Open Power and Energy NPROCURE

Surat DGVCL Tender for Laying, Testing & Commissioning of 11KV/22KV UG Cable

Bid Publish Date

24-Dec-2025, 6:11 pm

Bid End Date

12-Jan-2026, 6:00 pm

Value

₹30,00,000

Progress

Issue24-Dec-2025, 6:11 pm
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Tender Type

Open

Sector

Power and Energy

Tender Fee

₹1,180

Contract Form

Works

Completion Period

24  Months

Currency Type

Single

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Dakshin Gujarat Vij Company Ltd. (DGVCL) has issued an open government tender for the laying, testing, and commissioning of 11KV/22KV underground XLPE cables in Surat's Pandesara division. This project aims to strengthen power infrastructure, ensuring reliable electricity supply for industrial and residential areas. Bidders must meet eligibility criteria including relevant experience, financial stability, and valid licenses. The tender involves comprehensive activities such as trench excavation, cable laying, jointing, testing, and system commissioning, with a project duration of 24 months and an estimated cost of INR 30 lakhs. The process is conducted online via the NPROCURE portal, with detailed technical and financial submissions required before the deadline of January 12, 2026. This opportunity is ideal for experienced electrical contractors specializing in underground cable projects within the power sector, supporting government infrastructure development goals. Bidders are encouraged to participate in free training sessions and ensure compliance with all technical standards and documentation requirements.

Scope Of Work

Laying of 11KV/22KV underground XLPE cables in designated schemes within Surat’s Pandesara division.
Cable supply will be provided by DGVCL; the contractor is responsible for cable installation, termination, and joints.
Testing and commissioning of installed cables to ensure compliance with technical standards.
Site preparation, excavation, and backfilling following safety and environmental regulations.
Electrical connection and system integration to ensure seamless power supply.

  1. Receive and verify cable supplies from DGVCL.
  2. Excavate trenches as per technical specifications.
  3. Lay underground cables in designated routes.
  4. Perform cable terminations and joints using supplied kits.
  5. Conduct testing including insulation resistance, continuity, and high-voltage tests.
  6. Commission the system after successful testing.
  7. Restore the site to its original condition post-installation.
Specification Details
Cable Type XLPE insulated, 11KV/22KV rated
Cable Length As per site requirement
Supply DGVCL supplied
Joints & Terminations To be supplied by contractor
Testing Standards IEC/IEEE standards
Completion Period 24 months

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Cable Type XLPE insulated, 11KV/22KV
Conductor Material Copper
Insulation Thickness As per IEC standards
Joints & Terminations To be supplied and installed by contractor
Testing Standards IEC 60502, IEEE 400
Testing Procedures Insulation resistance, continuity, high voltage
Installation Method Trench laying, cable jointing

Sequential process:

  1. Receive cable supplies.
  2. Excavate trenches.
  3. Lay cables.
  4. Terminate and joint cables.
  5. Conduct testing.
  6. Final commissioning.

Financial Requirements

The total estimated project cost is INR 30,00,000. The payment will be made in installments based on project milestones:

Payment Stage Percentage Description
Initial 10% Upon contract signing
Progress 50% After laying and jointing
Testing & Commissioning 30% Post successful testing
Completion 10% Final acceptance

Bidders must submit a detailed financial bid including rates for each activity. The bid should be valid for 180 days from the submission deadline. The payment terms are subject to verification of work progress and compliance with technical standards.

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Eligibility Criteria

✓ Must have valid electrical contractor license and relevant experience in underground cable installation.
✓ Must submit tender fee receipt and EMD receipt online.
✓ Proven track record of similar projects completed within the last 5 years.
✓ Financial stability with minimum turnover of INR 50 lakhs annually for the past 3 years.

Criteria Minimum Requirement
Tender Fee INR 1180 (online payment proof)
EMD INR 30,000 (online receipt)
Experience At least 2 similar projects in underground cable laying
Financial Turnover Minimum INR 50 lakhs/year for last 3 years
Certification Valid electrical contractor license

Bidding Process

Process Timeline

1. Preliminary

13-01-2026 10:30

2. Technical

13-01-2026 11:00

3. PriceBid

16-01-2026 16:00

Required Forms

Preliminary

Tender Fee RTGS/NEFT_Online Form

User Defined Template-Standard

Required

EMD RTGS/NEFT_Online Form

User Defined Template-Standard

Required

Technical

Technical Bid

User Defined Template-Secured

Required

PriceBid

Percentage Rate

Library-Secured

Required

Required Documents

Stage - Preliminary

1

Tender Fee payment receipt Online

Required
2

EMD Receipt Online

Required

Stage - Technical

1

Technical Doc as per asked in tender copy

Required
2

Party Sign copy of Tender and All ANNEXURE Fill and upload

Required

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the deadline for submitting bids for this tender?

The bid submission deadline is 12th January 2026 at 6:00 PM. Bidders must upload all required documents and bids before this time to be considered.

What documents are required for the preliminary bid stage?

Bidders must submit the Tender Fee payment receipt, EMD receipt, and all relevant supporting documents as specified in the tender notice. These must be uploaded online via the NPROCURE portal.

Is site visit or pre-bid meeting scheduled?

Details regarding site visits or pre-bid meetings will be communicated through the tender notice. Bidders are advised to regularly check the official portal for updates.

What are the technical requirements for the cables to be installed?

The cables must be XLPE insulated, rated for 11KV/22KV, copper conductor, and conform to IEC 60502 and IEEE standards. Proper testing and jointing procedures must be followed as per technical specifications.

How will the evaluation of bids be conducted?

Bids will be evaluated based on technical competence (50%), experience (20%), financial stability (15%), and price (15%). Minimum qualifying marks are 70% in technical evaluation.