WBPDCL Invites Bids for 28,080 MT Biomass Pellets Supply for Coal Co-Firing at Santaldih Thermal Power Station
The West Bengal Power Development Corporation Limited (WBPDCL) has invited bids for the supply of 28,080 MT of agro residue-based non-torrefied biomass pellets for co-firing with coal at Santaldih Thermal Power Station (STPS), Purulia, West Bengal. The contract is for a period of 12 months with an indicative requirement of 80 MT per day.
Key Highlights
Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Tender Authority | WBPDCL |
Plant | Santaldih Thermal Power Station (STPS), Purulia |
Tender No. | WBPDCL/CORP/NIT/E2292/26-27/E1045601/P-550(FM) |
Material Required | Agro Residue-Based Non-Torrefied Biomass Pellets |
Quantity | 28,080 MT |
Contract Period | 12 Months |
Daily Offtake | 80 MT per day |
Important Dates
S. No. | Tender Schedule | Date |
|---|---|---|
1 | Tender Publication | 12 October 2026 |
2 | Pre-Bid Query Deadline | 27 October 2026 |
3 | Pre-Bid Meeting | 28 October 2026 |
4 | Bid Submission Period | 30 October 2026 to 17 November 2026 |
5 | Technical Bid Opening | 19 November 2026 |
Eligible Raw Materials
Biomass pellets can be manufactured from:
- Paddy residue
- Soya residue
- Arhar residue
- Cotton residue
- Mustard residue
- Gram residue
- Maize residue
- Jute residue
- Groundnut shells
- Coconut shells
- Pine needles
- Elephant grass
- Dry leaf and horticulture waste
Wood-based pellets produced from tree cutting are not permitted.
Basic Quality Requirements
S. No. | Technical Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|---|
1 | Maximum Moisture | 14% |
2 | Pellet Diameter | Up to 25 mm |
3 | Pellet Length | Up to 35 mm |
4 | Gross Calorific Value (GCV) | 2,800–4,000 Kcal/kg |
5 | Fines Content | Maximum 5% |
Financial Details
- EMD: ₹57,52,000
- EMD Exemption: MSME and NSIC registered SSI units
- Security Deposit: 0.50% of total contract value (including GST)
Who Can Participate?
The tender is open to:
- Companies
- Sole Proprietorship Firms
- Partnership Firms
- LLPs
- Cooperative Societies
- NRIs / PIOs
- MNCs having a registered office in India
Applicants must have valid PAN and GST Registration.
Can Traders and New Manufacturers Apply?
Yes. Traders and non-manufacturers can participate, provided they source pellets from a declared manufacturing facility.
The tender also allows participation from future or proposed pellet manufacturers, who can declare a tentative plant location during bidding and finalize it after receiving the Letter of Award (LoA).
Turnover Requirement
No minimum turnover or net worth requirement has been specified. However, bidders must submit audited Balance Sheets and Profit & Loss statements for the last three financial years as part of the bid documentation.
Conclusion
WBPDCL’s biomass pellet tender offers a significant opportunity for biomass suppliers, traders, and upcoming manufacturers looking to participate in India’s growing biomass co-firing market. With a requirement of 28,080 MT over 12 months and broad eligibility criteria, the tender is expected to attract participation from a wide range of industry stakeholders. Interested bidders should ensure timely submission of their bids before 17 November 2026.
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