VA TECH WABAG LIMITED Wins ₹1,564.6 Cr Chennai Ring Main System Contract from CMWSS Board
Contract Awarded Key Takeaways
- ✓ VA TECH WABAG LIMITED awarded ₹1,564.6 Cr contract by CMWSS Board
- ✓ Project covers Ring Main System in Chennai (GCC limit) with 10-year O&M
- ✓ Five bidders participated; three were technically qualified
- ✓ Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Ltd and LARSEN AND TOUBRO LIMITED were notable rivals
- ✓ Award announced on 11 June 2026 via EPROCURE
- ✓ Project aims to strengthen Chennai's water infrastructure
VA TECH WABAG LIMITED has secured the ₹1,564.6 crore contract from CMWSS Board to provide a Ring Main System within Chennai city limits, including 10 years of operation and maintenance. The contract was awarded after a competitive bidding process involving five firms.
In a significant boost to Chennai's water infrastructure, VA TECH WABAG LIMITED has been formally awarded the contract to provide a Ring Main System within the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) limits. The project, valued at ₹1,564.6 crore, was tendered by the Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (CMWSS Board) and includes operation and maintenance for a decade.
The contract was awarded following a competitive bidding process on the EPROCURE platform, with five firms vying for the prestigious civil works project. The award was officially announced on 11 June 2026.
The Award
VA TECH WABAG LIMITED emerged as the successful bidder and has been awarded the contract for the Chennai Ring Main System project at a value of ₹1,564.6 crore. The project includes providing the ring main system within Chennai city limits and covers operation and maintenance for 10 years.
Bidders (5)
About the Project
- Scope includes providing a comprehensive Ring Main System in Chennai city (GCC limit).
- Contract covers operation and maintenance for 10 years post-completion.
- Procurement was conducted by CMWSS Board via EPROCURE.
- Aims to enhance water distribution reliability and efficiency in Chennai.
Why It Matters
This project is set to significantly improve Chennai's water supply infrastructure, ensuring reliable distribution and long-term operational efficiency for the city’s growing needs.
The awarding of this major civil works contract to VA TECH WABAG LIMITED marks a key milestone in Chennai’s infrastructure development. With a decade-long operation and maintenance commitment, the project is poised to deliver lasting benefits to the city’s residents.
