Indian Army Hiring of 100 Mbps Circuit between Meerut and Mathura, Lucknow – IPv6 Ready IT Services 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, seeks to hire a single 100 Mbps circuit connecting Meerut and Mathura under a procurement in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Estimated value not disclosed; EMD is ₹66,124. Bidders must meet turnover criteria (three-year average) for both the bidder and the OEM, with documentary evidence from Audited Balance Sheets or CA certificates. OEMs from bunch bids must ensure the highest-valued primary product OEM satisfies turnover criteria. Mandatory vendor-code documentation includes PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate. IPv6 readiness and a Malicious Code Certificate are explicit prerequisites, and OEM authorization is required where applicable.

Key differentiators include strict anti-malware certification, mandatory IPv6 compatibility from day one, and a formal malicious code certificate to safeguard hardware and software integrity. The scope focuses on telecom/network connectivity rather than hardware production, with emphasis on compliance, vendor credibility, and secure architecture. Optional site visits may be offered to bidders.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Circuit procurement of 100 Mbps bandwidth between Meerut and Mathura with IPv6 readiness from day one.
• No BOQ quantity lines provided; emphasis on service provision, SLA, and security certifications.
• Mandatory documents: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, and EFT Mandate; OEM authorization where applicable.
• Critical compliance: Malicious Code Certificate certifying absence of embedded malicious code; breach consequences defined in contract.
• Acknowledgement of OEM turnover criteria for primary product in bunch bids; IS 550/ISO-style standards not specified but compliance expected via generic IT/telecom norms.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹66,124; payable as specified in bid guidelines.
• Turnover: three-year average for bidder and OEM; documentary proof required.
• IT equipment must be IPv6 ready; site visit option may be offered.
• Vendor-code prerequisites: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; OEM authorization if required.
• Malicious code certificate mandatory; non-compliance triggers disqualification.
• No BOQ items; focus on service delivery, uptime SLA, and security posture.