Deadline extension hints at vendor jitters over heater specs – 22 May 2025

The May 29 extension hints at industry pushback

Vendors reportedly grappling with integration demands spanning thyristor control, blackout-safe design, and process reliability.

EIL has refused to recognize parent or group experience abroad—only firms with Indian credentials and domestic project references will clear eligibility.

Despite OEM requests, vendor list remains fixed—only pre-approved Indian vendors in electrical, instrumentation, and fabrication will be entertained.

A separate item under this tender links heater supply to feed drier regen systems—implying cross-stream synchronization within PDH-PP layout.