Indian Army Unified Communications & Networking Equipment Tender Mathura Uttar Pradesh 2025 - IPv6 Ready IT Hardware & Installation & Commissioning

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks a comprehensive procurement package in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh 281001 for a broad range of Unified Communications and network infrastructure equipment. The scope spans IP phones, video collaboration devices, VOIP gateways, Layer 2 switches with PoE, auto attendant consoles, patch panels, cat 6 and OFC patch cords, environmental controls, 20 KVA UPS with 1+1 redundancy and battery banks, 9U/42U racks, next generation firewall, installation and commissioning services. The estimated value is not disclosed, but the Fiscal EMD requirement is ₹9,00,000. The contract anticipates OEM-led installation by certified resources and IPv6 readiness from day one, with data sheets required for verification. Special terms include option to vary quantity by up to 25% and extended delivery timing rules, underscoring procurement scale and rollout complexity. This tender emphasizes government procurement standards and vendor capability in delivering end-to-end IT infrastructure for critical defense communications.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: Unified communications devices, IP phones (video/audio), TDM WAN, voice integration devices, network switches (PoE), auto attendant consoles, FXS gateways, management consoles, earthing systems, 42U/9U racks, 20 KVA UPS with battery banks, 9U racks, next generation firewall, patch panels, patch cords (Cat 6, OFC)
• Standards & readiness: All IT equipment must be IPv6 ready from day one; OEM-backed installation, configuration, testing, and training; data sheets must align with offered specifications
• Delivery scope: Installation, commissioning, and ongoing support as part of the bid; 1+1 UPS redundancy required; environment control devices included
• Experience expectations: 3 years of regular supply to Central/State Govt or PSUs; non-obsolete equipment with minimum three years residual market life
• Data integrity: Data sheet verification is mandatory; non-matching parameters can lead to bid rejection
• Security & compliance: Must meet “Malicious Code Certificate” requirement and IT security expectations; IPv6 readiness and OEM-authorized resources mandated
• EMD & financials: ₹9,00,000 EMD; PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; vendor code creation documents required

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹9,00,000; payable as per tender terms and methods accepted
• Delivery terms: Delivery period variable with option to increase up to 25% quantity, minimum additional time 30 days
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in supplying similar category products to Government/PSUs; primary product must meet criteria in case of bunch bids
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; data sheets for all offered products; OEM authorizations or OEM-certified resellers
• Installation & training: Performed by OEM-certified personnel or OEM-authorized resellers
• IPv6 readiness: Equipment should be IPv6 capable from day one
• Warranty & penalties: Not explicitly detailed in the provided text; standard agency penalties may apply per terms
• Misc: Bidder must not be in liquidation or bankruptcy; must submit undertakings and relevant contracts as evidence