Indian Navy Fiber Optic Cable Provisioning and Lying Down Tender Visakhapatnam 2026

Tender Overview

Indian Navy invites proposals for the provisioning and laying down of fiber optic cable from INS Kalinga to the new building ADR Hanger and Logistics Block. The scope includes trenching up to 5 ft, brick filling, root markers every 30 m, and PVC entry prerequisites. A mandatory 2-year service warranty applies, with rapid fault resolution and OEM coordination. An EMD of ₹58,962 accompanies the bid; service presence must be within the Visakhapatnam district with a local service outlet. This procurement emphasizes on-site safety, workmanship, and strict post-warranty support requirements. Bidder must download and sign the Scope of Work (SOW) and upload qualifying documentation. Unique conditions include a 24-hour defect attendance window and 2-day repair/replacement during warranty.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Project: provisioning and laying of fiber optic cable; location: INS Kalinga to ADR Hanger and Logistics Block vicinity; no BOQ items provided.
• Execution specifics: 5 ft digging depth, fill with bricks, root markers every 30 m; labour to carry PVC entry; ensure no damage to nearby electrical joints.
• Compliance/quality: 2-year service warranty; make and model disclosure; OEM liaison for defect rectification; online OEM complaints directed to the implementing firm.
• Compliance documentation: GST registration, PAN, Aadhaar, past experience, warranty declaration, delivery period concurrence; firm must maintain a local service outlet in Visakhapatnam Municipality limits.
• Experience: 5 ft deep underground OFC laying; sign and upload SOW acknowledgment; dedicated service support line for bidders/OEM.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹58,962; GST registration required; PAN, Aadhaar, and delivery period concurrence documented.
• Location requirement: firm must have a GST-registered office in Visakhapatnam district and a service outlet within the municipality limits.
• Warranty/liability: 2-year warranty; firm bears all defects during warranty and coordinates OEM support; 24-hour defect attendance; 2-day repair/replacement during warranty.
• Documentation: evidence of 5 ft digging experience in NCN underground OFC laying; sign the SOW after review; provide equipment make and model.
• Compliance: online OEM complaints routed through the firm; dedicated toll-free service number required; contractor to indemnify safety and site damage liabilities.