Annual Operation and Maintenance for NH16 Chennai Tada Section Highway Section

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), a prominent Public Sector Undertaking, through its Regional Office in Chennai, is pleased to announce an Open Tender for the Annual Operation and Maintenance of the Chennai Tada Section of NH16 (Old NH5) from Km 11.000 to Km.21.400 in the State of Tamil Nadu. This critical infrastructure project, falling under the Civil Works product category, requires comprehensive maintenance and operational services for a period of 365 days. The estimated tender value is ₹5,94,85,146, with an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹11,90,000 and a Tender Fee of ₹59,000, both payable to NHAI in Chennai. Bidders are informed that this is a two-cover tender, with Cover 1 designated for Technical Documents and Cover 2 for the Financial Bid. The tender documents will be available for download from 10:45 AM on October 13, 2026, and submissions will be accepted until 05:00 PM on November 12, 2026. The bid opening is scheduled for 05:00 PM on November 13, 2026, at the Regional Office, NHAI Chennai. Prospective bidders, particularly those with Class A tenderer classification, are invited to review the detailed tender documents available for download and submit their proposals accordingly. This procurement adheres to the "Percentage" form of contract and allows for withdrawal of bids. Further details regarding technical evaluation, NDA/Pre-qualification requirements, and specific work item details are provided within the tender documentation.