Maha State Electricity Transmission Independent Engineer for 400 kV D/C Line Mumbai 2026 - 400kV Hinjewadi Jejuri Project

Tender Overview

The Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Corporation Limited (MSETCL) invites bids for an Independent Engineer to supervise a 400 kV double circuit transmission line from Jejuri to Hinjewadi, Mumbai metropolitan region. The contract type is milestone/deliverable based, with a hybrid scope as specified in the RfP. The EMD is ₹129,000 and contractor offices must be located within the same state. The procurement targets experienced consultants capable of overseeing design verification, construction supervision, safety compliance, and interconnection with existing 400 kV assets. A key differentiator is the requirement for local service presence and adherence to contractual performance security. This tender is in the Mumbai, Maharashtra corridor for 2026 activities.

• Organization: Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Corporation Limited
• Product/Service: Independent Engineer for 400 kV D/C line supervision
• Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra
• Estimated Value: Not disclosed; EMD = ₹129,000
• Delivery Scope: 400 kV Jejuri to Hinjewadi line, 2000 MW capacity per circuit, hybrid scope
• Unique Clauses: 25% quantity/duration flexibility; contractor responsibility across sub-contracting; salaries paid by service provider first; performance security required.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Service category: Independent Engineer for a 400 kV D/C transmission corridor
• Line details: 400 kV double circuit (D/C) Jejuri to Hinjewadi corridor; design verification and construction supervision responsibilities
• Scope inclusions: Milestone/deliverable-based monitoring, safety/compliance oversight, QA/QC alignment with project standards, interface with existing 400 kV assets
• Local presence: Office of service provider must be located in Maharashtra (consignee state) with documentary evidence
• Past experience proof: Acceptable formats include contract copies with invoices, execution certificates, or client-issued support documents
• Payment-related clause: Salaries of deployed staff to be paid by the Service Provider first; subsequent claims from the Buyer along with statutory documents
• Performance security: Contractor to furnish a Contract Performance Security in favor of the Employer within 15 days of award
• Minimum eligibility indicators: Demonstrated capability in supervising large-scale HV transmission projects; adherence to statutory and safety frameworks; no explicit technical standards listed in the basic data

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD amount: ₹129,000 (via designated payment method) and security for contract performance as per Annexure-A
• Delivery terms: Milestone/deliverable-based engagement; quantity/duration adjustments up to 25% allowed at contract award and post-award
• Sub-contracting: Full/partial subcontracting requires prior written consent; ultimate liability remains with the original contractor
• Salary payments: Service Provider must initially pay salaries/wages of deployed staff, with PF/ESIC documentation and bank statements supplied along with claims
• Office requirement: Local Maharashtra-based office evidence is mandatory
• Past experience proof: Bidder must provide verifiable past project documentation per the terms; self-certifications accepted with appropriate corroboration
• Performance security: Required within 15 days of award; amount and mechanism per Annexure-A
• Bidder compliance: All certificates and documents listed in the bid document must be uploaded; non-compliance risks rejection