33KV VCB Installation at Bicholim Sub-station & Conductor/Pole Replacement in Assonora for Low Voltage Resolution

The Electricity Department, through the Office of the Executive Engineer, Electrical Division V, Bicholim, is inviting sealed bids for an open tender process concerning crucial electrical infrastructure upgrades. This tender, identified by Tender Reference Number Tender-71(26-27)/Div V and Tender ID 2026_ED_32395_1, encompasses two distinct but vital works. Firstly, it seeks proposals for the Service, Erection, Testing, and Commissioning (SETC) of a 33KV outdoor type Vacuum Circuit Breaker (VCB) for the Chowgule feeder at the Bicholim Sub-station. Secondly, the tender addresses the urgent need for the replacement of conductor and deteriorated poles to rectify low voltage issues at the tail end of the Sauchowado Assonora area. The estimated tender value for these works is ₹10,16,722, with a specified work period of 180 days and a bid validity of 180 days. Prospective bidders must note the critical dates: document download commences on October 16, 2026, at 05:00 PM and concludes on October 22, 2026, at 05:00 PM. Bid submissions are open from October 19, 2026, at 01:00 PM until October 22, 2026, at 05:00 PM. The bid opening is scheduled for October 23, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Office of the Executive Engineer, Electrical Division V, Bicholim. A total tender fee of ₹2,533, comprising a processing fee of ₹2,033 and a tender fee of ₹500, is applicable. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹20,334 is also required. The tender is structured with two covers, with Cover 1 for Fee/PreQual/Technical documents (NIT) and Cover 2 for Finance (BOQ). This tender is open to all eligible bidders, and no preferential bidding is allowed.