The Millennium Challenge Account Nepal (MCA-Nepal) has signed a contract with Ashish–Bozlar JV for the construction of a 117-km transmission line contract on Friday.
MCA Nepal Executive Director Khadga Bahadur Bisht and Nirman Gauli, the representative of Ashish-Bozlar JV, signed the contract amidst a ceremony in the presence of the office-bearers of MCC and MCA-Nepal.
This is a segment of 315 km transmission line that stretches from Lapsiphedi substation in Kathmandu to Ratmate substation in Nuwakot to New Hetauda substation in Makwanpur.
Following an international competitive bidding process, MCA-Nepal awarded the contract valued at approximately USD 76.65 million. The project includes the design, installation, testing, and commissioning of 400 kV transmission lines. The contractor is expected to complete the work within a contract period of 42 months.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Ms. Diane L. Francisco, MCC Resident Country Director, said, “The signing of this contract represents a wonderful milestone in the implementation of the Nepal Compact. This accomplishment is the result of the profound commitment and dedication of the MCA to the successful completion of this critical transmission line and its promise for the future development and prosperity of the Nepali people.”
Mr. Khadga Bahadur Bisht added, “MCA-Nepal has achieved a significant milestone in the implementation of the MCC Nepal Compact by signing this contract with Ashish–Bozlar JV today. It is a major achievement that all contracts for transmission line construction under the Electricity Transmission Project have now been awarded.”
Previously, MCA-Nepal had awarded contracts for the construction of a 198 km transmission line, covering the sections from Ratmate Substation in Nuwakot district to New Damauli Substation in Tanahu district, and then onward to New Butwal Substation in Nawalparasi district, with a final interconnection to the Nepal–India border with an 18 km segment.
In addition, contracts have also been awarded for the construction of the Ratmate, New Damauli, and New Butwal substations.
The MCC Nepal Compact represents a landmark investment of $697 million in Nepal’s long-term economic development, laying the foundation for increased private sector investment.
Through its Electricity Transmission and Road Maintenance Projects, the Compact aims to enhance connectivity and stimulate economic growth by strengthening critical infrastructure, facilitating cross-border energy trade, and improving Nepal’s transportation network.
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