PFC invites PMA bids for three transmission projects
Author: PPD Team Date: June 20, 2025
Author: PPD Team Date: June 20, 2025
Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC) has invited bids in three separate packages to provide project management assistance (PMA) for transmission infrastructure works across Andhra Pradesh and Gujarat. All contracts are scheduled for completion within five years.
Package 1: Transmission System for integration of Anantapur-II Renewable Energy Zone (REZ), Phase-I: 4.5 GW. Bid deadline: June 20, 2025.
Package 2: Network Expansion Scheme in Navinal (Mundra) area of Gujarat for drawal of power. Bid deadline: June 28, 2025.
Package 3: Transmission System for Evacuation of Power from potential renewable energy zone in Khavda area of Gujarat under Phase-IV (7 GW): Part A. Bid deadline: June 28, 2025.
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