NTPC Invites Open Bids for Deployment of Crawler Excavator at Kerandari Coal Mining Project
NTPC issues a domestic tender via GeM for a 12-month contract deploying a 2 cum excavator at Kerandari Coal Mining Project, requiring Class-I local suppliers with a minimum average annual turnover of Rs 82 lakh.
Ranchi, 27 November 2025: NTPC Limited, a flagship Government of India enterprise, has announced a tender for the deployment of a crawler or chain-mounted excavator with a minimum bucket capacity of 2 cubic meters at the Kerandari Coal Mining Project (KDCMP). The contract is initially for 12 months, with the possibility of extending it by three additional months under the same terms and conditions. This tender is being conducted through domestic competitive bidding via the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal on an open tender basis.
The tendering process will follow a Single Stage Two Envelope system, with Envelope I dedicated to the techno-commercial evaluation and Envelope II covering the financial or price bid. The successful bidder will be responsible for operating the crawler excavator to manage coal and material handling at the site. The diesel fuel supply and transportation are to be managed by the bidder, while NTPC will reimburse fuel costs at a rate of 27.5 liters per hour, based on actual usage, supported by proper documentation, such as receipts from nearby fuel stations.
Only Class-I local suppliers, as defined under the Public Procurement (Preference to Make in India) Order 2017 and its subsequent amendments, are eligible to participate. Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience over the last seven years in handling coal, soil, rocks, or similar materials, or in deploying heavy mining machinery. The tender outlines that bidders should have completed orders with values ranging between ₹33 lakh and ₹66 lakh, depending on the number of projects executed. Experience gained through joint ventures or consortiums will also be considered proportionally.
On the financial side, bidders are required to have an average annual turnover of at least ₹82 lakh over the past three financial years. In cases where the bidder does not meet this requirement independently, the holding company may extend financial support via a formal undertaking and board resolution. Supporting financial documents, including audited statements or certificates from practicing Chartered Accountants, must accompany the bid to validate eligibility.
The bid security (EMD) for this project is ₹1,00,000, which must be submitted either electronically or in a separate sealed envelope. Bids must be submitted online through the GeM portal, as NTPC will not issue hard copies of the bidding documents. No pre-bid conference is scheduled, and the tender will remain open according to the GeM portal schedule.
NTPC reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids without providing any reason. Interested parties are encouraged to access the detailed tender documents on the GeM portal (https://gem.gov.in) and ensure full compliance with technical, financial, and regulatory requirements. This tender represents a significant opportunity for Indian suppliers and mining contractors to participate in one of NTPC’s key coal handling projects.