Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Selection of a Project Developer and Manager for the Establishment, Operation and Maintenance of a Biochar Plant using Invasive Species Biomass under a Voluntary Carbon Market Framework
Tender Specifications & Timeline
15 FieldsAward of Contract (AOC) Details
Awardee / Contractor
Varaha ClimateAg Pvt Ltd
Award Date: 07-Mar-2026
Completion Period: 120 Days
Contract Financials & Scope
INR 68,500,000
Contract Award Info Updated 07-Mar-2026 04:41 PM by Yogesh Kulal
Total Bidders
3
Winning Bid (H1)
₹6.85 Cr
Estimated Value (PAC)
₹8.50 Cr
Margin vs Estimate
-19.41%
Completion Period
120 days
AOC Award Date
07-Mar-2026
| Rank | Bidder / Contractor | Quoted Bid | Gap vs H1 | vs Estimate | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | Varaha ClimateAg Pvt Ltd#1555538 | ₹6.85 Cr | 0.0% (H1) | -19.41% | Accepted-AOC |
| H2 | ₹8.46 Cr | +23.44% | Rejected-Fin | Rejected-Finance | |
| DQ | YUKRA PROJECTS PRIVATE LIMITED#1556770 | — | — | Rejected-Tech | Rejected-Technical |
This tender covers request for Proposal (RFP) for the Selection of a Project Developer and Manager for the Establishment, Operation and Maintenance of a Biochar Plant using Invasive Species Biomass under a Voluntary Carbon Market Framework, issued by Tamilnadu Forest Department under reference SMMDIV/1640/2025. The estimated contract value is ₹8.50 Cr, and the tender is currently Expired. Following contract finalisation, the work has been awarded to Varaha ClimateAg Pvt Ltd for a total value of ₹6.85 Cr.
This procurement is part of ongoing efforts by central government agencies and public sector undertakings to maintain and upgrade public infrastructure and services in Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve. Vendors interested in similar opportunities can browse other tenders from the same issuing organisation below.
The Financial Score is 52 based on Capital Cost, Biomass Price payable and Share payable to Authority. The Department will incur continuous loss based on the Financial Model.
since the bidder is technically qualified and emerged as highest scorer. further they are sharing more revenue to government than other bidder
Not qaulified
| Bidder | Submitted On | Status | Fin. Value | Rank | Remarks / Logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Proclime Services Private Limited #1557661 | 12-Jan-2026 12:38 PM | Rejected-Finance Updated: 02-Mar-2026 08:49 PM | 8,45,57,023.00 | H2 | The Financial Score is 52 based on Capital Cost, Biomass Price payable and Share payable to Authority. The Department will incur continuous loss based on the Financial Model. |
Varaha ClimateAg Pvt Ltd #1555538 | 10-Jan-2026 03:27 PM | Accepted-AOC Updated: 07-Mar-2026 04:41 PM | 6,85,00,000.00 | H1 | since the bidder is technically qualified and emerged as highest scorer. further they are sharing more revenue to government than other bidder |
YUKRA PROJECTS PRIVATE LIMITED #1556770 | 12-Jan-2026 10:34 AM | Rejected-Technical Updated: 14-Feb-2026 09:21 AM | — | — | Not qaulified |
Bid Evaluation Details & Logs
technical bid opening
Date: 14-Feb-2026 08:52 AM
Officer: Yogesh Kulal
technical bids admitted as above.
technical evaluation
Date: 14-Feb-2026 09:21 AM
Officer: Yogesh Kulal
finance bid opening
Date: 02-Mar-2026 08:20 PM
Officer: Yogesh Kulal
Bids Approved as per above.
finance evaluation
Date: 02-Mar-2026 08:49 PM
Officer: Yogesh Kulal
About This Procurement Notice
This Tamil Nadu state government tender was issued by Tamilnadu Forest Department. The estimated contract value is ₹8.50 Cr. Bids must be submitted by 12-Jan-2026 06:00 PM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- QWhat is the status of the tender "Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Selection of a Project Developer and Manager "?
- The current status of this tender is "Expired". The submission deadline is 12-Jan-2026 06:00 PM. This information is sourced from official government procurement portals.
- QWho issued this Tamil Nadu government tender?
- This tender was issued by Tamilnadu Forest Department. The reference number is SMMDIV/1640/2025. It is a Tamil Nadu state government procurement notice.
- QWhat is the estimated value of this tender?
- The estimated tender value is ₹8.50 Cr. This is the approximate contract value as disclosed in the official tender document.
- QWho won the contract for this tender?
- The contract for "Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Selection of a Project Developer and Manager for the Establishment, Operation and Maintenance of a Biochar Plant using Invasive Species Biomass under a Voluntary Carbon Market Framework" has been awarded to Varaha ClimateAg Pvt Ltd with an awarded contract value of ₹6.85 Cr.
- QWhat is the final awarded contract value?
- The final awarded contract value is ₹6.85 Cr (19.41% below the estimated PAC of ₹8.50 Cr).