Office Of Dg (mss) RHEL SERVER & Storage Infrastructure Tender Hyderabad Telangana 2025 - Intel Xeon-Silver 4510, NVMe, 100TB NL-SAS, Tape Library

Tender Overview

The Office Of Dg (mss) under the Department Of Defence Research & Development invites bids for a comprehensive IT infrastructure package in Hyderabad, Telangana. The scope includes 2 x Intel Xeon-Silver 4510 servers, 128GB RAM, 2x 480GB NVMe SSDs, 1 x 32GB 2-port HBA, and a 800W redundant power supply. Also requested are NET/Storage components: 2 x 100TB NL-SAS storage on RAID 6 with NAS and SAN protocols, 2 x 24-port 32Gbps FC SAN switches in HA, a tape library with backup solution (20XL TO-9 tapes, LTO-9 drive, 2XL cleaning cartridges), and a backup software supporting up to 7 clients. Additional items include a L3 24-port 1G switch, a 42U rack with 800mm x 1200mm, IPDU, K VM, LRA, vertical cable manager, and a 45-inch hardware management console**. The project will be executed under a single supply-install-commissioning contract with geographic delivery to HYDERABAD, TELANGANA. The scope requires OEM/authorized-reseller deployment and IPv6 readiness from day one, with a 30+ day delivery horizon and option-based quantity adjustments up to 25%. Unique differentiators are the integrated HA SAN/NAS, tape-based backup, and end-to-end server rack ecosystem.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• 2 x Intel Xeon-Silver 4510 servers with matching motherboard, CPU, RAM, and RAID-capable storage.
• 128GB RAM across both servers (minimum per server).
• 2 x 480GB NVMe SSDs per server or as specified by BOQ.
• 1 x 32GB 2-port HBA card for enhanced storage connectivity.
• 800W redundant power supply per server rackable configuration.
• 2 x 100TB NL-SAS storage on RAID 6 supporting NAS and SAN protocols; HA configuration recommended.
• 2 x 24-port 32Gbps FC SAN switches in HA for resilient storage networking.
• 1 x 10G switch for core network uplink.
• Tape library with 20XL TO-9 tapes, LTO-9 drive, and 2XL cleaning cartridges; integrated backup solution for up to 7 clients.
• Backup software compatible with all components and scalable to 7 clients.
• L3 network switch, 24-port 1G, 42U rack with 800mm x 1200mm, IPDU, K VM, LRA, vertical cable manager, and a 45-inch hardware management console.
• IPv6 readiness from day one; OEM/Authorized-Reseller installation/commissioning and relevant certifications.
• Service centers in the consignee state, with 30-day rollback if required; vendor must provide manufacturer's authorization.
• Delivery terms allow a 25% quantity variation during contract execution.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed in the provided data; bidders must follow ATC terms for security deposits.
• Delivery: Extended delivery period permissible with option quantity adjustments; time to be calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
• Authorization: OEM authorization or OEM-certified resource for installation/commissioning; authorised distributor to supply mandatory authorization form.
• IPv6 readiness: All IT equipment must be IPv6-ready from day one.
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate required with bid; GST invoice upload on GeM portal with GST payment screenshot.
• Service centres: Functional service centre in the state of each consignee location; if not present, establish within 30 days of award.
• Warranty/Support: On-site/Carry-in depending on product; response times and SLAs to be defined in the contract.
• Compliance: Submission of all certificates/documents as per bid, ATC and corrigenda; non-submission leads to rejection.
• Scope: Price must cover Supply, Installation, Testing, and Commissioning of all listed goods.