LEASE: Operation, Maintenance and Management of Malata, Manga, and Sambli Rest Areas on E-75 Murree Expressway

NOTE: This is an AUCTION/LEASE notice, not a procurement tender. Bidders pay the department to acquire ownership, lease, rental, or collection rights. The National Highway Authority (NHA) invites sealed bids for the lease rights to operate, maintain, and manage three rest areas along the E-75 Murree Expressway, connecting Islamabad to Kohala. This opportunity is open for experienced firms and individuals interested in providing quality services to travelers on this busy route. The rest areas included in this lease are as follows: - Malata Rest Area (KM-17, North Bound Carriageway) - Manga Rest Area (KM-25, North Bound Carriageway) - Sambli Rest Area (KM-35, South Bound Carriageway) Each rest area is strategically located to serve commuters and tourists, offering potential for commercial activity and service provision. The successful bidder will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and management (OM&M) of the designated rest area, ensuring cleanliness, security, and the availability of essential amenities as per NHA standards. The lease will be awarded on a competitive basis, and the highest responsible bid will be considered. Interested parties must submit a non-refundable bid document fee of **PKR 5,000** for each rest area. Earnest Money (Bid Security) is required as per the terms outlined in the bidding documents. Bidders must be registered with FBR and listed on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL). The last date for obtaining bidding documents is **31 May 2026**. The deadline for bid submission is **8 June 2026, 11:30 AM**, and bids will be opened on **16 June 2026, 11:00 AM** at the NHA office in Islamabad. A practical tip: Carefully review the OM&M requirements and visit the rest area sites before bidding to assess commercial potential and compliance needs. This will help you prepare a competitive and realistic bid. For further details, contact the NHA Revenue Section at the address provided below.