Indian Army Windows 11 Pro Version 25H2 Procurement West Delhi 2026 - OEM Authorization & Malicious Code Certification

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks Windows 11 Pro (Version 25H2) software procurement in WEST DELHI, DELHI. The tender indicates no BOQ items and references standard contractual flexibilities such as a 25% quantity increase/decrease at contracted rates and adjusted delivery timelines. The bid emphasizes vendor compliance with non-obsolescence and mandatory security controls. The opportunity targets software licensing for government ICT environments with OEM involvement and secure deployment. The procurement prioritizes providers with demonstrated government supply experience and legitimate OEM authorization, ensuring software remains within current support lifecycles.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Windows 11 Pro (Version 25H2) licenses or licenses-and-support bundle
• Key compliance items: Authorisation Form/Certificate with OEM/Original Equipment Manufacturer; Malicious Code Certificate confirming no embedded malware capable of harm; proof of license legitimacy and license term validity; evidence of non-obsolescence with minimum 3 years market life remaining
• Experience: Bidder or OEM must have 3 years of regular supply/manufacture of similar category products to Central/State Govt bodies; provide contract copies
• Delivery/obsolescence: Ensure product remains active/not end-of-life within the 3-year residual life requirement; adherence to security and licensing standards
• Option clause readiness: Ability to accommodate up to 25% quantity variation during contract and extension periods
• Warranty/Support: Not explicitly stated; ensure OEM service commitments align with government procurement norms

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Purchaser can adjust quantity by up to 25% of bid/contract quantity; extended delivery time calculated as (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days; delivery may extend to original delivery period
• Financial standing: Bidder must not be in liquidation or bankruptcy; provide undertaking
• Lifecycle/Obsolescence: Offered products must have at least 3 years residual market life and must not be end-of-life by OEM before that period
• Experience: 3 years of regular govt supply of same/similar products; provide contract copies
• Security/certificate: Malicious Code Certificate required; OEM authorization mandatory for distributors/suppliers
• Documentation: Manufacturer Authorization/ OEM authorization required with bid; other standard bid docs per terms