Tender Overview
Organization: National Institute Of Technical Teachers Training And Research (NITTTR), Department Of Higher Education, located in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Procurement category includes a broad set of network hardware: 10Gigabit Switches, Gigabit Switches (various port configurations), Indoor/Outdoor Access Points, SFP modules, Racks (various heights), Patch Panels, and related cabling and installation items. Estimated value: ₹9,800,000 with an EMD of ₹490,000. Scope emphasizes compatibility with the existing centralized wireless controller and infrastructure, plus installation, testing, and commissioning. A key differentiator is the requirement for a cloud controller license valid for 10 years and a Tender-specific Manufacturer Authorization Form (MAF) for all active components. Bidders should plan for a multi-item lot that may see quantity adjustments per the option clause, and must ensure timely delivery within the contract framework. Unique aspects include the integration with NITTTR’s current wireless ecosystem and the 3-year warranty with on-site support. This tender is in the context of upgrading or expanding campus network capabilities in Bhopal.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Minimal explicit technical specs are provided in the BOQ; bidders must align offerings to the listed product categories: 10Gigabit switches (Copper, 24-port non-PoE), Gigabit switches (24/48-port non PoE, PoE variants), Indoor/Outdoor APs, SFP modules (LR/Copper), Rack enclosures (6U-12U), Patch panels (24-port LC), Cat6/Cat6A patch cords, and related cables. Emphasis on compatibility with existing NITTTR centralized wireless controller and infrastructure. The solution must include a Cloud controller license for at least 10 years and a 3-year minimum warranty with on-site support. A MAF is required for all active components. The Estimated Value and EMD indicate a substantial project with potential quantity variation up to 25% per option clause. Deliverables include installation, testing, and commissioning. Vendors should demonstrate ongoing support and lifecycle alignment with the institution’s network architecture.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹490,000; option to pay via Demand Draft payable to Director, NITTTR, Bhopal; scanned DD copy uploaded with bid; hard copy to be delivered within 5 days of bid opening.
- Delivery & Quantity Flexibility: Option clause permits ± up to 25% quantity variation during procurement and contract; delivery period adjustments follow a calculated formula with a minimum of 30 days.
- Warranty & Support: Minimum 3-year warranty with on-site support; cloud controller license valid for 10 years for quoted switches/APs.
- Eligibility: Past performance required for MSME/Startup; no liquidation or bankruptcy; bidders must avoid obsolete products with <3 years residual market life; mandatory documentation as per ATC/solicitation.
- Certification & Documentation: Tender requires proper certificates and documents (MAF for active components; certificates uploaded with bid).
- Delivery Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh; products must integrate with existing NITTTR infrastructure. All terms must be complied with for bid to be considered.