DRDO Visakhapatnam AI Workstation Tender 2026 for High-Performance AI/ML Workstations with 12-Month Warranty
Bid Publish Date
28-Aug-2026, 5:24 pm
Bid End Date
18-Sep-2026, 6:00 pm
EMD
₹55,000
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) procurement for AI/ML workstation hardware
- • 12-month OEM warranty with on-site service and maintenance from India-based centers
- • Single contract scope covering Supply, Installation, Testing, Commissioning, and Operator Training
- • EMD of ₹55,000; GST applicability to be clarified by bidder; reimbursement method specified
- • Dedicated toll-free service contact and escalation matrix required from bidder/OEM
- • 3-day mandatory operator training; training deliverables to be documented
Tender Overview
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Department of Defence Research & Development, invites bids for the supply, installation, testing, commissioning of dedicated high-performance AI workstations for AI/ML applications at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The contract covers supply, installation, commissioning, testing, and operator training, with on-site delivery at consignee location. EMD ₹55,000 and OEM warranty for 12 months are specified, with service support and escalation matrices required. The scope emphasizes complete lifecycle delivery, including statutory clearances if applicable, and a robust after-sales service network within India. Location-specific procurement details indicate a focus on reliable hardware capable of AI/ML workloads under DRDO oversight.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Dedicated high-performance AI workstation for AI/ML
- Scope elements: Supply, Installation, Testing, Commissioning, Operator Training, statutory clearances
- Warranty: 12 months from final acceptance or post-installation testing (whichever is earlier)
- Training: 3 days on-site or approved location
- Service: Dedicated/oem support with toll-free number and escalation matrix
- Location: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh; consignment at consignee location
- Documentation: OEM warranty certificates required at delivery; installation, commissioning & testing reports
- Additional: GST applicability to be determined by bidder; GST reimbursement per actuals or quoted rate
- BOQ: No items listed; scope appears as a single package with standard components
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹55,000 (electronic submission or as per bid document)
- Warranty: 12 months from final acceptance; OEM certificates required at delivery
- Training: 3 days of operator training; included in scope
- After-sales: Well-established service network in INDIA; service centers near consignee destinations to be uploaded
- GST: Bidder to determine GST impact; reimbursement as per actuals or applicable rate (whichever is lower)
- Compliance: Bid must include all requested certificates; non-uploaded certificates may trigger rejection
- Non-disclosure: Bidder to sign NDA on bid letterhead
Key Specifications
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Product: Dedicated high-performance AI workstation for AI/ML
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Scope: Supply, Installation, Testing, Commissioning, Operator Training
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Warranty: 12 months from final acceptance
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Training: 3 days
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Location: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
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OEM service network: in INDIA with contact/escalation details
Terms & Conditions
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EMD of ₹55,000 and on-site installation/commissioning scope
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12-month OEM warranty with certificates required at delivery
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3-day operator training and dedicated service/escalation matrix
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
GST handling to be decided by bidder; reimbursement as actuals or quoted rate, whichever is lower
Delivery Schedule
Delivery, installation, and commissioning to be completed as per DRDO consignee requirements; exact dates not specified
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not explicitly described in provided data; ensure bid includes standard DRDO LD terms
Bidder Eligibility
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Experience in supplying and installing AI/ML workstation hardware
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Proven service network with India-wide support capability
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Financial stability evidenced by recent financial statements
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
120 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
6
Warranty Period
1 years
Experience Required
2 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Procurement, Commissioning and Deployment of Dedicated High Performance AI workstation for AI or ML
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
15
Pre-Bid & Qualification
Pre-Bid Date
04-09-2026 11:00:00
Pre-Bid Venue
NAVAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGICAL LABORATORY NSTL, Defence Research & Development, Ministry of Defence, Visakhapatnam, Pin-530027 Contact Person: Shri. Suresh Kumar Panda, Sc- F Contact No. 0891 2586413 Email ID: [email protected] Technical Person: V. Srinivas Rao, Contact No. 0891 2586545
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
30
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Visakhapatnam
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Visakhapatnam | Visakhapatnam | - | - | 1 | 30 | - |
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
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Corrigendum Updates
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
PAN card
OEM authorization certificate (if bidding as authorized partner)
Experience certificates for similar AI workstation supply/installation
Financial statements (last 2-3 years) demonstrating stability
Technical bid documents outlining hardware specs and compliance
Warranty certificates from OEM
Service center details near consignee destinations
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about ANDHRA PRADESH tender market
How to bid for the AI workstation tender in Visakhapatnam DRDO 2026
Bidders should prepare GST registration, PAN, OEM authorizations, and experience certificates for similar AI hardware projects. Include EMD ₹55,000 and OEM warranty documentation. Ensure supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and training are covered, with on-site delivery at Visakhapatnam consignee location and 3-day operator training.
What documents are required for DRDO AI workstation bid in Andhra Pradesh
Submit GST certificate, PAN, OEM authorization, two to three years of financial statements, technical bid detailing hardware specs, installation/commissioning plan, and OEM warranty certificates. Include service center details in India and a 12-month warranty commitment from the date of final acceptance.
What are the technical specs for the high-performance AI workstation tender in Visakhapatnam
The tender specifies a dedicated AI/ML workstation with supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and operator training. While exact hardware is not listed, bidders should propose workstation configurations meeting modern AI workloads and include OEM warranty certificates and on-site service capabilities.
What is the EMD amount for the DRDO Visakhapatnam procurement 2026
The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is ₹55,000. Submit via the preferred electronic mode in the bid submission. Ensure EMD is valid through the evaluation period and align with all other bid security requirements stated in the tender documents.
When is training required for DRDO AI workstation deployment in Andhra Pradesh
A mandatory 3-day operator training is required as part of the scope. Training should cover operating procedures, maintenance basics, and troubleshooting, delivered at or near the consignee location in Visakhapatnam as part of the installation and commissioning phase.
What warranty is required for the AI workstation bid in DRDO procurement
A 12-month OEM warranty from final acceptance or after completion of installation and testing. OEM warranty certificates must be submitted at delivery, with a commitment to rectify breakdowns during the warranty period and a service network within India.
What service support requirements are mandated for the DRDO Visakhapatnam tender
Bidder/OEM must provide a dedicated toll-free service phone line and a formal escalation matrix with contact numbers. Ensure service centers near the consignee locations are listed and that post-sale support capabilities are clearly documented.
What delivery location and scope does the DRDO Visakhapatnam AI tender specify
Delivery scope includes supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and operator training at the consignee location in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The contract emphasizes end-to-end deployment with on-site setup and training supported by OEM service centers.