Telangana Invites Bids for ₹545.14 Crore MGKLIS Operation and Maintenance Tender in Nagarkurnool
The Government of Telangana has invited open bids for the operation and maintenance of the Mahatma Gandhi Kalwakurthy Lift Irrigation Scheme (MGKLIS) Stage I pumping station in Nagarkurnool district. The estimated contract value is ₹545.14 crore, with submissions open from July 18, 2026.
Key Takeaways
- ✓Telangana has floated a ₹545.14 crore tender for MGKLIS Stage I O&M in Nagarkurnool.
- ✓Scope covers operation and maintenance of 5 pumping units, each 30MW and 800 cusecs.
- ✓Work period is from September 1, 2026, to May 31, 2029.
- ✓Bids accepted via EPROCURE-TELANGANA portal from July 18 to August 1, 2026.
- ✓EMD set at ₹5.45 crore, payable online, by challan, or BG.
- ✓Tender notice number: 03/SE/IC1/NGKL/2026-27.
The Telangana government has opened the bidding process for the operation and maintenance of the Mahatma Gandhi Kalwakurthy Lift Irrigation Scheme (MGKLIS) Stage I pumping station, located at Regumangadda, Yellur village in Kollapur mandal, Nagarkurnool district. With an estimated contract value of ₹545.14 crore, this tender aims to ensure uninterrupted irrigation support for the region's agricultural lands.
Interested contractors can submit their bids through the EPROCURE-TELANGANA portal, with the submission window opening on July 18, 2026, and closing on August 1, 2026. The project covers the period from September 1, 2026, to May 31, 2029, focusing on the critical operation and maintenance of high-capacity pumping infrastructure.
Scope of Work
- Operation and maintenance of MGKLIS Stage I pumping station at Regumangadda, Yellur village, Kollapur mandal.
- Management of 5 pumping units, each with 30MW capacity and 800 cusecs discharge.
- Ensuring continuous irrigation water supply for the designated period (2026–2029).
- Comprehensive upkeep and technical servicing of all station equipment.
- Coordination with local authorities for smooth functioning of irrigation assets.
Key dates, EMD details, and bid submission information for the MGKLIS O&M tender are as follows:
Tender Summary
How to Apply
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Access the tender documents and submit bids via the EPROCURE-TELANGANA portal.
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Bid submission opens on July 18, 2026, at 13:00 hours.
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Final bid submission deadline is August 1, 2026.
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Pay the EMD of ₹5.45 crore through online payment, challan generation, or bank guarantee.
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Reference tender notice number 03/SE/IC1/NGKL/2026-27 when applying.
Why It Matters
This project is vital for sustaining irrigation and water management in Nagarkurnool, directly supporting agricultural productivity and rural livelihoods by ensuring reliable operation of the MGKLIS pumping infrastructure.
Interested bidders should prepare their submissions and ensure all requirements are met before the August 1, 2026 deadline. Timely participation is crucial for those aiming to contribute to Telangana's irrigation sector.
