Indian Army Networking Equipment Tender 24-Port Manageable Switch OTE, CAT6 Cables, RJ45 Boxes JK 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) invites bids for a broad range of networking and IT support items, including L2 manageable 24-port switches, CAT6 cables, RJ-45 components, active 4K cables, fiber, patch cords, server racks, cable management, power extension boards, and related accessories. Estimated value is not disclosed; the bid requires an EMD of ₹40,000. Delivery location is the Zangli Garrison, Kupwara, Jammu & Kashmir 193222. A key differentiator is the wide breadth of items spanning networking, power, cables, and rack systems, with a strong emphasis on on-site/onsite installation and commissioning when applicable.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit technical specs published in the tender text; bidders must rely on the Data Sheet uploaded with the bid and ensure all items align with the listed categories: L2 24-port switch, UTP CAT6 cable drums, RJ45 boxes, 4K active cables (20m/15m/10m), Ethernet cables (5m/3m), Fiber active cables (30m), 2U modular rack, cable management sleeve (1 inch), power cords, CMOS battery, power extensions, AIO adapters, wifi modem power adapters, server cooling fans/trays, LAN patch cords, labelling tape, 4-port patch hub.
• IT equipment must be IPv6 ready from day one.
• Data Sheet must accompany bid; mismatch risks rejection.
• Service Centre presence required in every state of consignee locations; if absent, must be established within 30 days of award.
• OEM certification/authorized reseller deployment for installation, commissioning, testing, and training as applicable.
• 3 years of demonstrated supply/manufacture of similar category products to Central/State Govt or PSUs; submit contracts as evidence.
• Malicious Code Certificate requirement applies.
• Data Sheet and product specs will be cross-verified with offered products.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹40,000.
• Experience: Bidder or OEM must have supplied similar category products to Govt/PSU for 3 years prior to bid opening; provide contracts as evidence; if bunch bid, primary product must meet criterion.
• Delivery/Installation: On-site delivery to Kupwara, JK; installation/ commissioning by OEM-certified personnel if scope includes installation.
• Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% and extend delivery time using the prescribed formula with a minimum of 30 days.
• Service & Support: Functional Service Centre in each state where consignee located; evidence required before payment release; if not present, establish Centre within 30 days post-award.
• Data Sheet: Data Sheet of each offered product must be uploaded; mismatches may lead to rejection.
• IPv6 readiness, security/anti-virus certificates (Malicious Code Certificate) to be uploaded.
• Address for delivery: Zangli Garrison, Kupwara, Jammu & Kashmir 193222.
• Warranty/AMC: Details not specified; bidders should infer from typical govt contracts and ATC terms.