Madhya Pradesh Invites Bids For Transmission Project To Evacuate 600 MW From Morena Solar Park

Madhya Pradesh Power Transmission Company Limited (MPPTCL) has started the bidding process for an important transmission project that will support the state’s renewable energy development goals. The project is aimed at evacuating 600 MW of power from the Morena Phase-1 Solar Park and strengthening the associated transmission system. This bidding has been launched on a turnkey basis, which means the selected contractor will be responsible for delivering the project completely and making it ready for operation. This announcement marks a crucial step in ensuring that the growing solar power capacity in Madhya Pradesh can be smoothly integrated into the state’s electricity grid.

The total work under the project has been divided into two major parts. Part A of the project comes under the MPPTCL component. It includes building a new 400 kV substation at Sabalgarh, which will play a central role in managing the electricity flow. Along with this, the contractor will have to set up a 400 kV DCDS transmission line from Morena Pooling 765 kV (ISTS) to the new Sabalgarh 400 kV substation. This section of the work also includes carrying out line-in line-out work for existing 220 kV circuits at the Sabalgarh substation. These components are essential to ensure that the power system remains stable while transporting electricity over long distances.

Part B of the project is known as the RUMSL component. This part is specifically linked to infrastructure work at the solar park area. It involves constructing 33/220 kV pooling substations at two pooling station sites known as PSS-1 and PSS-2. Further, the plan includes constructing 220 kV transmission lines connecting both these pooling stations to the newly planned Sabalgarh 400 kV substation. These infrastructures will form the backbone of the system needed to collect the solar power generated at the Morena Phase-1 Solar Park and inject it into the main grid for supply to consumers. Together, these works are expected to enable the smooth evacuation of the planned 600 megawatts of solar power.

The tendering process for this project is being carried out through Open Competitive Bidding with international advertisement, ensuring wide participation and high-quality competition. The procedure follows the Asian Development Bank’s Single-Stage: Two-Envelope system. Interested bidders are required to submit their bids online via the e-tendering portal of the state.

The tender has been given the identification code ADB/RUMSL/MPPTCL/TR-601 and involves specific financial conditions. The tender document can be purchased for a non-refundable fee of ₹59,000. In addition, bidders must submit an Earnest Money Deposit or bid security of ₹6,50,00,000, which amounts to Rupees Six Crore Fifty Lakhs.

Several important dates have been announced as part of the tender timeline. A pre-bid conference has been scheduled for 16 December 2025 at 16:00 hours IST to allow bidders to seek clarifications. The final online opening date for the tender has been fixed for 16 January 2026. Interested companies have been advised to regularly check the official website for any changes or announcements, as updates and addenda may be issued. The Madhya Pradesh Power Transmission Company Limited has also stated that it reserves the right to accept or reject any tender, whether in full or in part, without giving any reason. This transmission development will play a key role in supporting the state’s renewable energy expansion and ensuring effective delivery of solar power to the grid.