Assam government issues tender to upgrade Jawaharnagar substation automation system
The project involves replacing existing systems at the 220KV Jawaharnagar Gas Insulated Substation to improve power distribution reliability.
The Government of Assam, through the Assam Electricity Grid Corporation Ltd (AEGCL), has issued a tender to upgrade and replace the Substation Automation System at the 220KV Jawaharnagar Gas Insulated Substation (GIS). According to Urban Acres, the turnkey contract aims to modernise automation systems to improve operational efficiency and reliability at the substation.
The project is estimated to be worth approximately Rs 2.07 crore. The tender requires an earnest money deposit of Rs 4.13 lakh and a tender fee of Rs 1,000.
The scope of the work involves enhancing technological integration at the site to maintain the stability of the electrical grid infrastructure. Improved automation is intended to reduce downtime caused by faults and facilitate better grid management.
The tender was published on November 3, 2026. Bids are scheduled to close on November 25, 2026, with the bid opening slated for the following day.
Once the contract is awarded, the work is scheduled to be executed within 180 days.