Indian Army Optical Fibre Cable & OTDR Tender Kathua Jammu & Kashmir 2026 - ISI/OLT Standards and ATC Clauses
Bid Publish Date
18-Oct-2026, 7:33 pm
Bid End Date
28-Oct-2026, 8:00 pm
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for Optical Fibre Cable networking components, Add-on Gateways for PABX systems, and an Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) in Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir 184101. Key items include an 8-port FXO/FXS unit with 80 KM SFP modules plus 4 E1 and 4 Ethernet interfaces with VLAN support, plus 6 KM of unarmoured 4-core OFC, and a single OTDR unit. Chinese equipment is explicitly not acceptable. The procurement may include quantity variations up to 25% at contracted rates; delivery timelines extend from the original delivery order date with a minimum 30-day extension rule. No BOQ items are listed.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- 8-port FXO/FXS with 80 KM SFP modules, plus 4 E1, 4 ETH with VLAN features enabled; quantity implied by ATC clauses
- OFC, 4-core unarmoured cable; length: 06 KM
- OTDR: 1 unit
- Prohibition: Chinese equipment or components is not acceptable
- Delivery terms dependent on option clause; delivery period calculation uses (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period with a minimum 30 days
- ATC uploaded document governs additional terms
Terms & Eligibility
- Quantity variance up to 25% permitted during contract; delivery period extends from last date of original delivery order
- Disallowed items: Chinese equipment/components; compliance with Indian procurement preferences may apply
- EMD amount and exact submission documents are not disclosed in the provided data; bidders should refer to ATC for exact requirements and OEM authorizations
Terms & Conditions
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EMD and full bid documents not disclosed; bidders must consult ATC for submission requirements
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Quantity adjustments allowed up to 25% during contract, with rate consistency at contracted prices
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Delivery period starts from last date of original order; minimum 30 days extension
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Chinese components not acceptable; must meet Indian procurement guidelines
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OTDR, OFC cables, and PABX gateway components must align with VLAN-enabled specifications
Important Clauses
Delivery & Option Clause
Quantity may increase/decrease by up to 25% at contract placement and during currency; delivery period scales with formula, minimum 30 days
Prohibition of Chinese Equipment
Items containing Chinese components are not acceptable; bidders must provide compliant alternatives
ATC Documentation
ATC document governs specific technical and contractual terms; bidders must review uploaded ATC
Bidder Eligibility
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Experience in supplying OTDRs and optical fiber networking components
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Ability to provide 8-port FXO/FXS gateways with VLAN features and 80 KM SFP modules
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Compliance with Indian procurement policy and no Chinese components
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
6003
Category
Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR)
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
7
Past Performance
10 %
Experience Required
1 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Optical Fibre Cable for Networking (Q3) , Add on Gateways for PABX System (Q2) , Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) (Q3)
Advisory Bank
PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
36
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
KATHUA
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | KATHUA | KATHUA | - | - | 6000 | 15 | - |
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-9912298.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
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Required Documents
Experience Criteria
Past Performance
Bidder Turnover
Certificate (Requested in ATC)
OEM Authorization Certificate
OEM Annual Turnover
Compliance of BoQ specification and supporting document *In case any bidder is seeking exemption from Experience / Turnover Criteria
the supporting documents to prove his eligibility for exemption must be uploaded for evaluation by the buyer
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about JAMMU AND KASHMIR tender market
How to bid for Indian Army optical fibre tender in Kathua?
Bidders should review the ATC uploaded with the tender, confirm product scope for 8-port FXO/FXS gateways with VLAN-enabled features, 6 KM 4-core OFC, and a single OTDR. Prepare OEM authorizations, GST and PAN, experience evidence, and any required EMD per ATC terms before submission.
What documents are required for the Kathua optical fibre tender submission?
Submit GST registration, PAN, company details, experience certificates for similar OTDR/OFC projects, financial statements, EMD proof, OEM authorization letters, and technical compliance certificates as specified in the ATC. Ensure Chinese-components prohibition compliance is demonstrated for all items.
What are the key technical specifications for the OTDR tender item?
Eligible OTDR must be compatible with single unit procurement; no Chinese components; provide manufacturer model, warranty terms, OTDR event/cusion measurements, and ISO/IEC quality assurances. Ensure integration with VLAN-enabled PABX gateway solution per ATC requirements.
What is the delivery timeframe and option clause impact for Kathua bid?
Delivery is governed by the option clause allowing +/- 25% quantity adjustment; delivery period starts from the last date of the original order, with a minimum 30-day extension. If extended, time scales as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original period.
Are Chinese components permitted in this Indian Army procurement?
No, Chinese equipment or components are explicitly not acceptable; bidders must offer alternatives meeting Indian procurement policy and ATC constraints, with documented compliance evidence.
How will VLANS be leveraged in the 8-port gateway proposal?
VLAN features must be enabled on the 8-port FXO/FXS gateway; ensure interface compatibility with 80 KM SFP modules and integration with PABX system requirements as detailed in ATC.
What are the penalties or warranties associated with Kathua tender items?
Warranty terms and penalties are defined in the ATC; bidders should review for defect liability, performance warranties, and LD provisions if delivery or performance delays occur, along with any AMC expectations.