Ministry of Road Transport and Highways Invites Bids for ₹491.87 Crore NH-133 Widening Project in Jharkhand
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has floated a ₹491.87 crore tender for widening and strengthening the NH-133 stretch from Hansdiha to Chopa More in Jharkhand. The project aims to upgrade the highway to four lanes with paved shoulders under EPC mode.
Key Takeaways
- ✓MoRTH invites open bids for NH-133 widening from Hansdiha to Chopa More in Jharkhand.
- ✓Estimated project value is ₹491.87 crore under EPC contract mode.
- ✓Bid submission is open from 13 August to 1 September 2026 via EPROCURE.
- ✓EMD of ₹4.92 crore and tender fee of ₹59,000 are required, both payable offline.
- ✓Pre-bid meeting scheduled for 11 August 2026 at Transport Bhawan, New Delhi.
- ✓Tender notice number: RW/PIU/Dhanbad/bid/NH133.
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has invited bids for a major highway upgrade project in Jharkhand. The tender, valued at ₹491.87 crore, covers the widening and strengthening of the NH-133 stretch from Hansdiha (Design Ch 92.380 km) to Chopa More (Design km 129.370).
This project will be executed under the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) mode and aims to expand the existing road to a four-lane highway with paved shoulders, enhancing connectivity and safety for road users in the region.
Scope of Work
- Widening and strengthening of NH-133 from Hansdiha (Design Ch 92.380 km) to Chopa More (Design km 129.370) in Jharkhand.
- Upgradation to a four-lane highway with paved shoulders.
- Project to be executed under EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contract mode.
- Includes civil works as specified in the tender documents.
- Scope covers all works detailed in the RFP and associated annexures.
Key dates, fees, and EMD details for the NH-133 Jharkhand tender are as follows:
Tender Summary
How to Apply
- 1
Download the tender documents from the EPROCURE portal starting 15 July 2026.
- 2
Pay the tender fee of ₹59,000 offline to PAO(NH), Kolkata.
- 3
Submit the EMD of ₹4.92 crore offline to PAO(NH), Kolkata via Demand Draft, Bankers Cheque, Bank Guarantee, or NTRP.
- 4
Attend the pre-bid meeting at Transport Bhawan, New Delhi on 11 August 2026 at 2:30 PM.
- 5
Submit bids online on EPROCURE between 13 August 2026 (11:00 AM) and 1 September 2026 (5:00 PM).
Why It Matters
Upgrading NH-133 to four lanes with paved shoulders will significantly improve road safety, reduce travel time, and boost economic activity for communities along the Hansdiha–Chopa More corridor in Jharkhand.
Interested contractors should review the tender documents and ensure all requirements are met before submitting their bids by 1 September 2026. Early participation is encouraged to address any clarifications before the deadline.
