New Delhi: REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited (RECPDCL), a wholly owned subsidiary of REC Limited, has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the development of the ERES-47: Nawada–Durgapur–Jeerat (New) 765kV inter-state transmission corridor. The project, aimed at strengthening India’s Eastern Region power grid, will be executed under the Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) route.
The bid submission deadline has been set for 11 August 2026 (15:00 IST).
Major 765kV Transmission Corridor Across Bihar and West Bengal
The proposed transmission project is designed to complete and strengthen the 765kV network in the Eastern Region, improving power reliability for Bihar, West Bengal, and the Kolkata region.
Key components of the project include:
- New 765/400/220 kV substation at Nawada (Bihar)
- New 765kV switching station at Durgapur (West Bengal)
- LILO of Gaya–Ballia 765kV single circuit line at Nawada
- Nawada–Durgapur (New) 765kV double circuit line
- Durgapur (New)–Jeerat (New) 765kV double circuit line
- Extension of Jeerat (New) 765/400kV substation
The Scheduled Commercial Operation Date (SCOD) for the project is 31 March 2029.
BOOT Model with 35-Year Concession Period
The transmission corridor will be developed on a Build, Own, Operate and Transfer (BOOT) basis. The selected developer will operate the project for 35 years, after which the assets will be transferred to the Central Transmission Utility (CTU) at zero cost.
Key Bidding Timeline and Requirements
RECPDCL has outlined a structured bidding process through the MSTC e-platform.
Important Dates
- Bid Submission Deadline: 11 August 2026 (15:00 IST)
- Technical Bid Opening: 11 August 2026 (15:30 IST) at Central Electricity Authority
Financial and Compliance Details
- RFP Document Fee: ₹5,00,000 + 18% GST (or USD 7,000 + GST)
- Bid Bond: ₹55.32 crore (via bank guarantee, surety bond, or POI)
- Mandatory Pre-Award Integrity Pact after RFP purchase
- Selection through e-reverse auction based on lowest transmission charges
Strategic Importance for Eastern Region Power Stability
The ERES-47 transmission corridor is a critical infrastructure project aimed at strengthening the Eastern Regional grid and improving long-term power reliability.
Key benefits include:
- Enhanced 765kV interconnection to Kolkata and surrounding areas
- Support for growing electricity demand in Bihar and West Bengal
- Enabling 1200 MW ISTS connectivity for NTPC’s Nabinagar Stage-II
- Strengthening BSPTCL drawal infrastructure through 220kV links
- Integration into the planned 765kV Eastern Region transmission ring network
The project has been recommended by the Eastern Regional Power Committee (ERPC), Technical Coordination Committee (TCC), and approved in the 38th National Committee on Transmission (NCT) meeting.
Boost to India’s Transmission Infrastructure Push
This initiative is part of India’s broader effort to modernize and expand its interstate transmission network, ensuring stable power flow and supporting rising industrial and urban electricity demand in eastern states.
About RECPDCL
REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited (RECPDCL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of REC Limited, operating under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. It plays a key role in facilitating power transmission projects through competitive bidding and provides consultancy services for the development and strengthening of India’s electricity infrastructure.
