Rajiv Gandhi Centre For Biotechnology Server Procurement Thiruvananthapuram Kerala IS 550 compliant Data Center Servers 2026

Tender Overview

Rajiv Gandhi Centre For Biotechnology (rgcb), under the Department Of Biotechnology, seeks server hardware for deployment in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The scope references Chassis, Processor & Motherboard, GPU, RAM, SSD, HDD, and Operating System certifications. No BOQ quantity is published; however, bidders should anticipate an order quantity adjustment up to 25% per option clause and a baseline delivery schedule tied to original orders. The opportunity is centered on modern data-center-grade components with OEM support and lifecycle integrity, emphasizing non-obsolescence and 7+ years of market life. This tender emphasizes data-sheet parity and End User Certificate compatibility.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: Chassis, Processor & Motherboard, GPU, Memory, SSD Interface, HDD Interface, OS certifications.
• Key spec indicators: Processor number detail, RAM type and Total RAM (GB), SSD/HDD interface types, and Graphic Card Availability.
• Documentation requirements: Mandatory product data sheets; data-sheet vs offered specs must match; OEM authorizations may be required; Malicious Code Certificate is requested.
• Quality & lifecycle: Products must be non-obsolete with at least 7 years residual market life; data sheets matching; End User Certificate if requested.
• Compliance expectations: Ensure hardware and software certifications align with tender terms; OS certifications must be explicitly stated in the data sheet.
• Vendor obligations: Regular government supply experience and bid readiness for hardware categories; GST alignment handled by bidder; ensure no embedded mal-ware certificates.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD and price terms: Not disclosed in the data; bidders should anticipate standard EMD requirements and GST handling by the bidder.
• Delivery & quantity flexibility: Option clause allows ±25% quantity variation with extended delivery periods calculated on a specific formula; minimum extension 30 days.
• Financial standing: Bidder must not be in liquidation or similar proceedings; an undertaking is required.
• Experience criteria: OEM or bidder should have 3+ years of prior supply to Central/State Government/PSU; provide contract copies.
• Security & compliance: Data sheets must match; End User Certificate as per buyer format; Malicious Code Certificate confirming no embedded Mali in hardware/software.
• Submission: Data sheets, GST, PAN, experience certificates, and OEM authorizations should be provided; bid must reflect non-obsolescence and lifecycle expectations.