NHAI Invites Bids for ₹331.37 Crore User Fee Collection Tender at Palayam Fee Plaza on NH44 in Krishnagiri
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has invited limited bids for engaging a user fee collection agency at Palayam Fee Plaza, located at Km 154.500 on NH44 in the Krishnagiri–Thumbipadi section of Tamil Nadu. The contract is valued at ₹331.37 crore and will be awarded through an e-tender process.
Key Takeaways
- ✓NHAI seeks a user fee collection agency for Palayam Fee Plaza on NH44, Krishnagiri–Thumbipadi section.
- ✓Estimated contract value is ₹331.37 crore.
- ✓Bidding is through a limited, item-rate e-tender on EPROCURE.
- ✓No EMD or tender fee is required for participation.
- ✓Bid submission closes on 10 August 2026 at 11:00 AM.
- ✓Bid validity is set for 120 days from submission.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has floated a limited tender inviting bids for the engagement of a user fee collection agency at the Palayam Fee Plaza, situated at Km 154.500 on National Highway 44. This key toll point lies in the Krishnagiri to Thumbipadi section in Tamil Nadu, a crucial corridor for regional and long-distance traffic.
With an estimated contract value of ₹331.37 crore, the tender aims to streamline toll revenue management at this busy highway stretch. Interested agencies can participate through the EPROCURE portal, with the bid window open from 4 August to 10 August 2026.
Scope of Work
- Engagement of a user fee collection agency for Palayam Fee Plaza at Km 154.500 on NH44.
- The contract covers the Krishnagiri to Thumbipadi section in Tamil Nadu.
- Selection of agency will be based on EQ (Eligibility Qualification) through an e-tender process.
- Tender type is limited and contract is on an item rate basis.
- Scope includes all services related to toll fee collection as per NHAI requirements.
Key dates and fee details for the Palayam Fee Plaza user fee collection tender are as follows:
Tender Summary
How to Apply
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Access the tender documents and details on the EPROCURE portal.
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Download the NIT and tender documents starting from 4 August 2026 at 09:00 AM.
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Prepare and submit the financial proposal in the prescribed format (.xls) as per tender instructions.
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No EMD or tender fee is required for this tender.
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Submit bids online before the deadline on 10 August 2026 at 11:00 AM.
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Bids will be opened at NHAI HQ on 11 August 2026 at 11:30 AM.
Why It Matters
This tender will determine the agency responsible for managing toll collection at a major fee plaza on NH44, directly impacting revenue flow and operational efficiency on one of Tamil Nadu’s busiest highway stretches.
Interested agencies should review the tender documents and submit their bids via the EPROCURE portal before 11:00 AM on 10 August 2026. Timely participation is essential, as the bid window is limited.
