DAT 72 EXTERNAL TAPE DRIVE
Indian Air Force
Posted:
29 January 2026
Closed:
18 February 2026
GEM
GEM
Indian Air Force DAT 72 External Tape Drive Tender Pune Maharashtra 2026 - ISO/IS 550 Compliant Equipment Procurement
Progress
Issue11-Jun-2026, 8:32 am
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Quantity
4
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Key Highlights
- • On-site installation at AOC, 2 WING, LOHEGAON, PUNE
- • 1-year OEM warranty with submission of OEM certificates at delivery
- • India-wide after-sales service network requirement
- • Penalties for delay and no partial payments before completion
- • No BOQ items; explicit service and installation expectations
- • Defense category: DAT 72 external tape drive procurement
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Tender Overview
Organization: Indian Air Force (Department of Military Affairs) — procurement of a DAT 72 external tape drive for deployment at AOC, 2 WING, AIR FORCE STATION LOHEGAON, PUNE, MAHARASHTRA 411032. No BOQ items listed; estimated value not disclosed. Scope includes delivery to consignee, installation/commissioning if covered, and after-sales support in India. Key differentiator is on-site installation requirement and post-warranty service capability. This tender targets reliable data backup hardware with a defined delivery address and warranty obligations.
Location: PUNE, MAHARASHTRA; procurement aligned with defense data management infrastructure.
Category/Product: DAT 72 EXTERNAL TAPE DRIVE (data backup hardware) under defense procurement.
Unique aspects: Mandatory onsite installation at Lohegaon air base, OEM warranty submission at delivery, and a 1-year warranty period from final acceptance.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Warranty: 1 year from final acceptance or after installation/comissioning, with OEM warranty certificates due at delivery.
- After-sales: Seller must maintain a robust Installation, Commissioning, Training, Troubleshooting, and Maintenance network across India and provide service center details near consignee destinations.
- Delivery scope: Delivery, installation, and commissioning (if included) at the stated AOC address in Pune; no partial payment until completion.
- Documentation: Mandatory certificates and documents; non-submission may lead to rejection.
- ATC notes: No specific cost/price breakdown provided; ATC terms include penalties for non-performance.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/Payment terms: No partial payment; LD penalties apply if work is not completed within contract period.
- Delivery: On-time delivery to the consignee; installation/commissioning if scope includes it.
- Warranty & Support: Minimum 1 year warranty; OEM certificates required at delivery; service centers must be listed.
- Documentation: Submit all required certificates/documents per bid document and ATC; non-compliance leads to rejection.
- Penalties: Penalty clauses include LD for delay; no partial payments before job completion.
Key Specifications
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Product: DAT 72 external tape drive
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Warranty: 1 year from final acceptance or post-installation
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Delivery address: AOC, 2 WING, AIR FORCE STATION LOHEGAON, PUNE 411032
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Installation/commissioning: requirement included if scope covers supply
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Service network: established INS India service centers for after-sales
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Documentation: OEM warranty certificates to be submitted at delivery
Terms & Conditions
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No partial payment until completion of job
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LD charges applicable for delays beyond contract period
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OEM warranty certificates must accompany delivery
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Delivery, installation, commissioning details tied to consignee location
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Mandatory certificates and documents; rejection for missing items
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
No partial payment prior to project completion; LD applies for delays
Delivery Schedule
Delivery and on-site installation at AOC Lohegaon Pune as per contract scope
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
LD charges applicable if work not completed within contract period
Bidder Eligibility
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Experience in supplying data storage hardware (tape drives) to government/defense sectors
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Evidence of a country-wide service network for installation and maintenance
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Ability to submit OEM warranty certificates at the time of delivery
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
DAT 72 EXTERNAL TAPE DRIVE
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MINISTRY OF DEFENCEMILITARY AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
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Required Documents
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GST registration certificate
2
PAN card
3
Experience certificates for prior data storage hardware supply
4
Financial statements of last 2-3 years
5
EMD/Security deposit documentation (as applicable per bid)
6
Technical compliance certificates for DAT 72 external tape drive
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OEM authorisation / dealer authorization letter
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Warranty certificates from OEM
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Service centre details near consignee locations
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Installation/Commissioning plan (if included in scope)
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Key insights about MAHARASHTRA tender market
How to bid for the DAT 72 tape drive tender in Pune
Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, and OEM authorisation, plus OEM warranty certificates at delivery. Ensure installation/commissioning plan is included and service centers are listed. Adhere to the no-partial-payment rule and include complete delivery details to AOC Lohegaon.
What documents are required for IAF tape drive procurement in Maharashtra
Submit GST registration, PAN, last 3 years financials, experience certificates for similar hardware, OEM authorization, OEM warranty certificates, and service center details. Provide installation/commissioning plan if scope includes installation and ensure compliance with ATC terms.
What are the warranty terms for the external tape drive tender
Warranty is 1 year from final acceptance or after installation/commissioning, with OEM warranty certificates due at delivery. The supplier must guarantee repair of breakdowns during the warranty period and provide India-wide after-sales support via established service centers.
When is delivery expected for the Pune tape drive tender
Delivery must be to AOC, 2 WING, LOHEGAON, PUNE 411032. On-site installation/commissioning is included if in scope; failure to complete within contract period triggers LD penalties per terms.
What are the payment terms in the IAF tape drive contract
The contract specifies no partial payment until completion. Any delay may incur LD charges. Ensure all required OEM certificates accompany delivery to avoid payment delays.
Which standards or certifications are required for the tape drive
Submit OEM warranty certificates and any relevant storage hardware compliance documents. Although IS/standard specifics aren’t listed, emphasize compatibility with defense storage practices and supplier’s ISO/quality documentation as applicable.
What is the scope of installation for the Pune tape drive
If installation is included, on-site installation/commissioning at Lohegaon is required. Provide an installation plan, list service centers, and confirm readiness for immediate after-sales support within India.
How to demonstrate eligibility for defense data storage equipment
Show prior experience with government/defense storage hardware, valid GST/PAN, financial capacity, and ability to provide OEM-authorized warranty certificates. Include service network details and installation readiness for Lohegaon Pune.
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