Aeronautical Development Agency CAMC for Dell 256-Node HPC System Tender Rajasthan 2025

Tender Overview

The Aeronautical Development Agency, operating under the Department of Defence Research & Development, is seeking a Comprehensive Maintenance Contract (CMC) for a Dell 256-node High Performance Computing System for a duration of 2 years. The tender emphasizes CAMC for pre-owned HPC infrastructure and is reserved exclusively for Dell International Services India Pvt Ltd. The earnest money deposit is ₹1,000,000, signaling a substantial service and support scope without BOQ itemization. The contract allows bid adjustment up to 50% in quantity or duration before award, with post-award adjustments capped at the same threshold. This procurement targets robust, Dell-specific maintenance capabilities in high-performance computing environments.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Comprehensive Maintenance Contract (CMC) for Dell 256-node HPC System
• Service scope: Quarterly CAMC for 2 years with emphasis on pre-owned HPC hardware support
• Eligibility constraint: Tender reserved for Dell International Services India Pvt Ltd on PAC basis; other bidders may be rejected
• EMD: ₹1,000,000 to be submitted as part of bid compliance
• BOQ: No items listed; evaluation will hinge on Dell-specific service capabilities, response times, and warranty/AMC terms
• Delivery/activation: CAMC initiation aligned with contract award and Dell equipment handover procedures
• Location detail: Tender location information not explicitly provided in the data
• Distinguishing factor: Dell-centric, Dell-authorized service partner requirement, with quantity/duration flex up to 50%

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Quality/brand constraint: Bidder must be an authorized Dell service provider (Dell International Services India Pvt Ltd) on PAC basis
• EMD requirement: ₹1,000,000; payment terms aligned with vendor submission norms
• Contract flexibility: Up to 50% adjustment in quantity or duration before and after issuance
• Payment/penalty terms: Standard DRDO procurement terms apply; specific penalties or SLAs not detailed in the provided data
• Documentation: Dell-authorized capability proof, corporate credentials, and relevant AMC/Warranty credentials are implied
• Warranty/AMC: CAMC terms not explicitly enumerated; likely Dell-specific AMC standards
• BOQ absence: All service scope details must be evidenced through technical and eligibility documents rather than itemized BOM
• Compliance: Reserved procurement category requires alignment with Dell hardware maintenance standards and service level commitments