# Public tenders

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last-updated: 2026-10-14T01:04:16.569616+00:00
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# Hyhama receiving station augmentation, 1×10 MVA to 2×10 MVA

The Sub Transmission Division Sopore seeks a turnkey augmentation of the Hyhama receiving station from 1×10 MVA to 2×10 MVA under the UT Capex programme. The portal lists a tender value of ₹9,058,000, a 120-day work period, and a ₹2,003 fee. The bid requires Class A registration, tax and turnover records, a ₹181,160 EMD, tender acceptance and experience evidence. Bids close on 2 November 2026 at 14:00 as printed; the page gives no time zone.

- Status: open
- Country: IN
- Buyer: Executive Engineer STD Sopore
- Submission deadline: 2026-11-02 (date)
- Original notice: https://jktenders.gov.in/nicgep/app?component=%24DirectLink&page=Home&service=direct&session=T&sp=SLqfwajEAB%2BeH9ZR4CJPGCQ%3D%3D
- Source checked: 2026-10-14T00:59:44.658623Z

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title: "Annual Rate Contract for Reclamation of Power Transformers through SSI Units under the jurisdiction of Sub Transmission Division Sopore for the Year 2026-27 or till next Rate Contract is finalized"
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last-updated: 2026-10-11T23:52:36.714347+00:00
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# Annual Rate Contract for Reclamation of Power Transformers through SSI Units under the jurisdiction of Sub Transmission Division Sopore for the Year 2026-27 or till next Rate Contract is finalized

The Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Department invites bids for an open 2026–27 rate contract to reclaim power transformers through SSI units under Sub Transmission Division Sopore, until a replacement rate contract is concluded. The stated work period and bid validity are both 180 days. Work locations include Baramulla, Kupwara, Sopore, Tangmarg and Uri. Tender value is shown as NA. The fee is ₹2,000 and the EMD is ₹160,000, with exemption allowed for each. Bids close on 4 November 2026 at 14:00; the page does not state a timezone. The page identifies the requirement as Class A tenderers.

- Status: open
- Country: IN
- Buyer: Executive Engineer STD Sopore
- Submission deadline: 2026-11-04 (date)
- Original notice: https://jktenders.gov.in/nicgep/app?component=%24DirectLink&page=Home&service=direct&session=T&sp=SUfCPX5LZdDHLjMByrVC85g%3D%3D
- Source checked: 2026-10-11T23:47:57.935234Z

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