Indian Army iOS Smart Tablet Tender East Khasi Hills Meghalaya 11-inch iPadOS 256GB 5G 2026
Bid Publish Date
05-Sep-2026, 6:34 pm
Bid End Date
15-Sep-2026, 7:00 pm
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
The Indian Army (Department of Military Affairs) invites bids for an 11-inch iOS smart tablet with 256 GB storage, Wi-Fi + Cellular connectivity, and a Liquid Retina display. Bid scope includes one unit per tablet with standard accessories, delivered to the East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya location. The tablet must run iPadOS, feature a 9-core CPU, 16-core Neural Engine, and Touch ID. Supplier must provide a 1-year warranty and ensure OEM authorization, past performance, and complete installation/verification as part of bid compliance. The tender emphasizes technical compliance, supplier verification, and post-delivery support as differentiators.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product name/Category: iOS Smart Tablet (11-inch) meeting the listed configuration
- OS: iPadOS; Storage: 256 GB; Display: Liquid Retina, 11 inch; Brightness: SDR 500 nits max
- Hardware: 9-core CPU, 16-core Neural Engine; Front Camera 12 MP with Center Stage; 4K video recording up to 60 fps; 12 MP rear camera; Touch ID on top button
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, Wi-Fi + Cellular, 5G sub-6 GHz; eSIM support
- Accessories in box: USB-C cable, 20W USB-C power adapter, 11-inch tablet; Warranty: 1 Year
- Compliance/Inspection: Point-wise technical compliance; OEM authorization; pre-acceptance inspection; delivery, testing, commissioning, and user training by bidder where applicable
- Mandatory submissions: OEM authorization certificate, past performance proof, document verification, and non-generic compliance statements
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD details not disclosed; bid requires OEM authorization and past performance certificates for similar government/PSU/defence supply
- Delivery/Installation: bidder to complete delivery, installation, testing, commissioning, and user training without extra cost
- Documentation: PAN, Aadhaar, GST, ITR/MSME certificate, and other verifications as per Buyer’s ATC
- Evaluation: bidder’s technical compliance must be submitted item-wise; Buyer reserves final decision on technical suitability
- Penalties/Observations: deviation from approved specs may lead to rejection; samples and approvals to be verified by Buyer
- Payment: terms not listed; procurement will adhere to GeM rules and governing guidelines
- OEM verification: authentic OEM authorization will be cross-verified with OEM before acceptance
- Location for delivery: East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya 793001
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
2
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
50% Lowest Priced Technically Qualified Bidders
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
1
OEM Avg. Turnover
10
Past Performance
50 %
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
iOS Smart Tablet
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
East Khasi hills
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | East Khasi hills | East Khasi hills | - | - | 2 | 15 | - |
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-9850662.pdf
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Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
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Required Documents
Experience Criteria
Past Performance
Bidder Turnover
Certificate (Requested in ATC)
OEM Authorization Certificate
OEM Annual Turnover
Additional Doc 1 (Requested in ATC)
Additional Doc 2 (Requested in ATC) *In case any bidder is seeking exemption from Experience / Turnover Criteria
the supporting documents to prove his eligibility for exemption must be uploaded for evaluation by the buyer
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about MEGHALAYA tender market
How to bid for the iOS tablet tender in East Khasi Hills Meghalaya
Bidders must submit OEM authorization directly from the tablet manufacturer, proof of past government/PSU supply, and a point-wise technical compliance statement. Include 12 MP front camera specs, 9-core CPU, 16-core Neural Engine, and iPadOS compliance. Ensure installation and training obligations are addressed in the bid.
What documents are required for the Indian Army tablet tender 2026
Submit PAN and Aadhaar, GST registration, and recent ITR or MSME certificate. Provide OEM authorization, past performance certificates for similar defence/government orders, and technical bid documents with a line-by-line compliance against each specification.
What are the key technical specs for the iOS tablet in this bid
Key specs include 11-inch Liquid Retina display, 256 GB storage, iPadOS, 9-core CPU, 16-core Neural Engine, 12 MP front camera with Center Stage, 4K video at up to 60 fps, Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, 5G (sub‑6 GHz), and eSIM support, plus a 1-year warranty.
When is the delivery and installation deadline for the Meghalaya tablet
Delivery and complete installation/ commissioning are the bidder’s responsibility per ATC; exact dates are not disclosed here. Plan for end-to-end setup, testing, and user training within the post-award timeframe as per government guidelines.
What is required for technical compliance in this Indian Army bid
Provide a point-wise compliance statement against every technical specification listed (OS, storage, display, CPU, Neural Engine, camera, connectivity, warranty). Generic responses are not acceptable; each spec must be addressed with exact product attributes and testable claims.
What are OEM authorization and past performance criteria for this tender
Submit a valid OEM Authorization Certificate authorizing participation, verified with the OEM. Provide past performance certificates for similar items supplied to government/PSU/defence bodies, with contactable references and project scopes to aid evaluation.
What inspection and acceptance processes are mentioned for this tablet bid
Items are subject to buyer inspection at any stage before acceptance. Any deviation from approved specifications may lead to rejection; bidder must demonstrate compliance with all technical conditions and support post-delivery verification.
What are the warranty and post-sale requirements for the tablet
Warranty is specified as 1 year. Bidder must provide a warranty certificate and ensure post-sales service/AMC per ATC. Installation, testing, and user training are included within the supplier’s scope without extra charges.