Tender Overview
Cochin Shipyard Ltd invites bids for a checkpoint firewall subscription in India for 2025. The scope includes subscription services for network security, with an option to adjust order quantity up to 25% during contract and at renewal. Bidders must upload a matching Data Sheet and provide OEM warranty certificates. GST handling is bidder’s responsibility, with reimbursement as per actuals or applicable rate. The tender requires an EOD/online submission and provisioning of service capabilities across India. A robust post-installation support framework and local installation, commissioning, and training are expected to be in place.
Key differentiators include the option clause on quantity, mandatory data sheet alignment, and pre-acceptance warranty documentation from the OEM. The procurement context centers on maintaining robust cyber resilience through a scalable firewall subscription, with emphasis on timely installation and nationwide after-sales support. Unique aspects include the need for an established service network in India and alignment with OEM warranty obligations.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Checkpoint firewall subscription services (network security).
- Data Sheet: Mandatory data sheet uploaded with bid; must match product specifications.
- Warranty: OEM warranties to be submitted by the successful bidder; warranty terms align with vendor specifications and annual maintenance scope.
- Service network: Well-established installation, commissioning, training, troubleshooting, and maintenance centers across India.
- GST: Bidder bears GST implications; reimbursement governed by actuals or applicable rates.
- Option clause: Quantity can increase by up to 25% during contract and currency; delivery timing adjusts accordingly with minimum 30 days under extended periods.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/security: Not specified in the data provided; bidders should review ATC for exact requirement.
- Document submission: PAN card, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, OEM authorizations, and data sheet alignment are required.
- Delivery & installation: Delivery period linked to original order; extended periods follow the option clause; installation and training to be completed at consignee locations in India.
- Warranty & after-sales: OEM certificates required at delivery; post-sales service coverage across India; rectification of breakdowns during guarantee period.
- Data verification: Data sheet must be consistent with bid; mismatch may lead to rejection.
- GST & invoicing: GST to be determined by bidder; reimbursement to be as per actuals or applicable rate, not beyond quoted GST percentage.
