Meghalaya government issues tender for 132 KV transmission line upgrades
The project involves re-conductoring approximately 101.452 circuit kilometres of lines to improve power delivery stability.
The Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited (MeECL) has invited tenders for the re-conductoring and strengthening of 132 KV transmission lines, according to Urban Acres.
The work, managed by the Additional Chief Engineer (T and T)-MePTCL-MeECL department, includes upgrading the 132 KV single circuit line from Mawlai to Sohra. It also covers the 132 KV NEHU to Lad Nongkrem to Mustem to Khliehriat sub-station corridor.
The project involves installing ACSR Panther conductors across a total length of about 101.452 circuit kilometres (CKM). This turn-key contract requires the selected contractor to handle everything from the supply of materials to final commissioning.
Bidders must submit an earnest money deposit (EMD) of Rs 32,00,000 and a tender fee of Rs 59,000. The tender is reserved, meaning eligibility is subject to specific government restrictions.
The tender was published on September 10, 2026, and a pre-bid meeting took place on September 17, 2026. Both the closing and bid opening dates are scheduled for November 4, 2026.
Once the contract is awarded, the estimated period for completing the works is 240 days.