By Adv. Gaurav Kumar, Founder, Bid Nexa · Live figures from state e-procurement portals · General information, not legal advice.
On 7 November 2026, state e-procurement portals tracked by BidNexa listed 8,313 active road construction tenders across 16 states and UTs, with a median value of ₹8.47 lakh. To win them, meet the contractor registration and experience conditions, price from the BOQ line by line, and avoid the common rejection points below.
Where the demand is right now
| State / UT | Active tenders |
|---|---|
| Kerala | 4,162 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,800 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 786 |
| Tamil Nadu | 533 |
| Odisha | 371 |
| Maharashtra | 169 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 154 |
| Uttarakhand | 94 |
| Goa | 71 |
| Punjab | 55 |
Source: NIC GePNIC state e-procurement portals (active tender listings, 16 states), data as of 7 November 2026.
Who is buying
| Buying office | Active tenders |
|---|---|
| Local Self Government Department (Kerala) | 4011 |
| Directorate Urban Administration and Development (Madhya Pradesh) | 535 |
| CE RW I (Odisha) | 239 |
| Chief Engineer PWD Central Zone,Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | 220 |
| MAWS (Tamil Nadu) | 206 |
| Panchayati Raj Department (Uttar Pradesh) | 204 |
| Directorate of Town Panchayats (Tamil Nadu) | 172 |
| Chief Engineer Gorakhpur Zone PWD Gorakhpur UP (Uttar Pradesh) | 162 |
Source: NIC GePNIC state e-procurement portals (active tender listings, 16 states), data as of 7 November 2026.
Values and EMD seen
Median value ₹8.47 lakh; range ₹1 to ₹2212.22 crore. EMD from ₹1 to ₹22.12 crore. Eligible MSEs may be exempt from EMD where the tender allows. Confirm in the tender document / NIT.
Source: NIC GePNIC state e-procurement portals (active tender listings, 16 states), data as of 7 November 2026.
Eligibility you will usually need
- Contractor registration in a class that covers the estimated cost
- Similar completed works within the period the tender sets, backed by completion certificates
- Average annual turnover at the level the tender sets
- Bid capacity, where the formula is given in the tender
- Key plant, equipment and technical staff
Licences and certificates
- Contractor registration in the class for road works
- Completion certificates for similar road works
- Ownership or hire proof for key plant such as a hot mix plant, where asked
- Labour licence, EPF and ESIC registration
Confirm in the tender document / NIT.
Pricing tip for road construction
Road tenders often require access to specific plant within a distance of the site. Confirm this before you spend time on the bid.
Why road construction bids get rejected
- Contractor registration class below the tender value
- Experience certificates that do not show 'similar work' as defined in the tender
- BOQ uploaded in the wrong format or with edited cells
- EMD or its exemption proof missing or not in the required form
- Unsigned or incomplete declarations and affidavits
Live district pages
- Road Construction tenders in Thrissur (464 active)
- Road Construction tenders in Malappuram (449 active)
- Road Construction tenders in Palakkad (393 active)
- Road Construction tenders in Kannur (355 active)
- Road Construction tenders in Kollam (318 active)
- Road Construction tenders in Thiruvananthapuram (289 active)
- Road Construction tenders in Ernakulam (284 active)
- Road Construction tenders in Kozhikode (284 active)
Frequently asked questions
What equipment is needed for road construction tenders?
Road tenders commonly ask for access to plant such as a hot mix plant, paver, rollers and tippers, owned or on hire. Some also set a maximum distance from the site. The list depends on the scope and value. Confirm in the tender document / NIT.
Where are road construction tenders published?
State departments publish on their state e-procurement portals, central offices on CPPP (eprocure.gov.in), and many goods and services are bought on GeM. The tender notice names the portal and the buyer.
Can BidNexa help with road construction tenders?
Yes. Bid Nexa checks eligibility, prepares documents and reviews your bid before you submit it yourself. We are independent and not affiliated with any portal or buyer.
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