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Indian Space Research Organization SAN Switch Procurement 2025 Bengaluru Karnataka - Fibre Channel, 16Gbps Blade Modules, Centralized Management

Bid Publish Date

20-Nov-2025, 1:02 pm

Bid End Date

11-Dec-2025, 1:00 pm

Bid Opening Date

11-Dec-2025, 1:30 pm

Progress

Issue20-Nov-2025, 1:02 pm
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Quantity

2

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • • ISRO procurement for SAN Switch (Q2 category) under Department of Space
  • • Blade module options: 32‑port 16Gbps SFP+, 48‑port 16Gbps SFP+, 64‑port 16Gbps QSFP+, 48‑port 32Gbps SFP+
  • • Centralized Management Software license for multi‑fabric visibility
  • • POD License quantity and port‑scale licensing implications
  • • FCIP ports, IP port speeds, and interchassis bandwidth specifications
  • • On‑site OEM warranty requirement and vendor OEM authorization
  • • Option clause allowing ±25% quantity variation with defined delivery recalculation
  • • Exact standards, certifications, and interoperability with Fibre Channel fabrics

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STORAGE AREA NETWORK SAN SWITCH

Tender Overview

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) Department of Space invites bids for a SAN Switch solution (Q2 category) to support Fibre Channel networking. The procurement envisages multiple blade module configurations including 32‑port, 16Gbps SFP+; 48‑port, 16Gbps SFP+; 64‑port, 16Gbps QSFP+; and 48‑port, 32Gbps SFP+ blade modules, with FCIP and IP port capabilities. A centralized management software license is required to monitor and manage fabrics across sites. Key differentiators include POD license quantity, scalability, and on‑site OEM warranty. The project demands rigorous compliance with IS/FC standards and interoperability across multiple fabrics.

Key Specifications

  • Fibre Channel Generation and Fibre Channel Port Speed (Gbps) requirements

  • Blade Module options: 32/48/64 ports with specified speeds

  • POD License type and quantity; Centralized Management Software licensing

  • FCIP ports and IP Port speed requirements; FCIP performance (GbE)

  • Aggregate Switch Bandwidth for FC and IP (end‑to‑end full duplex)

  • Form factor (in U) and number of Blade Modules required

  • On‑Site OEM Warranty (Year) and vendor OEM authorization

Terms & Conditions

  • Quantity variation up to 25% during contract and extended delivery period

  • Centralized management licensing and POD licensing must be compliant

  • EMD and payment terms to be validated from Terms/ATC; on‑site OEM warranty

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Payment terms to be confirmed; ensure adherence to EMD and milestone payments as per contract.

Delivery Schedule

Delivery period starts from last date of original delivery order; option quantity may require recalculated lead times.

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Penalties/LD to be specified in contract; align with delivery schedule and performance obligations.

Bidder Eligibility

  • Experience in supplying high‑end SAN switches and fibre channel fabrics

  • Demonstrated compliance with FC/IP interoperability standards

  • Financial capacity to support large‑scale procurement and licensing

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Technical Specifications 1 Item

Item #1 Details

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Category Specification Requirement
General Specification Fibre Channel Generation 8Gbps, 16Gbps, 32Gbps, NA (Default)
General Specification Switch Type Fixed
General Specification Fibre Channel base ports 48, 64
General Specification POD License NA
General Specification POD License Quantity NA
General Specification Scalability (Ports) 48
General Specification Fibre Channel Port Speed (Gbps) 32
General Specification Media Type Fibre Channel SWL
General Specification FCIP ports 0
General Specification IP Port speed (Gbps) NA
General Specification FCIP performance (GbE) NA
General Specification Aggregate Switch Bandwidth FC (end to end full duplex) 128 Gbps, 384 Gbps, 768 Gbps, 1536 Gbps, 2 Tbps, 5 Tbps, 8 Tbps, 10 Tbps, 16 Tbps, 1024 Gbps, 12 Tbps
General Specification Aggregate Switch Bandwidth IP (end to end full duplex) (Gbps) NA
General Specification Class of service Class 3
General Specification Port Types U/E/F/M/D/EX
General Specification Form factor (U) 1U
General Specification Number of Blade Modules Required NA
General Specification Blade Module - 32 port with 16Gbps SWL SFP+ Blade Module 0
General Specification Blade Module - 48 port with 16Gbps SWL SFP+Blade Module 0
General Specification Blade Module - 64 port with 16Gbps QSFP+ Blade Module 0
General Specification Blade Module - 48 port with 32Gbps SWL SFP+ Blade Module 0
License Required Centralized Management Software to manage and monitor multiple Fabrics within/across multiple sites from single window NA
License Required Bandwidth (Gbps/Tbps) for Interchassis connectivity NA
Miscellaneous On Site OEM Warranty (Year) 3

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

Experience certificates for similar SAN switch deployments

4

Financial statements for the last financial year

5

EMD/Security deposit documentation (as per tender terms)

6

Technical bid documents demonstrating compliance with FC/IS standards

7

OEM authorization certificates from original equipment manufacturer

8

Product data sheets and interoperability test reports

9

Any other documents specified in the Terms and ATC file

Frequently Asked Questions

How to bid for the ISRO SAN switch tender in India 2025?

Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, and EMD along with technical compliance documents. Ensure OEM authorization and data sheets prove FC/IS standards compliance; include POD and centralized management licenses. Review the ATC terms for delivery timelines and quantity variation provisions.

What documents are required for ISRO SAN switch procurement in 2025?

Required documents include GST certificate, PAN card, last two years’ financial statements, experience certificates on similar deployments, EMD documentation, OEM authorization, technical bid, product data sheets, and interoperability test reports. Ensure all documents align with Terms and ATC file directives.

What are the blade module configurations for ISRO SAN switch tender?

Blade modules include 32‑port (16Gbps SFP+), 48‑port (16Gbps SFP+), 64‑port (16Gbps QSFP+), and 48‑port (32Gbps SFP+). Licenses include POD license quantities and centralized management software. Confirm compatibility with FC ports and interconnect topology before bidding.

What is the delivery clause for quantity variation in the ISRO tender?

The purchaser may increase or decrease quantity by up to 25% at contract placement and during currency, with delivery time recalculated as (additional/original) × original period, minimum 30 days, starting from the last original delivery date.

What standards and certifications are required for the SAN switch bid?

Bidders must demonstrate FC compatibility and IS/FC standards adherence; provide OEM authorizations and long‑term OEM warranty. Ensure interoperability with Fibre Channel fabrics and provide FCIP performance data and QoS capabilities per tender specs.

What is the role of Centralized Management Software in this ISRO procurement?

The software licenses enable monitoring and management of multiple SAN fabrics across sites from a single window; ensure licensing covers all target sites and interoperability with blade modules and POD features per tender requirements.

What is required for POD licensing in the ISRO SAN switch tender?

POD License type and Quantity must be specified; ensure the license covers the intended blade modules and feature set, with clear provisioning for cross‑fabric management and scalability as per configuration matrix.

When is the requirement for on‑site OEM warranty in the ISRO tender?

On‑site OEM Warranty is a mandatory post‑installation support requirement; confirm term length (years) and service commitments with the OEM, including response times and parts availability.

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