Indian Army Audio Studio Equipment Tender Imphal Manipur 795001 ISI/IS 550 Standards 2026

Tender Overview

The opportunity is issued by the Indian Army under the Department of Military Affairs for a comprehensive audio studio and related equipment package, covering 46 items including high‑quality mixers, microphones, workstations, and studio furniture. The procurement location is Imphal West, Manipur 795001, with an estimated value not disclosed and an EMD of ₹152,411. The deliverable scope includes installation, commissioning, and a complete broadcast‑quality studio setup (air studio 10x10, wood‑soundproof doors, acoustic elements, and control room furniture). A key differentiator is the breadth of integrated gear and the inclusion of playout software with logging and a cloud storage provision (10 GB) for prerecorded content. The tender emphasizes on‑premises delivery and turnkey commissioning to ARPS Kakching, Manipur. The option clause permits quantity fluctuations up to ±25% and delivery time adjustments, creating flexibility for schedule risk management. Bidders must ensure data sheets align with offered products and meet OEM market life requirements. The submission requires governance by IT IPv6 readiness and security certifications, with a mandatory supplier background in government deployments. This tender consolidates multiple equipment categories under a single contract, underscoring coordination and technical compliance as critical success factors.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product scope includes: 24 band audio processor, audio encoder, internet streamer, CDN server for unlimited listeners, 10 GB cloud storage, Android/iOS application development, 50 W monitoring, 12/16 channel analog mixers, RJ condenser microphones, USB sound cards, desktop and table‑top setups, wireless and wired accessories, and studio furniture.
• Data sheets must accompany bids; mismatches may lead to rejection.
• EMD: ₹152,411; bidding product stability requires a three‑year residual life not deprecated by OEM.
• Experience: prior supply to Central/State Govt or PSUs for at least 3 years; primary product must meet the criterion in multi‑item bids.
• IT readiness: IPv6 capable hardware/software from day one.
• Warranty/Support: implied post‑installation support and maintenance terms to be specified by bidder.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option clause allows a maximum 25% quantity variation at contract award and during the currency with adjusted timelines.
• Delivery & Installation to ARPS, Pallel, Kakching, Manipur, with commissioning included if within scope.
• Documents: PAN, GSTIN, canceled cheque, EFT mandate; data sheets; vendor code creation documents.
• Financial health: bidder must not be insolvent or under liquidation; must provide undertaking.
• Data integrity: products must be current and not end‑of‑life for at least 3 years post‑bid opening.
• Security/standards: Malicious Code Certificate and IPv6 readiness; OEM authorizations may be required.