Big Business Opportunity in Biomass Sector – NTPC & SAIL Joint Venture Tender in Odisha
We’re excited to share another important business opportunity in the Biomass Sector. Your overwhelming support and response to our previous videos on biomass-related business opportunities and government subsidy benefits have been truly encouraging. Building on that, we bring you an exciting update today!
NTPC & SAIL Launch Biomass Pellet Supply Tender in Odisha
In a major move, NTPC and SAIL, through their joint venture, have invited a biomass pellet supply tender for their power plant located in Sundargarh, Odisha. Earlier, most tenders used to be focused in the NCR region, but now opportunities are expanding into other states like Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Jharkhand, and now Odisha.
This is a golden opportunity for:
- Existing biomass pellet manufacturers
- Future manufacturers
- Traders and aggregators
Even if you’re planning to enter the biomass sector and looking for a ready market, this tender offers a solid business opportunity.
Tender Highlights
Last Date to Submit on GEM Portal: 21st April 2025
Total Required Quantity: 10,000 Metric Tons
Daily Supply Requirement: 56 Metric Tons
Contract Duration: 180 Days (6 Months)
Who Can Participate?
- Existing Manufacturers – Can offer more than 20 MT per day
- Future Manufacturers & Traders – Limited to a maximum of 20 MT per day
- Aggregators – Can also apply
This tender is flexible for both small and large players in the biomass industry.
EMD (Earnest Money Deposit) Details
- For Future Manufacturers/Traders (up to 20 MT/day): ₹5 Lakh
- For Larger Bidders (30–40 MT/day): ₹10 Lakh
- MSME Registered Units are exempted from EMD
EMD can be submitted via bank transfer or BG (Bank Guarantee).
Price Benchmark
The Ministry of Power has fixed a base price of ₹8/kg (including GST). This includes:
- ₹7.29 for biomass pellet cost
- Transportation charges are to be added by the supplier
Important: Rates below the base price will not be accepted.
Technical Specifications
- Pellets must be made from agriculture residue
- Must not be torrefied
- Moisture content should be less than 14%
- Minimum GCV (Gross Calorific Value): 2800 Kcal/kg
- Acceptable range: 2800 to 3400 Kcal/kg
- Diameter and other specs must meet standard norms
Key Takeaways
- Eastern India, especially states like Odisha and West Bengal, are now becoming hot zones for biomass opportunities
- Agriculture residue is readily available in these regions
- This is a great chance for new entrepreneurs to enter a growing market with government-supported rates
Government Subsidy Benefits
If you are allocated a project through this tender, you may also be eligible for Central Financial Assistance (CFA) under schemes by the Ministry of Agriculture and MNRE (Ministry of New and Renewable Energy). Connect with KIP for complete subsidy planning and project support.
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