Tender Overview
The Indian Navy, Department of Military Affairs, invites bids for a Layer 3 access switch intended for deployment at Naval Dockyard Mumbai, Maharashtra 400002. The scope covers a comprehensive, on-site capable switch with multi-port configurations, redundant power, hot-swappable components, and on-site OEM warranty. Key differentiators include high port diversity (RJ45, SFP/SFP+, 40G QSFP+, 100G QSFP28 uplinks) and IS 550/ISO-like reliability expectations expressed through MTBF and on-site warranty terms. Estimated value and exact quantities are not published; EMD is ₹12,980. Bidders should align with delivery and support requirements, including a functional service center in Maharashtra and a clear escalation matrix. The contract allows option quantities up to 25% during and after award, with delivery timelines anchored to the original schedule and extended periods as specified. This tender emphasizes supply-only scope with installation/commissioning handled at the deployed post by navy personnel. Keywords: tender in Mumbai, Maharashtra government tender, SBI procurement-style rigor applied to naval equipment, ISI/IS 550-like standards expected by defense buyers.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Category: Layer 3 Access Switch with extensive uplink options
- Ports: 10/100/1000 Base-T, Multi-Gigabit, 1 G uplinks, 10 G uplinks, 40 G QSFP+, 100 G QSFP28 uplinks
- Management: RJ45/RS-232/USB management, RAM and flash memory specifications
- Performance: Forwarding bandwidth and MPPS targets, non-blocking line-rate, MTBF in years
- Redundancy: Hot-swappable PSU and fans, redundant power and cooling
- OS/Software: Specified operating system supporting high-scale switching
- Installation: On-site deployment at Naval Dockyard Mumbai; delivery within contract terms
- Warranty: On-site OEM warranty period
- Compliance: Industry-grade reliability targets and service center obligations; 30-day evidence timeline for service capability
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹12,980; payment terms align to contract milestones
- Delivery: Commence from the last date of original delivery order; option quantities up to 25%
- After-Sales: Functional service center in Maharashtra within 30 days of award; toll-free service; escalation matrix
- Scope: Supply-only; installation/ commissioning as applicable at deployed site
- Penalties: Follow option clauses and delivery extensions; potential LDs/penalties per bid terms
- Documentation: OEM authorization, GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, technical bid, EMD proof
- Warranty: On-site OEM warranty; hot-swappable components; RMAs supported by local centers