Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, invites bids for security hardware to be procured in JALANDHAR, PUNJAB. The tender requires an EMD of ₹18,000 and mandates the bidder to have at least 3 years of regular supply experience to central/state government or PSUs. Bidders must submit GSTIN, PAN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate, along with a product data sheet. End User Certificate and OEM authorization may be required. The BOQ lists 8 items but specifics are not provided, indicating a broad security hardware scope. The emphasis is on ongoing commercial stability, non-obsolescence, and data-sheet consistency with offered products. A key differentiator is the mandatory data sheet cross-check against technical parameters to avoid bid rejection. Unique clauses include malicious code certification and an OEM authorization requirement, underscoring procurement integrity and supply chain legitimacy.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- EMD: ₹18,000
- Experience: 3 years in supplying same/similar category products to Central/State Govt or PSU
- Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate (certified by bank)
- Data Sheet: Upload product data sheet; must match parameters; mismatches may lead to rejection
- End User Certificate: Provided in buyer format if required
- Malicious Code Certificate: Required attestation that hardware/software lacks embedded malicious code
- Manufacturer Authorization: OEM/Authorized Distributor details required if submitting via channel partner
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Bidder must not be in liquidation or bankruptcy; provide undertaking
- Products should not be obsolete and must have at least 1 year residual market life
- GST will be reimbursed per actuals or applicable rate, whichever is lower
- End User Certificate format to align with buyer's standard format
- Data Sheet verification is mandatory; non-conforming bids may be rejected
- OEM authorization or manufacturer support proof required for non-OEM bidders