Western Coalfields Limited O&M of Conveyor Belts at Nehariya Underground Mine Pench Area Madhya Pradesh 2026 tender

Tender Overview

Western Coalfields Limited invites bids for Operation & Maintenance of all types of conveyors belts at the Nehariya Underground Mine, Pench Area in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh. Estimated contract value is ₹18,29,26,698.42 with an EMD of ₹2,28,700. The scope allows a 25% increase/decrease in quantity or duration during contract issuance and execution. Preference may be given to MSE bidders under the Centre’s policy, with appropriate documentary evidence. This is a services tender under the Coal India Limited umbrella, focusing on sustained belt-conveyor maintenance and uptime optimization. Unique aspects include the specific underground mine setting and the supplier’s ability to manage lump-sum service provisions with a potential scope rise of up to 25% upon consent.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No technical specifications are provided in the BOQ; the tender emphasizes service delivery for conveyor belts operation and maintenance at an underground mine.
• Key data points include: Estimated value ₹18,29,26,698.42, EMD ₹2,28,700.
• Eligible bidders must be prepared to accommodate up to 25% scope/duration adjustments and deliver under a lump-sum contract model if required by the buyer.
• Mandatory alignment with internal Coal India procedures for underground mine services and safety compliance.
• No specific standards or OEM brand requirements are stated in the available data; bidders should assume generic safety and maintenance practices for underground belt conveyors.
• Ensure readiness to operate within the Pench Area’s underground environment and deliver continuous belt maintenance and fault rectification.

Terms & Eligibility

• EMD amount: ₹2,28,700 (as tender security).
• Scope variation: Buyer may adjust contract quantity/duration by up to 25%.
• MSE Purchase Preference: Eligible for up to 25% contract value under MSE policy if bidder is an approved service provider and meets documentary requirements.
• For service bids, the bidder must demonstrate service provision capabilities and submit all required evidence with bid documents.
• No start/end dates provided; bidders should prepare to operate under standard Coal India/Large Mining sector timelines once issued.