PFC Consulting Issues Tender for 4000 MW Transmission Evacuation Project in Madhya Pradesh

Key Takeaways

• Issuing Authority: PFC Consulting Limited (PFCCL), acting as the Bid Process Coordinator (BPC).
• Project Objective: Technical survey and report preparation for the evacuation of 4000 MW via the State Transmission Utility (STU) network for upcoming thermal power plants (Package 3).
• Technical Requirement: Utilization of “Modern Survey Techniques” with deliverables including digitized toposheets and raw data.
• Critical Deadline: Bid submission closes on July 30, 2026, at 19:00 hrs.
• Eligibility Status: Participation is strictly limited to five firms technically empaneled under Category “D” with PFCCL.
• Financial Benchmarks: EMD of Rs. 74,727 and a Contract Performance Guarantee (CPG) of 5% of the contract value.

Overview of the Announcement

In a decisive step toward eliminating power evacuation bottlenecks in Central India, PFC Consulting Limited (PFCCL) has invited tenders for the appointment of a survey agency for Madhya Pradesh’s latest intra-state transmission system (InSTS) expansion. This follows a formal appointment by the Madhya Pradesh State Government (Order dated 16.07.2026) designating PFCCL as the Bid Process Coordinator (BPC).

The project aims to facilitate a Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) process to select a Transmission Service Provider (TSP). This survey package (Package 3) provides the technical foundation required to integrate 4000 MW of new thermal generation into the state grid, ensuring the infrastructure is optimized for long-term grid synchronization and reliability.

Technical & Project Scope: Package 3

The consultant’s mandate for Package 3 involves high-precision groundwork to mitigate future Right of Way (RoW) and technical hurdles. Per the technical specifications, the scope covers desktop studies, substation identification, and ground walkover surveys.

Key technical requirements include:

• Technological Deliverables: Beyond standard reporting, firms must deliver all raw data, processed survey records, and digitized source files, including KML/KMZ terrain grids and digitized toposheets.
• Substation Logistics: Identification and confirmation of terminal bay availability at existing substations and Line-In Line-Out (LILO) points.
• Language Compliance: While the primary final report must be in English, the consultant is obligated to provide versions in regional language(s) at no extra cost if required for statutory clearances or local authority consultations.

Bidding Schedule & Milestone Timelines

PFCCL has set a rigorous 45-day execution window for the survey completion from the date of the Letter of Award (LoA).

Milestone	Date/Timeline (LoA = T)
Tender Download Start	July 27, 2026 (19:00 hrs)
Bid Submission Deadline	July 30, 2026 (19:00 hrs)
Financial Bid Opening	July 30, 2026 (19:30 hrs)
Substation Alternates & Terminal Bay Availability Confirmation	T + 10 Days
Finalization of Transmission Route (with Walkover Survey)	T + 27 Days
Submission of Draft Survey Report	T + 34 Days
Submission of Final Survey Report & RoW Estimation	T + 45 Days

Bidder Eligibility & Financial Criteria

The “Single Packet” bidding system is restricted to a curated list of firms already pre-qualified under Category “D” to ensure technical competency for this critical infrastructure. The eligible firms are:

1. Pratik Surveyors (India) Pvt Ltd
2. MNEC Consultants Pvt Ltd
3. GIS Data Solutions
4. Pioneer Surveyors
5. N K Enterprises

Financial Instruments and Bank Details:

• Earnest Money Deposit (EMD):Rs. 74,727 (3% of Estimated Tender Value) must be paid via NEFT/RTGS.
  • Bank: ICICI Bank, Connaught Place, New Delhi.
  • Account Name: PFC Consulting Limited.
  • Account No.: 000705036117.
  • IFSC: ICIC0000007.
• Liquidated Damages (LD): Delays attributable to the consultant will incur a penalty of 0.5% of the contract value per week, capped at 5%.
• Payment Structure (The 40/40/20 Rule):
  • 40%: On submission and technical acceptance by PFCCL of preliminary studies and the draft report.
  • 40%: On acceptance of the Final Survey Report and delivery of all digitized raw data.
  • 20%: Upon the final transfer of packages to the selected TSP.

Administrative Compliance & Deliverables

Interested agencies must submit their bids via the GeM portal, including a covering letter, authorization letter, and their PFCCL Technical Empanelment Letter.

Final deliverables include five hard copies of the final report and soft copies in English. The consultant is further tasked with the complex responsibility of RoW estimation, which requires direct coordination with local revenue officers, land acquisition officers, and the registrar’s office. All estimates must be backed by documentary evidence, such as market rates certified by IBBI-empaneled valuers or government bodies.

Next Steps for Bidders

Empaneled firms are reminded that bids must remain valid for 120 days. All procedural updates, including corrigenda or addenda, will be hosted exclusively on the PFCCL website (www.pfcclindia.com) and the GeM portal. Participation in this tender requires absolute adherence to the prescribed formats, as any deviation will result in the bid being categorized as non-responsive.

Official Websites for Tender Access and Downloads

Interested parties can find the RfP notifications and complete bid documents on these primary sites:

• PFC Consulting Limited (PFCCL) Official Website: https://www.pfcclindia.com,,
• MSTC Limited E-Procurement Portal: https://www.mstcecommerce.com

Direct E-Bidding and Registration Links

For projects conducted through electronic bidding (such as the 765 kV Bikaner and Babai projects), bidders must use the specific MSTC interface or the GeM portal as specified for the package:

• MSTC TSP Bidding Page: www.mstcecommerce.com/eprochome/tsp/index.jsp,
• GeM Portal (Government e-Marketplace): https://gem.gov.in,

Note to Readers: While documents can be downloaded for review from the PFCCL website, official submission of responses for the Rajasthan transmission projects must be done via the MSTC platform. For technical survey packages like the one in Madhya Pradesh, the GeM portal is utilized for online bid submission,. Bidders are advised to check these portals regularly for future information, including corrigenda, addenda, or amendments,.