Independent Engineer Services for NH 19 Handia-Rajatalab Section Operation & Maintenance

This tender, identified by Tender Reference Number NHAI/VNS/Prayagraj/IE/OM/2026 and Tender ID 2026_NHAI_288750_1, is an Open/Advertised tender for Consultancy services, specifically seeking Independent Engineer Services. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), a Public Sector Undertaking, represented by the Regional Officer, is inviting bids for the critical Operation and Maintenance (O&M) phase of the Six Lane Handia-Rajatalab Section of NH 19 in the State of Uttar Pradesh. These services are to be provided under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) Maintenance and Toll Operate Transfer (TOT) Tolling modes. The work is anticipated to span a period of 1095 days, with a bid validity of 120 days. The tender document download and bid submission period commences on August 24, 2026, at 04:50 PM and concludes on October 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM. A tender fee of ₹5,000 is payable to the Regional Office UP East Varanasi, with an exemption for certain entities as per tender documents. Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is listed as ₹0.00. The bid opening is scheduled for October 13, 2026, at 11:30 AM at the Regional Office UP East Varanasi. The tender involves two covers: Cover 1 for Fee/PreQual/Technical details and Cover 2 for financial proposals (BOQ). Potential bidders are advised to refer to the tender documents for comprehensive details on NDA/Pre-Qualification requirements and other specific instructions.