Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited (RCF) is setting up a Briquette Fired Boiler at its Thal unit to utilize biomass (white coal) as fuel. The greenfield project aims to generate low-cost steam and reduce the variable cost of chemical production. As of late 2025, RCF has invited tenders for civil works and biomass briquette supply.
Project Summary — RCF Thal Briquette Fired Boiler
| Project Name | Briquette Fired Boiler Project |
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| Company | Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd (RCF) |
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| Location | RCF Thal Unit, Thal–Alibag, Raigad District, Maharashtra |
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| Project Type | Greenfield utility project |
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| Fuel Source | Biomass briquettes (agricultural waste / white coal) |
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| Objective | Low-cost steam generation to reduce variable cost of chemical production |
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| Current Status (2025) | Under development; civil works & biomass supply tenders issued |
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PMC / Contractor / Engineering
| PMC | To be appointed / not publicly disclosed |
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| EPC / Civil Contractor | Tender invited for welfare building & related civil works (late 2025) |
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| Fuel Supply | Separate tenders issued for agricultural waste-based biomass briquettes |
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Business Opportunities — What Vendors Should Watch
| Major Packages | Boiler system, fuel handling, ash handling, civil & structural works, utilities |
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| Equipment Requirements | Biomass boiler, conveyors, hoppers, feeders, ESP/bag filters, stacks, pumps |
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| Raw Material Supply | Agricultural waste-based biomass briquettes (white coal) |
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| Power & Utilities | Auxiliary power, water treatment, steam distribution systems |
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| Job Opportunities | Civil & erection jobs during construction; boiler operators & maintenance staff during operations |
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| Vendor Scope | Boiler OEMs, EPC subcontractors, biomass suppliers, civil contractors, E&I vendors |
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Strategic & Environmental Impact
- Reduces fuel cost and variable production expenses.
- Promotes use of renewable biomass and circular economy.
- Lowers carbon footprint compared to fossil fuels.
- Strengthens RCF’s sustainability and ESG profile.
Vendor / Procurement Contact
Vendors should monitor RCF’s official website and government tender portals for updates related to civil works, boiler systems, and biomass briquette supply tenders.
