IOCL has awarded the Naob Rambili HFHSD front-end design and survey package to Saga Global… – Downstream contracting briefs: Awards (Part II), 23 Oct 2025

1) MAWP relaxation attempt rejected in PLL Dahej

Vendors sought to drop the drinking-water pump MAWP from 18.6 to 16 kg/cm²g; EIL said to follow MR. The stance preserves surge/temperature headroom in a polymer-linked utility. Expect fewer warranty disputes at the cost of higher casting/pressure-part specs.

2) Saga Global takes HFHSD Naob Rambili design job just below estimate

IOCL has awarded the Naob Rambili HFHSD front-end design and survey package to Saga Global, edging in slightly under the owner estimate. The bid spread is unusually wide, with L2 more than 55% above L1 and PDIL over triple. The structure loads quality assurance onto the consultant via IIT vetting and tight 6-month delivery.

3) CDU-3 CBD replacement awarded on steep L2 gap

A two-year, non-divisible rate contract for CDU-3 CBD replacement at Kochi has closed on overall L1. The second quote sat 43.3% higher, hinting at asymmetric risk pricing. The clause stack will decide whether that gap becomes margin or mitigation.