Archive · 18 Sep 2025
NHAI Issues New Rules for Highway Project Bids
NHAI is changing the rules for companies building highways to ensure quality.
They're clarifying the definition of 'Similar Work,' making sure companies have relevant experience.
Unauthorized subcontracting is now penalized.
They are also stopping companies from using financial guarantees from outside sources, focusing on accountability.
These changes are aimed at better roads, on time, and within budget, leading to improved highway projects.
NHAI clarified rules for National Highway projects to improve quality.
Clarification on 'Similar Work' criteria for contractor qualification.
Unauthorized subcontracting will now face penalties.
Third-party securities for bids and performance are prohibited.
The changes seek to enhance financial transparency and accountability.
- Who
- NHAI, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
- What
- Issued clarifications to RFP provisions for highway projects
- When
- Announced on September 18, 2025
- Where
- National Highway Projects
- Why
- To improve project quality, reduce delays, and lower costs
- Organization
- NHAI
- Focus
- National Highway Projects
- Action
- Clarified and strengthened RFP provisions
- Key Changes
- Clarified 'Similar Work', limited subcontracting, banned third-party securities
- Published
- September 18, 2025