POWERGRID India Fiber Network Tender Bengaluru Karnataka 2026 AOQ UG/OUC OFC 3 Weeks

Tender Overview

POWERGRID India (Power Grid Corporation of India Limited) initiates a fiber network deployment tender in Bengaluru, Karnataka, focusing on aerial and underground optical fiber cable (OFC) connections. The scope references multiple site addresses within the Bengaluru region and surrounding nodes, with a delivery timeline of 3 weeks per target, as indicated by the buyer ATC attachment. The procurement emphasizes end-to-end OFC lay or interconnection between End A and End B points, aligned to telecom infrastructure needs and grid interoperability. A formal SLA amendment and bidder-specific ATCs accompany the tender, with a dedicated Vendor Grievance Portal for post-award issues. The tender highlights a structured delivery SLA and ISI/ISO-like compliance expectations embedded in the buyer terms, aiming to standardize performance across multiple sites and ensure robust network resilience. This opportunity targets contractors with aerial/UG OFC deployment capabilities, project coordination across urban Bengaluru nodes, and experience delivering secure, low-latency fiber links.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Service type: Aerial and Underground OFC installation and terminations
• Delivery timeline: 3 weeks per site (per attached ATC tables)
• Coverage: Multiple locations in Bengaluru urban district and nearby sites (as per ITB references)
• Key references: End A to End B fiber routes; Teleindia Networks Pvt Ltd link points; NCBS, UIDAI Aadhaar data centre, NIVEDI and ISRO network nodes
• Expected scope: Fiber splicing, conduit installation, ducting, handovers, and testing to verify link integrity
• Standards/quality clues: Emphasis on certified, traceable fiber deployments; SLA-aligned performance
• Documentation: ATC and SLA attachments define exact scope, timelines, and penalties

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed in available data; ensure compliance with bidder registration requirements
• Experience: Demonstrated capability in aerial/UG OFC deployment for critical infrastructure
• Delivery: 3-week delivery window per site; adherence to SLA terms (amended SLA attached)
• Payment: Terms tied to performance milestones under vendor SLA; specifics in ATC document
• Documentation: GST registration, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, OEM authorizations
• Grievance: Vendor Grievance Portal for post-award issues; IP-based bid restrictions apply
• Penalties: Liquidated damages per SLA provisions (detail in ATC)