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South Asian University Master System and HPC Compute Tender in India 2025 for GPU Compute, PFS Storage, Smart Rack, UPS, Networking & 5-Year Warranty

Bid Publish Date

24-Oct-2025, 3:15 pm

Bid End Date

19-Dec-2025, 3:00 pm

EMD

₹30,00,000

Latest Corrigendum Available

Progress

Issue24-Oct-2025, 3:15 pm
Corrigendum12-Dec-2025
AwardPending
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Quantity

35

Category

GPU Compute System

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • • Critical EMD amount: ₹3,000,000 and bid security process.
  • • 25% quantity flexibility during contract and currency; formula-driven delivery extension with minimum 30 days.
  • • Onsite HPC Linux expert for sustained operations; Year 6-7 AMC commitments.
  • • Extensive product suite: Master System, GPU Compute, PFS Storage, Smart Rack, UPS, networking hardware, and remote monitoring.
  • • ATC document referenced; BOQ items show 19 entries with unspecified quantities requiring clarification.
  • • 5-year warranty and long-term support clauses integral to procurement.

Categories 21

OFFICE EQUIPMENTS PORT REMOTE MONITORING SYSTEM ARNO STARTING CONTACTOR AUTOMATIC TELLER MACHINE EXTENSOMETERS POWER WATER LEVEL RECORDER APFC PANEL OTHER SERVICE REPELLENTS SUPPLY FUME HOODS MICROPROCESSORS PUMP HOUSE AUTOMATION ULTRASONIC CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT GRAPHICS CARD UPS ATM CARDIAC PACEMAKERS AND RELATED PRODUCTS MONITORING SYSTEM

Tender Overview

South Asian University invites bids for a comprehensive suite of high-performance computing and data center infrastructure, including Master System, Compute System, GPU Compute System, PFS Storage Disk Arrays, PFS Storage IO nodes, Smart Rack Solution, Fire Detection and Suppression System, Rodent Repellent System, UPS, Ethernet Network Switch, IB Switch, Remote Monitoring System, SW Stack, plus Installation, Training and Documentation, with Warranty and Support for 5 years, One onsite HPC Linux expert, and Year 6–7 AMC. The bid includes an EMD of ₹3,000,000 and a flexible quantity option of up to 25% increase during contract execution. Delivery terms align with the option clause, starting from the last date of original delivery order, with minimum extension rules described. Location details are not specified and require clarification. This tender emphasizes turnkey HPC and data center deployment with long-term support.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Product categories: Master System, Compute System, GPU Compute System, PFS Storage Disk Arrays, PFS Storage IO nodes, Smart Rack Solution, Fire Detection and Suppression System, Rodent Repellent System, UPS, Ethernet Network Switch, IB Switch, Remote Monitoring System, SW Stack.
  • Services: Installation, Training, Documentation, 5-year Warranty and Support, Year 6 AMC, Year 7 AMC.
  • Key terms: 3 years of onsite HPC Linux expert presence; comprehensive AMC coverage for years 6-7; turnkey deployment including software stack and training; procurement may involve multiple 19 items (BOQ present but with no explicit quantities).
  • EMD/Value cues: EMD ₹3,000,000 indicates sizable project scope; no explicit unit prices or delivery deadlines provided in data; bidders should prepare for a large-scale data center rollout.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • EMD: ₹3,000,000 as bid security.
  • Option clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity by up to 25% at contract time and during the currency, with delivery extensions calculated as (additional/Original) × Original days, minimum 30 days.
  • Delivery & AMC: 5-year warranty, Year 6 and Year 7 AMC commitments; onsite HPC Linux expert included.
  • BOQ ambiguity: 19 items listed, with N/A quantities; bidders should seek ATC document (Buyer uploaded ATC) for itemized scope and delivery expectations.
  • Documentation: Comply with included ATC and terms; ensure readiness for large-scale integration and long-term support commitments.

Key Specifications

  • Master System and Compute System procurement for HPC workloads

  • GPU Compute System and PFS Storage Disk Arrays with IO nodes

  • Smart Rack Solution and Fire/Rodent protection systems

  • Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) and Ethernet/IB Switches

  • Remote Monitoring System and Software Stack

  • Installation, Training, Documentation, 5-year Warranty

  • Onsite HPC Linux expert and AMC for years 6-7

Terms & Conditions

  • EMD of ₹3,000,000 required; bid security along with bid submission

  • Option clause allows ±25% quantity changes; delivery timelines adjust accordingly

  • 5-year warranty with Year 6-7 AMC; onsite HPC expert included in scope

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Not specified in provided data; bidders should review ATC for terms related to payments, milestones, and penalties.

Delivery Schedule

Delivery period tied to last date of original delivery order; additional time as per option clause with minimum 30 days.

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Not detailed in available data; ATC may include LD and performance bond terms—verify during bid submission.

Bidder Eligibility

  • Experience in large-scale HPC/data-center hardware deployment

  • Demonstrated capability to provide onsite HPC Linux expert services

  • Financial capacity to mobilize ₹3,000,000 EMD and multi-year AMC commitments

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Bill of Quantities (BOQ) 19 Items

Item # Title Description Quantity Unit Consignee Delivery (Days)
1 Master System HPC master node 2 piece vineetg 56
2 Compute System CPU compute node 10 piece vineetg 56
3 GPU Compute System GPU compute node 3 piece vineetg 56
4 PFS Storage Disk Arrays 1000TB Lustre 1 piece vineetg 56
5 PFS Storage IO nodes I/O node 4 piece vineetg 56
6 Smart Rack Solution Cooling - Rack - nodes - switch etc 1 piece vineetg 56
7 Fire Detection and Suppression System Fire Detection and Suppression System 1 piece vineetg 56
8 Rodent Repellent System Ultrasonic Rodent Repellers 1 piece vineetg 56
9 UPS UPS with 30 min backup 1 piece vineetg 56
10 Ethernet Network Switch 48-port 1Gig Ethernet Network Switch 2 piece vineetg 56
11 IB Switch 64-port (32 OSFP) Managed NDR 400Gb/s 1 piece vineetg 56
12 Remote monitoring System Integrated 1 piece vineetg 56
13 SW Stack Workload Manager - Cluster Management - OS etc 1 number vineetg 56
14 Installation Installation 1 unit vineetg 56
15 Training and Documentation Training and Documentation 1 unit vineetg 56
16 Warranty and Support for 5 years Five years OEM NBD onsite warranty 1 unit vineetg 56
17 One onsite HPC Linux expert Manpower for three months post commissioning 1 unit vineetg 56
18 Year 6 AMC 6th Year Comprehensive AMC 1 unit vineetg 1,825
19 Year 7 AMC 7th Year Comprehensive AMC 1 unit vineetg 1,825

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Required Documents

1

GST registration

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

Experience certificates for similar HPC/data-center deployments

4

Financial statements demonstrating capacity for large-scale procurement

5

EMD submission receipt showing ₹3,000,000

6

Technical bid documents and compliance certificates

7

OEM authorizations and software stack qualifications

Corrigendum Updates

7 Updates
#1

Update

12-Dec-2025

Extended Deadline

19-Dec-2025, 3:00 pm

Opening Date

19-Dec-2025, 3:30 pm

#2

Update

09-Dec-2025

Extended Deadline

12-Dec-2025, 3:00 pm

Opening Date

12-Dec-2025, 3:30 pm

#3

Update

01-Dec-2025
#4

Update

01-Dec-2025

Extended Deadline

08-Dec-2025, 11:00 am

Opening Date

08-Dec-2025, 11:30 am

#5

Update

21-Nov-2025

Extended Deadline

02-Dec-2025, 11:00 am

Opening Date

02-Dec-2025, 11:30 am

#6

Update

13-Nov-2025
#7

Update

13-Nov-2025

Extended Deadline

21-Nov-2025, 6:00 pm

Opening Date

21-Nov-2025, 6:30 pm

Frequently Asked Questions

What documents are required for the SAU HPC tender in 2025?

Bidders must submit GST registration, PAN, experience certificates for similar HPC deployments, financial statements, EMD ₹3,000,000, technical bid documents, OEM authorizations, and software stack qualifications as described in the ATC.

How is quantity adjustment handled in SAU tender 2025?

The purchaser may alter order quantity by up to 25% at contract placement and during currency. Delivery extension is calculated as (additional quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery days, with a minimum of 30 days.

What is the EMD amount for SAU master system tender 2025?

The EMD is ₹3,000,000. Bidders must provide a valid bid security deposit in approved form, as specified in the ATC, to participate in the tender.

What warranty and AMC terms apply to SAU HPC procurement?

The contract includes a 5-year warranty with Year 6 and Year 7 AMC. An onsite HPC Linux expert is included for the initial period, with annual maintenance commitments extending into subsequent years.

Which product categories are included in SAU 2025 tender?

Categories include Master System, Compute System, GPU Compute System, PFS Storage Disk Arrays, PFS Storage IO nodes, Smart Rack, Fire/Suppression, Rodent Repellent, UPS, Ethernet/IB switches, Remote Monitoring, SW Stack, Installation, Training, and Documentation.

How to bid for SAU 2025 tender if quantities are unclear?

Review the ATC uploaded by SAU; confirm the 19-item BOQ scope, request clarifications on item quantities, and ensure bid pricing accommodates potential 25% quantity variations per the option clause.