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NTPC Limited has issued a tender to procure 219,000 tonnes of non-torrefied biomass pellets for its coal-fired thermal power plant in Dadri, Uttar Pradesh. This initiative aims to co-fire biomass with coal, reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable energy practices. The deadline for bid submission is January 28, 2025.

1. Project Overview:
   • Supply of non-torrefied biomass pellets to NTPC Dadri.
   • Minimum 50% of raw material must be paddy straw/stubble from Punjab, Haryana, or NCR.
   • Certification from a nominated authority is mandatory for raw material procurement.
2. About NTPC:
   • India’s largest power generation company with over 73,824 MW installed capacity.
   • Aims to have 30% non-fossil fuel-based generation by 2032.
3. Scope of Work:
   • Supply, transport, and delivery of biomass pellets to NTPC Dadri.
   • Unloading provided by NTPC if pellets are loose-filled. Bagged materials require supplier handling and costs.
4. Specifications for Biomass Pellets:
   • Base Material: Minimum 50% agro residue (paddy straw/stubble).
   • Shape & Size: Diameter ≤ 25 mm, length ≤ 35 mm.
   • Moisture Content: ≤ 14%.
   • Calorific Value: 2800–3400 kcal/kg.
   • Fines (<3 mm): ≤ 5%.
5. Delivery and Quality Compliance:
   • Daily supply for one year.
   • Materials not meeting the quality parameters (e.g., excessive fines, moisture >14%) will be rejected.
   • Consignments require tagging with detailed technical specifications.
6. Price and Payment Adjustments:
   • Base rate: ₹8282.4/MT (including GST).
   • Price adjustments are based on deviations in calorific value (GCV):
     • GCV < 2800 kcal/kg: Payable at 75% or 50%, depending on the range.
     • GCV < 2000 kcal/kg: No payment.
7. Raw Material Guidelines:
   • Acceptable materials: Agro residue, certain additives (e.g., lignin, starch), and limited mixing materials.
   • Wood from tree cutting is prohibited.
8. Testing Standards and Methods:
   • Moisture: Tested on-site before unloading.
   • GCV, Fines, and Dimensions: Assessed using ISO standards or equivalent.
   • Disputes resolved with NABL-accredited lab analysis, costs shared by NTPC and the supplier.
9. Environmental and Economic Benefits:
   • Reduces CO2 emissions, making biomass pellets a renewable energy source.
   • Addresses environmental concerns like stubble burning and air pollution.
10. Miscellaneous Provisions:
    • Transportation by covered trucks or rail (with NTPC’s consent).
    • Sampling and analysis done by NTPC in the supplier’s presence.
    • Repeated quality failures can result in contract cancellation.
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