Indian Army Hardware & Software Procurement Tender 2026 - Data Sheet, OEM Authorization, End User Certificate & Malicious Code Compliance

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) invites bids for hardware and software procurement, with emphasis on data sheet alignment and OEM involvement. Bidders must submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate. A data sheet matching product specifications is mandatory, and End User Certificate formats follow the buyer’s standard. Experience criteria require 3 years of regular supply of similar products to government bodies, with contract copies for each year. This procurement includes NDA compliance and a Malicious Code Certificate to certify absence of embedded threats. OEM authorization is required for distributors or service providers.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit product specifications are published in the tender data.
• Required documentation includes:
  • Data Sheet for offered hardware/software, matching technical parameters
  • End User Certificate in the buyer’s standard format
  • Malicious Code Certificate confirming no embedded malware or IPR infringements
  • Manufacturer Authorization or OEM authorization with complete contact details
  • Non-Disclosure Declaration on bidder letterhead
• Experience criterion: Bidder or OEM through resellers must have supplied similar category products to Central/State Govt bodies for 3 years prior to bid opening, with annual quantity evidence.
• GST implications are bidder-driven; GST reimbursement is as per actuals or applicable rate, capped to the quoted GST percentage.

Terms & Eligibility

• Bidder must not be under liquidation or bankruptcy; an undertaking is required.
• Provide PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate.
• Data Sheet verification is mandatory; mismatches may lead to bid rejection.
• End User Certificate as per Buyer format when requested.
• OEM authorization required for authorized distributors/service providers.
• Includes Malicious Code Certificate and NDA; adherence is mandatory to participate in the bid process.