detailed Request for Proposal (RfP) documents, and participate in the competitive bidding process.
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