CCIE conciliation is mandatory before arbitration in NHAI contracts
NHAI Circular (2023-24)
Open the sourceWhat the circular says
NHAI issued guidance reinforcing that the Construction Contract Conciliation and Intervention Expert (CCIE) process is a mandatory pre-arbitration step in NHAI contracts. A contractor who files for arbitration without first exhausting CCIE conciliation risks an objection on maintainability. The CCIE process requires both parties to appear before the nominated expert within 30 days of appointment.
Contractor action
Check your contract for the CCIE clause before filing a notice of arbitration. If the CCIE stage has not been completed, complete it first. Document the CCIE proceedings comprehensively. CCIE records are admissible in subsequent arbitration.
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