Centre For Development Of Advanced Computing QKD Maintenance & On Demand Fiber Laying Tender Bangalore Karnataka 2026

Tender Overview

• Centre For Development Of Advanced Computing (CDAC), operating under the Department Of Electronics And Information Technology, invites bids for QKD maintenance and on-demand fiber laying services in BANGALORE, KARNATAKA. Estimated value: ₹2,500,000. No BOQ items are listed, but the scope includes service maintenance and fiber installation. The tender emphasizes flexible scope up to 25%, with potential adjustment pending contract issuance. Bidders must align with CDAC’s service expectations and support requirements, including dedicated service lines and escalation matrices. This procurement targets specialized IT infrastructure maintenance and network deployment capabilities in a premier government research environment.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Service categories: QKD maintenance; on-demand fiber laying.
• Location: Bangalore, Karnataka (560001).
• Quantity/Value: Estimated value ₹2,500,000; no BOQ items published.
• Contract flexibility: Scope/duration may be increased up to 25% post-issue; lumpsum service adjustments allowed with provider consent.
• Service delivery expectations: Dedicated toll-free support; escalation matrix with contact numbers; adherence to supplier performance and availability.
• Documentation/Compliance notes: Upload all mandatory certificates; avoid including commercial bids in the technical bid; TDS on GST applicable; FDR/PBG alternative permitted; delivery of original FDR within 15 days of award.
• Financial/Legal terms: TDS @ 2% on GST for value above ₹2.5 Lakhs; ensure non-liability to liquidation or bankruptcy; assignment/sub-contracting require prior written consent.
• Support commitments: OEM/BIU escalation and post-sale service expectations clearly defined.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Performance: EMD not specified; however, bid security and performance commitments are implied through standard GeM terms; FDR accepted as performance security with specific endorsement.
• Payment terms: TDS @ 2% on GST; payment timing not explicitly stated; ensure compliance with CDAC payment processes.
• Delivery timeline: Not explicitly stated; contract flexibility allows scope expansion within 25%; verify implementation schedule post-award.
• Certification/eligibility: Upload required certificates and documents; non-submission leads to rejection; bidder must not be in liquidation or bankruptcy.
• Support/Service: Dedicated toll-free service number; escalation matrix; OEM/partner support alignment.
• Penalties/Commitments: Not detailed; ensure compliance with terms and service levels; adhere to GeM AtC and ATC requirements.