International Institute For Population Sciences Firewall & PVC Cable Tender Mumbai Maharashtra IS 694 2026

Tender Overview

The International Institute For Population Sciences (IIPS), Mumbai, Maharashtra, seeks procurement and installation of a Next Generation Firewall with Logging and Analytics software and ISI marked PVC insulated unsheathed cable to IS 694. The tender includes equipment purchase, software licensing, and on-site installation within IIPS premises in Mumbai. The bidder must demonstrate ISO 9001 certification, Make in India authorization, and OEM turnover and net-worth criteria. An EMD of ₹520,000 is required, with service-support commitments and certified supply experience for government or PSU projects. Unique terms include dedicated Odisha-based service centers for fast-track technical solutions, and OEM/authorized seller requirements to ensure in-country aftersales support. This procurement emphasizes compliant security infrastructure alongside compliant cabling, with door-checks for marking, insulation, and conductor specifications. Tender highlights emphasize warranty, service centers, and post-sale support as differentiators, with strict documentation and financial criteria to qualify. The opportunity targets security infrastructure upgrades within government-administrative settings, backed by formal bidder credentials and experienced suppliers.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product scope includes a Next Generation Firewall with Logging and Analytics software and PVC insulated unsheathed cable to IS 694 with ISI marking.
• Cable category, number of cores, nominal conductor area (in sq mm), conductor material, insulation type, and cable marking are required details.
• Focus on IS 694 compliance, ISI marking, and brand/OEM authorizations where specified.
• Related services include installation and integration with existing networks, plus post-implementation support.
• EMD amount clearly referenced: ₹520,000.
• Ongoing service requirements and warranty considerations are implied within the terms.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹520,000; subject to submission via DD/online as per bid terms.
• ISO 9001 certification required for bidder or OEM.
• Turnover: three-year average turnover criteria to be demonstrated for bidder and OEM; audited statements or CA certificates accepted.
• MSME/NSIC exemption possible with certificate.
• Make in India authorization certificate required.
• OEM support: if imported, OEM/authorized seller must have registered Indian office for aftersales.
• Service centers: must have functional centers in each consignee state for carry-in warranty; not required for on-site warranty goods.
• Other certificates and documents must be uploaded as per bid document, ATC, and corrigenda.