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National Institute Of Criminology And Forensic Science Digital Forensic Platform Software Tender 2026 India

Bid Publish Date

16-Jan-2026, 12:02 pm

Bid End Date

20-Jan-2026, 8:00 pm

Value

₹15,00,000

Progress

Issue16-Jan-2026, 12:02 pm
Technical20-01-2026 18:32:37
Financial
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Quantity

1

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • Brand/OEM requirements: OEM-backed licensing and support for updates/patches
  • Technical standards: ISI/ISO certifications not explicitly listed; ensure compatibility with standard government software
  • Special clauses: 25% quantity variation rights; extended delivery period parameters
  • Eligibility criteria: Experience in digital forensic software deployment; financial stability
  • Warranty/AMC: OEM support for patches and upgrades; training days included
  • Penalties/LD: Not specified; follow standard contract terms for delays
  • Delivery/Installation: Full deployment scope and installation rights
  • Other clauses: ATC document uploaded by buyer; adherence required

Categories 2

Tender Overview

National Institute Of Criminology And Forensic Science (NICFS) seeks a DIGITAL FORENSIC PLATFORM SOFTWARE under a PAC-Only category. Estimated value is ₹1,500,000 with licence-based delivery and concurrent-user considerations. Location and start/end dates are not disclosed. The contract focuses on licencing models, deployment options, and OEM support, requiring detailed licence scope, installation, and training provisions. A key differentiator is flexible licence delivery and renewal terms coupled with OEM policy alignment. The tender emphasizes licensed software with user caps and hosting preferences, plus ongoing support commitments.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Software Type and Types of Licence to be stated by bidders
  • Include Period of Subscription (in Years) and renewal cadence (months for renewal)
  • Provide Licence Delivery Mode, Type of Licence, and Number of Concurrent Users supported
  • Specify Hosting Environment/Deployment Option and Scope of Installation
  • Confirm OEM licensing policy (NA if not applicable) and Support from OEM for updates/patches
  • Indicate training options and No. of Training Days offered
  • Include details on support duration for updates and version upgrades in years
  • Clarify whether licences are reserved, perpetual, or subscription-based

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • Option Clause allows ±25% quantity variation during contract and currency; delivery timelines adjust accordingly with minimum 30 days
  • Supplier must comply with conditional delivery extensions and price retention at contracted rates
  • Buyer uploaded ATC; bidders should review and align with Buyer Added Terms
  • Submit typical tender documentation (GST, PAN, experience, financials) and OEM authorisations where applicable

Key Specifications

  • Software Type: Digital forensic platform

  • Licence Types: To be defined by bidder; include concurrent user capacity

  • Period of Subscription: Years to be specified; renewal intervals in months

  • Licence Delivery Mode: Online/On-P premise as offered

  • Concurrent Users: Number of users supported by the offered licence

  • Hosting Environment/Deployment: Cloud, on-premises, or hybrid as optioned

  • Scope of Installation: Full deployment and workstation integration required

  • OEM Support: Confirm OEM backing for patches/updates and version upgrades

  • Training: Number of training days provided with the licence

  • Support Periods: Years for updates patches and for version upgrades

Bidder Eligibility

  • Demonstrated experience in deploying digital forensic platform software

  • Financial capacity to support a ₹1.5 Cr scale or equivalent

  • Compliance with GST and PAN documentation; OEM authorizations where applicable

Additional Tender Data

Commercial Details

Tender Category

Goods

Bid To RA

No

Bid To RA Enabled

Yes

Item Category

DIGITAL FORENSIC PLATFORM SOFTWARE (Q3) ( PAC Only )

Authority Records

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Documents 6

GeM-Bidding-8845252.pdf

Main Document

Other Documents

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Other Documents

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CATALOG-Specification-1

CATALOG Specification

Buyer uploaded ATC document

ATC

GEM General Terms and Conditions Document

GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS

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Technical Specifications 1 Item

Item #1 Details

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Category Specification Requirement
BASIC INFORMATION Software Type DIGITAL FORENSIC PLATFORM SOFTWARE
SCOPE OF LICENCE Types of Licence Perpetual,, Subscription/ Term Licence
SCOPE OF LICENCE " Period of Subscription (in Years) " 3
SCOPE OF LICENCE Period of Renewal of existing Licence(in Month) (Hint : Select '0 if not applicable) 36.0 - 60.0 Or higher
SCOPE OF LICENCE OEM Licensing policy (Hint : Select 'NA' if not applicable Per User
SCOPE OF LICENCE Licence Delivery Mode Dongle Licence
SCOPE OF LICENCE Type of Licence Standalone
SCOPE OF LICENCE Number of Concurrent User Supported by Offered Licence 1.0 - 10000.0 Or higher
SCOPE OF LICENCE Hosting Enviroment/ Deplyment Option On Premises
SCOPE OF LICENCE Scope of Installation Installation, Integration, Configuration
SCOPE OF LICENCE The offered product have support from OEM for Unlimited updation for Patches and Bug fixes within support period, Unlimited upgradation of version within support period
SCOPE OF LICENCE Number of Years upto which support is available from OEM for Updation (Patches and Bug fixes) 3
SCOPE OF LICENCE Number of Years upto which support is available from OEM for Upgradation of version 3
SCOPE OF LICENCE Training Options On-Site
SCOPE OF LICENCE No of days Training Provided 1

Required Documents

1

GST Registration Certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card

3

Experience Certificates for similar digital forensic software implementations

4

Financial Statements (last 2-3 years) demonstrating financial stability

5

EMD submission documentation (if required by purchaser terms)

6

Technical Bid Document detailing software features, licence type, and deployment

7

OEM Authorization/Manufacturer’s Authorization for digital forensic platform

8

Any other bid submission certificates as per Terms and Conditions

Technical Results

S.No Seller Item Date Status
1
STARLIGHT DATA SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED   Under PMA
Make : OpenText Model : Encase Forensic20-01-2026 18:32:37

Financial Results

Rank Seller Price Item
L1
STARLIGHT DATA SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED   Under PMA
Item Categories : DIGITAL FORENSIC PLATFORM SOFTWARE

Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about DELHI tender market

How to participate in NICFS digital forensic software tender in 2026

Bidders should submit the Technical Bid with detailed licence type, deployment mode, concurrent-user capacity, and hosting option. Include GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, OEM authorization, and any ATC-compliant terms. Provide training plan and confirm OEM support for patches and upgrades. Ensure quantity variance terms are acknowledged.

What documents are required for NICFS software tender in 2026

Submit GST certificate, PAN card, two to three years of financial statements, experience certificates for similar deployments, OEM authorization, technical bid detailing software features, deployment scope, and licensing terms, plus any ATC documents uploaded by the buyer. Ensure EMD documents if mandated by terms.

What are the licence scope and concurrent user requirements

Bidders must specify licence type, period of subscription in years, renewal period in months, and the number of concurrent users supported. Include hosting environment (cloud or on-premises), installation scope, and whether OEM support covers patches and version upgrades for the entire term.

What is the delivery extension policy for quantity variations

The buyer allows up to ±25% quantity variation at contract placement and during currency. Delivery period adjusts by the formula (additional quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days. If original period < 30 days, extension equals original period.

What training and post-sale support are expected

Offer includes training days (no specified minimum). Provide OEM-backed support for patches and updates for the duration of the licence term. Training should cover platform installation, user management, and basic incident response procedures; ensure documentation and knowledge transfer materials are provided.

What are the key eligibility criteria for NICFS procurement

Demonstrated experience deploying digital forensic platforms, financially stable with GST/PAN compliance, and access to OEM authorizations. Bidders must align with ATC terms and provide detailed technical bids including licence type, deployment and training plans, plus proof of capability to handle up to ₹1.5 Cr scale.

Which deployment options are acceptable for the platform

Bidders should specify hosting environment as cloud, on-premises, or hybrid. Include installation scope, maintenance responsibilities, data-security measures, and cross-compatibility with existing NICFS digital forensics workflows. Ensure that OEM support terms cover both deployment models chosen and provide migration/rollback provisions.

What are the payment terms and milestones for the tender

Payment terms are not explicitly stated; bidders should propose milestone-based payments aligned to delivery and acceptance. Include documentation for acceptance tests, invoicing after successful deployment, and timelines for payment processing per government procurement norms. Ensure consistency with contract clauses and ATC terms.

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