RAGHAVA CONSTRUCTIONS (INDIA) PVT LTD Wins ₹309.1 Cr KSEB 400kV GIS Substation Edamon EPC Contract in Kollam
Contract Awarded Key Takeaways
- ✓ RAGHAVA CONSTRUCTIONS (INDIA) PVT LTD awarded ₹309.1 Cr contract by KSEB.
- ✓ Project covers turnkey EPC for 400kV GIS Substation at Edamon, Kollam.
- ✓ 11 bidders participated; 10 technically qualified, 1 disqualified.
- ✓ SPML INFRA LIMITED and ABSOLUTE PROJECTS INDIA LTD ranked L2 and L3.
- ✓ Contract awarded via EPROCURE platform; bid opened on 24 Dec 2025.
- ✓ Estimated tender value was ₹364.7 Cr, awarded at a competitive price.
Kerala State Electricity Board has formally awarded the ₹309.1 crore turnkey EPC contract for the 400kV GIS Substation at Edamon, Kollam to RAGHAVA CONSTRUCTIONS (INDIA) PVT LTD. The project attracted strong competition with 11 bidders, highlighting its significance in Kerala's power infrastructure.
RAGHAVA CONSTRUCTIONS (INDIA) PVT LTD has secured a major win with the formal award of the ₹309.1 crore turnkey EPC contract for the construction of the 400kV GIS Substation at Edamon and associated works in Kollam, Kerala. The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) finalised the award on 23 July 2026, following a highly competitive bidding process that saw participation from 11 firms.
The project, tendered through the EPROCURE platform, is a significant step in strengthening Kerala's power transmission infrastructure. With an estimated value of ₹364.7 crore, the contract was awarded at a notably competitive price, underscoring the intensity of the competition among leading electrical EPC players.
The Award
RAGHAVA CONSTRUCTIONS (INDIA) PVT LTD has been formally awarded the turnkey EPC contract for Substation Package GIS7, involving the construction of a 400kV GIS Substation at Edamon and associated works in Kollam, Kerala. The contract is valued at ₹309.1 crore, following their L1 bid and successful qualification through the technical and financial evaluation stages.
Bidders (11)
About the Project
- Turnkey EPC contract for Substation Package GIS7.
- Scope includes construction of a 400kV GIS Substation at Edamon, Kollam.
- Project aims to enhance power transmission reliability in Kerala.
- Procurement conducted via EPROCURE platform under KSEB.
- Part of broader efforts to upgrade Kerala's electrical infrastructure.
Why It Matters
This award marks a major investment in Kerala's grid infrastructure, promising improved power reliability and capacity for the region. It also demonstrates robust competition among India's top EPC contractors.
With this contract, RAGHAVA CONSTRUCTIONS (INDIA) PVT LTD will play a pivotal role in upgrading Kerala's power transmission network. The result underscores KSEB's commitment to transparent, competitive procurement for critical infrastructure.
