CDAC Outsourcing Agency for Software Development Tender Noida Uttar Pradesh 2026 - IS/RTGS EMD 12,00,0000

Tender Overview

• Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC), operating under the Department Of Electronics And Information Technology, invites bids for hiring an outsourcing agency/SDI for highly technical manpower in the domain of application development and maintenance, located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The procurement references a lump-sum hiring arrangement with a substantial EMD of ₹12,000,000 and multiple payment-security modalities, including DD payable at Noida and RTGS/internet banking. The contract allows up to 25% flex in quantity/duration and requires submission of bid security and performance guarantees consistent with GeM/GTC norms. No BOQ items are listed, indicating a broad, capability-driven engagement.
• This tender emphasizes outsourcing capability for software development and maintenance with high technical demands, positioning the selected agency to supply specialized manpower and services within a Noida-based delivery footprint. A key differentiator is the flexible scope clause (25%), enabling responsive adjustments to contract value and duration post-award, contingent on mutual agreement and service alignment. The procurement aims to secure robust technical talent for complex development projects under the DEITY umbrella.
• The opportunity is located in the Noida, Uttar Pradesh region, aligning with CDAC’s national-level technology initiatives and the government’s outsourcing approach for advanced software development talent. Bidders should assess their ability to deploy skilled personnel, meet security/compliance expectations, and navigate multi-form EMD submissions to participate in this CDAC procurement.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• EMD amount: ₹12,000,000 (tender security deposit)
• EMD submission options: DD payable at Noida or online RTGS/internet banking
• DD/online transfer details required: Beneficiary name “Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, Noida”; Account no. 171901000007860; IFSC IOBA0001719; Bank: Indian Overseas Bank, Sector 58, Noida
• Performance Security: DD or PBG; alternative: Fixed Deposit Receipt (FDR) with pledge option; post-award delivery of hard copies within specified timeframes
• Payment options for security: Online RTGS/Internet banking also accepted; payment must include bid number and bidding entity name in transaction details
• Contract flexibility: Scope/duration can be increased up to 25% with consent; for lumpsum services, 25% scope/value change permitted with consent of service provider
• BOQ status: Not available; no quantity-based items listed; engagement based on service capability and technical staffing
• Delivery/installation specifics: Not explicitly defined; the emphasis is on highly technical manpower and application development/maintenance capability
• Compliance expectations: GeM GTC-aligned terms; bidders must ensure timely submission of scanned EMD proof and hard copies as required

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD submission modes: DD at Noida OR online RTGS/internet banking; scanned proof to be uploaded with bid
• Performance security options: DD, PBG, or alternative security instruments (FDR or online payments) with timely submission post-award
• Delivery/variation: Contract quantity/duration may increase up to 25%; lumpsum scope adjustments require provider consent
• Bid documentation: Online bid with EMD proof; hard copies to be delivered within 5 days of bid end/opening; ensure bid number and organization name appears on payment proofs
• Bank details: Use provided beneficiary name, account number, and IFSC for RTGS; ensure alignment with GeM/GTC requirements
• Key risk controls: No BOQ items; focus on capability to supply highly technical manpower for application development and maintenance across the department
• GeM/GTC alignment: All security deposits and performance bonds should conform to GeM GTC, with flexibility for DD/FDR/PBG at bidder discretion
• Not specified items: Specific delivery timelines, project milestones, and service levels are not listed; bidders should prepare capability statements and staffing plans accordingly