Tender Overview
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) invites bids for NETWORK RACK procurement under the Department of Defence Production. The call emphasizes replacement-ready, non-obsolete racks with at least 3 years residual market life, and requires OEM installation/commissioning through OEM-certified resources or authorized resellers. Data sheets must align with offered products, and vendors should be prepared for data-sheet verification. The scope includes potential quantity variations under an option clause up to 50%. The tender prioritizes standard-compliant racks, and evaluates bids on alignment between advertised data sheets and actual product specifications, with GST handling clarified by bidders. This procurement targets government networks requiring reliable, install-ready rack solutions, with emphasis on security and compatibility in defence applications.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: NETWORK RACK (no BOQ items provided)
- Minimum market life: 3 years residual life; no end-of-life declared by OEM within this period
- Mandatory documents: PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate
- Data Sheet: must be uploaded and match technical parameters; mismatch risks rejection
- Installation/commissioning: to be performed by OEM/OEM-certified resource or OEM-authorized reseller
- Authorized distributor: OEM authorization form/certificate required with bid
- Hazardous materials: compliance with transport/handling/safety regulations; MSDS and batch details on packing where applicable
- Non-return policy: faulty HDDs not returned under warranty
- Option clause: up to 50% quantity variation during contract; delivery time adjusted accordingly; minimum extension is 30 days
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: not specified in provided data; bidders must verify with BEL terms
- GST guidance: applicable GST must be checked by bidder; reimbursement as actuals or applicable rate, whichever lower
- Data sheet validation: must match product specifications; non-conforming bids liable for rejection
- Data/authorization: provide OEM authorization, vendor code creation documents, and bank EFT mandate
- Delivery/installation: ensure OEM-certified delivery, with installation and testing as per scope
- Penalties: standard LIQUIDATED DAMAGES apply (not explicitly stated here; verify during bid)
- Warranty: warranty terms not provided; bidders should seek BEL-defined terms in tender pack