Indian Air Force Handheld Optical & UPS Equipment Tender Bangalore Karnataka 2026 ISO standards 3 years

Tender Overview

The Indian Air Force invites bids for a broad range of telecom and power equipment including Handheld Optical laser Source, HD FDF 96 port, 5KVA delta UPS with battery, 1KVA delta r iK UPS, SPD class 1 single phase, OTDR with accessories, 42AH battery, industrial power sockets, Handheld optical power meter, optical tool kit, fusion splicing machine with accessories, network tester, Krone punching tool, RJ-45 Cat 6 patch panels/patch cords, LC-LC patch cords of various lengths, Cat 6 patch cords in grey, Analog Beetel phones, and 3-core power cable (2.5 sq mm). Estimated value not published; EMD is ₹15,000. Bidder must meet 3-year central/state govt/PSU supply experience and supply non-obsolete items with minimum 3 years residual life. Delivery address: STATION ATG, AF STATION JALAHALLI, JALAHALLI EAST, BANGALORE, KARNATAKA-560014. Buyers reserve 25% quantity option with contract extension; comprehensive installation accessories are included in the bid price.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/service categories include: Handheld Optical laser Source, OTDR, UPS systems (5KVA delta, 1KVA delta r iK), patch panels and patch cords (LC-LC, LC-SC, Cat 6), network testers, fusion splicing machine, and related accessories.
• EMD: ₹15,000; no explicit delivery timeline provided, but option clause allows quantity variation up to 25% during and after contract; delivery period calculations reference original delivery days with a minimum of 30 days.
• Experience: bidders or OEMs must have regularly manufactured and supplied similar category products to government bodies for at least 3 years prior to bid opening; provide contracts showing yearly quantities.
• Mandatory documents: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; OEM authorization and technical compliance certificates as required by ATC/Corrigendum.
• Installation: successful bidder must supply all essential accessories for installation and commissioning; cost of included accessories must be in bid price.
• Standards/quality: bidders must avoid obsolescence; products should have at least 3 years residual market life; ensure non-end-of-life status at time of bidding.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Delivery: installation/commissioning at the Bangalore address; delivery terms align with the option clause allowing up to 25% variation in quantity.
• Financial integrity: bidder must not be in liquidation or bankruptcy; must upload an undertaking confirming financial stability.
• Documentation: failure to upload required certificates/documents will lead to rejection; ensure all certificates listed in T&C/ATC are provided.
• Warranty/Support: standard accessories included; ensure support provisions and installation assistance are part of the bid.
• Payment/penalties: detailed payment terms not published; adherence to ATC with standard procurement penalties applies.
• Compliance: only products not marked as obsolete with OEM support will be considered; must meet core telecom and UPS standards for IAF deployments.