BEML HDD Tender 8TB 7.2K NL SAS 512e 3.5in Hot Plug Kolar Karnataka 2026

Tender Overview

Bharat Earth Movers Limited (beml) invites bids for an 8TB 7.2K RPM NL SAS 512e, 3.5in Hot Plug Hard Drive to support its Defence Production operations in KOLAR, KARNATAKA. The scope covers a single drive model with SAS 512e interface and hot-plug capability; however, no BOQ items are listed. The tender notes a flexible quantity clause allowing up to 50% increase/decrease from bid quantity and contract quantity, with delivery timelines linked to the last delivery order date. GST invoice submission through the GeM portal is required. This procurement targets storage expansion for defence-led systems under the Department of Defence Production.

Key differentiator includes the option clause for quantity adjustments during contract execution and the mandatory GST verification via the GeM portal. The tender emphasizes standard invoicing processes rather than a fixed schedule, enabling responsive supply planning for sudden order changes.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product name/category: 8TB 7.2K RPM NL SAS 512e, 3.5in Hot plug Hard Drive.
• Interface/Standard: SAS 512e with 3.5-inch form factor and hot-plug capability; no explicit speed or MTBF data provided.
• Quantity/Value context: No items listed in BOQ; estimated value and EMD details are not provided; procurement relies on bid quantity and option clauses.
• Delivery/Testing: Delivery timeline tied to order date; extended delivery time if option clause exercised; no installation notes or warranty data available.
• Compliance notes: GST invoice required; GST portal payment confirmation screenshot required during invoice generation.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Purchaser may alter quantity by up to 50% of bid quantity at contract award and again during currency at contracted rates; minimum additional time is 30 days. Delivery period adjusts based on the calculation (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period.
• GST Invoicing: Seller must upload GST invoice scan and GST portal payment confirmation screenshot in GeM.
• Delivery/Payment: No fixed delivery window published; terms indicate flexibility tied to delivery orders and extended periods.
• Documentation: GST compliance and GST portal evidence are mandatory; standard commercial terms apply. No explicit EMD amount disclosed in the data.
• Compliance: Bidders must adhere to the option clause and GeM GST verification requirements to participate.