NTPC Biomass Pellets Supply Tender –12.3 Lakh MT

Large-Scale Supply Opportunity for Biomass Pellet Manufacturers & Traders

NTPC Limited has invited domestic bids for the procurement of agro-residue based non-torrefied biomass pellets across seven major thermal power stations in India. The tender offers a 730-day (2-year) supply contract, creating a significant business opportunity for biomass pellet manufacturers, future manufacturers, and eligible traders.

Overview

Product Name: Agro-Residue Based Biomass Pellets (Non-Torrefied)
Tendering Authority: NTPC Limited
Contract Duration: 730 Days (2 Years)
Total Requirement: Approx. 12.30 Lakh Metric Tons (MT)
Eligible Participants: Manufacturers, Future Manufacturers & Traders
Last Date for Bid Submission: 9 July 2026

Power Station-wise Requirement

Technical Specifications

• Raw Material: Agricultural/Crop Residue Only
• ❌ Wood-based pellets are not permitted
• Gross Calorific Value (GCV-ARB): 2800–4000 kcal/kg
• Base Price Reference: 3400 kcal/kg
• Pellet Diameter: Maximum 25 mm
• Pellet Length: Maximum 35 mm
• Moisture Content: Maximum 14%
• Ash Content: Maximum 20%
• Fines: Maximum 5%
• Sulphur Content: Maximum 1%

Eligibility Criteria

• Pellet Manufacturers
• Future Pellet Manufacturers
• Biomass Pellet Traders
• Only Class-I Local Suppliers (100% Local Content) are eligible.
• MSE manufacturers can avail benefits under the Public Procurement Policy, including applicable EMD exemptions and purchase preferences.

Quantity & Allocation

• Minimum Quoted Quantity: 20 TPD
• Quotes should generally be submitted in multiples as specified in the tender.
• Allocation for traders and future manufacturers is capped at 30 TPD per vendor per station.
• Supplies are to be completed over 730 days from the date of the Letter of Award (LOA).

Financial Requirements

Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)

• EMD is linked to the quoted quantity.
• Starts from ₹20 Lakhs (for 20–39 TPD).
• Can go up to ₹20 Crores for very large quoted quantities.

Contract Performance Guarantee (CPG)

• 5% of Total Contract Value
• Reduced to 2.5% for eligible MSE-SC/ST and MSE-Women vendors as per applicable provisions.

Pricing Basis

Bidders must quote a FOR Destination Price, including:

• Ex-factory price
• Transportation cost
• Applicable GST and related charges

Tender Evaluation Method

• Single Stage – Two Envelope System
  • Techno-Commercial Bid
  • Price Bid
• Quantity allocation will follow NTPC’s bucket-filling methodology, beginning with the lowest (L1) price and continuing upward until the required quantity is allocated or the cut-off price is reached.

Mandatory Documents for Tender Participation

1. Bid Security / EMD (as applicable)
2. GST Registration Certificate
3. PAN Card
4. Class-I Local Supplier Declaration
5. Company Registration Documents
6. Partnership Deed / MOA & AOA (where applicable)
7. Technical Datasheet of Biomass Pellets
8. Agro-Residue Compliance Undertaking
9. Past Supply Experience (if available)
10. Power of Attorney / Authorization Letter
11. Acceptance of Tender Terms & Conditions
12. Bank Details & Cancelled Cheque

Terms & Conditions

1. Any additional work shall be charged separately.
2. Expenses such as Tender Fee, EMD, DSC, Stamp Papers, CA Certification, Notarization, Layout Maps, Power of Attorney, etc., shall be borne by the client.
3. The client must ensure complete documentation before submission.
4. KIP shall not be responsible for non-submission due to incomplete documents, non-payment of EMD, portal issues, or any external factors beyond its control.
5. The client is responsible for arranging timely EMD payment.
6. Financial bid preparation and final quote shall be the client’s responsibility.
7. The client must regularly monitor the tender portal after submission for updates and communications.
8. Any post-submission services requested by the client will be charged separately.
9. Professional fees paid to KIP are non-refundable.

Contact KIP Team For Tender Filling
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