Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has received a Limited Notice to Proceed (LNTP) from Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) for the 1×800 MW Durgapur supercritical thermal power station. This notice allows BHEL to commence advance engineering and order critical long-lead items for the main plant package. The formal order for supply and execution is expected upon the completion of 10 months from the LNTP issuance date.
BHEL Awarded LNTP for Durgapur Power Project
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has been awarded a Limited Notice to Proceed (LNTP) from the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), Kolkata. This development pertains to the 1×800 MW Durgapur supercritical thermal power station. The LNTP enables BHEL to initiate the advance engineering and order critical long-lead items for the main plant package of this significant project.
Project Details and Next Steps
The contract, awarded by a domestic entity, is part of an International Competitive Bidding process. The LNTP is valid for 10 months from its issuance date, which was June 10, 2026. During this period, BHEL will focus on the engineering and procurement of essential components. The full order for the supply and execution of the main plant package is anticipated to be awarded by DVC upon the conclusion of these 10 months.
Financial Scope and Parties Involved
The broad consideration for this order is estimated to be over Rs. 90 Crore, excluding GST. Both BHEL and DVC are Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), indicating that this transaction does not fall under related party transactions conducted at less than arm’s length. This project marks a key step forward in the expansion of supercritical thermal power generation capacity.
Source: BSE
