NHAI takes steps to curb ‘unathorised’ subcontracting

NEW DELHI: In a move to ensure quality project execution and reduce delays, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has tightened norms to check “unathorised” subcontracting of works by main highway builders. It has said that any “unauthorised subcontracting and subcontracting beyond permissible limits will be classified as ‘undesirable practice’, thereby attracting penalties on par with fraudulent practices”.

The changes in the bid document have been made months after the issue of subcontracting at multiple levels was raised at a meeting chaired by PM Narendra Modi. TOI on June 9 had reported about the PM’s direction to the road transport and highways ministry to formulate “clear norms and standards” for subcontractors.