Indian Army Laptop Procurement 13'' M5 Processor, 512GB SSD, 16GB Unified RAM, 2026

Tender Overview

The procure­ment is issued by the Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs for a laptop with an M5 processor, a 13-inch display, and storage/ram configuration described as 512 GB SSD and 16 GB unified storage. The order scope is undefined in quantity, but a 25% quantity flex is available per the option clause. The contract requires a dedicated service support line and a state-wide service center presence, with establishment within 30 days of award. The emphasis on software/hardware integrity is reinforced by a Malicious Code Certificate requirement. This tender includes a validation mechanism for embedded code and a clear escalation matrix for service support, ensuring operational readiness across consignees.

Keywords: tender in India, Indian Army procurement, laptop tender, M5 processor laptop, 13 inch display.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Laptop with M5 processor, 13-inch display.
• Storage/Memory: 512 GB SSD + 16 GB unified storage (RAM/flash ambiguity resolved as integrated memory).
• Certifications/Compliance: Malicious Code Certificate required; no embedded malicious code; breach consequences for IPR/copyright infringement.
• Service & Support: Dedicated toll-free service line; functional service centre in each consignee state; establishment within 30 days post-award; submission of documentary evidence for centre activation; escalation matrix required.
• Delivery/Option: Quantity may be increased/decreased by up to 25%; delivery period adjustment formula provided; minimum additional time is 30 days.
• Past Experience: Documentation acceptable as proof of past experience is allowed (contract + invoice with bidder self-certification).

Standards/criteria: IS/IEC compliance not specified; device security and serviceability are implicit requirements.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not specified in data; bidders should anticipate typical government EMD/-security deposit.
• Delivery: Delivery schedule mechanics tied to option clause; timelines defined by last date of original delivery order.
• Payment terms: Not disclosed; typical public procurement terms to be confirmed in bid.
• Service obligations: Dedicated support, toll-free line, regional service centres; establish within 30 days if none exist.
• Documentation: Upload Malicious Code Certificate; provide escalation contacts; proof of past project experience accepted via contracts and invoices.
• Compliance: Bidders must agree to option clause and ensure no embedded malicious code, with penalties for IPR violations.