Bharat Electronics Limited Router DC Next Gen Firewall DC L2/L3 Switch Server OS VMS Storage Procurement 2026

Tender Overview

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), under the Department of Defence Production, seeks procurement and turnkey deployment of critical data center infrastructure including Router DC, Next Gen Firewall DC, L3 Switch DC, L2 Switch, Servers with OS for SW/Application/Data Server, VMS Management Server with OS, VMS Processing Server with OS, Storage, Backup Solution, Management PC, Network Rack 32U, and LED Display 55 inch. No explicit quantity or estimated value disclosed. Items appear to be aimed at a complete data center build, likely requiring OEM/authorized reseller involvement, installation, testing, training, and commissioning. The scope embraces supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and operator training, with potential for OEM-backed after-sales support.

• Organization: BEL (Bharat Electronics Limited)
• Location/Jurisdiction: India (DEFENCE PRODUCTION framework)
• Category/Product Scope: Data center networking and server stack with associated peripherals
• Key differentiator: Comprehensive turnkey scope including data center hardware, software OS, VMS components, and physical infrastructure (48-32U rack, 55” LED)
• Unique aspect: Mandatory OEM/OEM-certified resources for installation and commissioning; supplier authorization requirements; high governance around data sheets versus technical parameters

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit technical specifications published in the tender summary; however, the scope enumerates the following product families: Router DC, Next Gen Firewall DC, L3 Switch DC, L2 Switch, Servers with OS, VMS Management Server with OS, VMS Processing Server with OS, Storage, Backup Solution, Management PC, Network Rack 32U, LED Display 55 inch.
• Documentation and data sheet alignment are mandatory; any mismatch between data sheet and offered parameters may lead to bid rejection.
• Installation, commissioning, testing, configuration, and training to be conducted by OEM or OEM-certified resources or OEM-authorised resellers.
• Imported products require an in-India registered OEM/authorized seller for after-sales service with supporting certificate.
• Scope of supply includes all cost components: supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and operator training, plus any statutory clearances if applicable.
• Supplier invoices must be GST-compliant and issued in the consignee’s name; GST portal payment evidence must be uploaded.
• Section 50% quantity fluctuation option and timing adjustments exist under the option clause; delivery timelines anchored to final delivery order dates.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed in the provided text; bidders must comply with general procurement terms and provide standard bid security per GeM norms.
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, Data Sheet, Manufacturer/OEM authorization, and OEM-certified installation capability.
• Data Sheet alignment essential; any unexplained mismatch triggers rejection.
• Deployment: Installation, commissioning, testing, and training must be carried out by OEM or OEM-certified resources.
• OEM authorization: Required for distributors/service providers; full OEM details must accompany bid.
• Option clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to ±50% at contract time with corresponding delivery time recalculation; minimum extension 30 days.
• Invoicing: Invoice must be in consignee name with GSTIN; GST payment proof via GST portal must be uploaded on GeM.
• Scope: Bid price must cover supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and operator training; any required statutory clearances (if any).
• Imported items: Must have registered India office for after-sales support; submit certificate.
• Documents: Non-submission of required certificates/documents leads to rejection.