YEIDA to hire agency to audit infrastructure projects off Yamuna Expressway

Time of India

a day ago

NOIDA
:
Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority
(
YEIDA
) has decided to hire a third-party agency to monitor and audit the quality of its ongoing and upcoming works. This will ensure high construction standards and error-free execution of its major development projects.
Its duties will include setting up testing laboratories, collecting material samples, arranging tests and submitting detailed reports to YEIDA on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. The reports will highlight any defects or quality concerns and the agency will also track whether corrective measures are taken by the project engineers.
Last week, YEIDA issued a request for proposal for the selection of the agency. The last date to submit applications is June 9. The agency will provide regular feedback on material quality and workmanship to help prevent construction defects before they occur. The selected agency will be responsible for conducting both scheduled and surprise inspections across all stages of construction.
A YEIDA official said, "With so many civic projects and infrastructure schemes underway — including
Noida International Airport
,
Film City
,
Toy Park
and the proposed Semiconductor Park — YEIDA is focusing on maintaining the highest quality standards," said an official. "Hiring a third-party quality assurance agency is part of that effort."
The agency will be required to deploy staff based on the size and scale of the project. Smaller teams will be assigned works worth up to Rs 500 crore, while larger teams will be needed for projects of higher value.
For road projects, the agency will ensure that the materials used and the thickness of layers meet the standards prescribed by the ministry of road transport and highways (MORTH). In the case of drains, sewers, water supply systems, buildings and electrical works, it will verify compliance with Indian Standards and accepted engineering practices.
All development works, including those handled by project management consultants (PMCs) or other govt bodies, will fall under the scope of this agency's review. YEIDA will bear the cost of all lab testing and any special equipment needed. While the agency will issue recommendations based on its findings, the final decision to act on them will rest with YEIDA.
Officials said YEIDA is currently involved in a wide range of development activities, including the construction of roads, drains, sewers, water supply systems, electrical infrastructure, overhead tanks, civil structures, horticulture and urban services. These works span residential, commercial, industrial and institutional areas.