BHEL receives Limited Notice to Proceed from DVC for 1x800 MW Durgapur Power Station Project
Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL) has secured a significant operational milestone on the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) project, having received a Limited Notice to Proceed (LNTP). The notice pertains to the 1x800 MW Durgapur supercritical thermal power station and enables BHEL to initiate crucial preparatory work for the Main plant package.The LNTP allows BHEL to commence advanced engineering and begin the ordering of critical long lead items required for the project under the Main plant package. This development follows BHEL emerging as the successful bidder in a major tender conducted by DVC for the supply and execution of the Main plant package, which includes the Boiler, Turbine, and Generator components.
The contract is valued at over Rs. 90 Cr. excluding GST. As both BHEL and DVC are Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), the partnership falls under a domestic entity awarding a substantial international competitive bidding opportunity.
Details regarding the order and associated terms include:
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Awarding Entity | Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), Kolkata |
| Project Scope | Main plant package for 1x800 MW Durgapur supercritical thermal power station |
| Nature of Current Order | LNTP for initiating advance engineering and ordering of critical long lead items |
| Value/Size | Over Rs. 90 Cr. excl. GST |
| Parties Status | Both BHEL and DVC are Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) |
| Contract Duration (LNTP) | 10 months from the date of issuance |
The current LNTP, received on June 10, 2026, is dedicated to enabling the preparatory stages of the project. The full order for the supply and execution of the Main plant package by DVC is scheduled to be awarded upon the completion of 10 months from the date the LNTP was issued.
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