Rajiv Gandhi Centre For Biotechnology SAN Storage Area Network Tender Thiruvananthapuram Kerala 2026
Bid Publish Date
15-Aug-2026, 9:58 am
Bid End Date
05-Sep-2026, 10:00 am
EMD
₹2,20,000
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
Organisation: Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (DBT) seeks a SAN Storage Area Network solution. The procurement location is Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, for a government-supported project administered by the Department of Biotechnology. The bid carries an EMD of ₹220,000 and requires submission of product data sheets. The delivery address is BRIC-RGCB, Lake Side, Akkulam, Thiruvananthapuram. The tender reserves a 25% quantity variation and allows extension of delivery timelines at contracted rates; GST will be settled per actuals. Bidders must supply non-obsolete equipment with a minimum 7-year residual market life and provide OEM/end-user documentation if requested.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Category: SAN Storage Area Network
- EMD: ₹220,000 (to be submitted with bid)
- Delivery location: BRIC-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology-BIC, Lake Side, Akkulam, Thriuvananthapuram-695 011
- Data Sheet: Required to be uploaded; must match technical parameters; mismatches may cause bid rejection
- Experience: Bidder or OEM must have supplied similar government/PSU storage solutions for at least 3 years prior to bid opening
- GST: Bidder responsible for applicable GST; reimbursement as per actuals or applicable rates, whichever is lower
- End User Certificate: Provided in buyer’s standard format if requested
- Lifecycle: Product must not be end-of-life before the residual market life period; minimum 7 years remaining life
- Options: Quantity may increase/decrease by up to 25% during contract; delivery time scales with additional quantity and original delivery period
- Installation: Installation and commissioning, if within scope, to be performed at the stated address
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹220000; submit via online or DD as required by the bid
- Experience criteria: Minimum 3 years of regular manufacture/supply of similar category products to Central/State Govt or PSU; provide contract copies
- Delivery: Delivery period linked to original order with option-based extension; extended time formula: (additional quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days
- Payment terms: GST as per actuals; payment terms per contract; ensure compliance with end-user documentation if requested
- Data Sheet: Must match product specifications; mismatch may lead to bid rejection
- Warranty/Support: Not explicitly stated; verify during bid submission; ensure OEM support options are clear
- End User Certificate: Use buyer’s standard format if requested
- Bid validity: Ensure bid stays valid for the period required by the purchaser
- Other: Not-obsolete product with minimum 7-year market life; bidders to confirm with OEM if necessary
Key Specifications
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Product category: SAN Storage Area Network
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EMD amount: ₹220000
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Delivery location: BRIC-RGCB, Lake Side, Akkulam, Thiruvananthapuram-695011
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Data Sheet must align with offered product specifications
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Experience: minimum 3 years with govt/PSU suppliers
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GST: bidder to handle; reimbursement per actuals or lower rate
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End-of-life: product to have at least 7 years residual market life
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Quantity adjustment: ±25% during contract period
Terms & Conditions
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Option clause allows ±25% quantity variation during and after contract
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3 years govt/PSU regulatory experience required with contract copies
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Delivery to BRIC-RGCB in Thiruvananthapuram with potential extended timelines
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
GST handling by bidder with actuals or applicable rate; payment per contract; ensure EMD compliance
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period linked to original order; extension calculated by (additional quantity/original quantity) × original period; minimum 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not explicitly stated; bidders should verify during final bid; potential for delayed delivery penalties
Bidder Eligibility
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3+ years of supplying similar storage products to Govt/PSU
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Non-liquidation, non-bankrupt status; provide undertaking
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No obsolescence: product must not be end-of-life before residual market life
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
60 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
50% Lowest Priced Technically Qualified Bidders
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Past Performance
80 %
Warranty Period
5 years
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
SAN Storage Area Network
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
62
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
60
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Thiruvananthapuram
Delivery Pincodes
695014
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neethu S D | 695014,RGCB,JAGATHY THYCAUD PO KERALA | Thiruvananthapuram | Kerala | 695014 | 1 | 60 | - |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9758841.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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Other Documents
OTHER
Buyer uploaded ATC document
ATC
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
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Required Documents
GST Certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card
Experience Certificates for similar Govt/PSU storage projects (3 years)
Financial Statements (Annual Reports or Balance Sheets)
EMD submission proof (₹220,000)
Technical Compliance Data Sheet (product data sheet) uploaded
OEM Authorization/Dealership certificates (if applicable)
End User Certificate (Buyer’s format, if requested)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about KERALA tender market
How to bid for SAN storage tender in Thiruvananthapuram 2026
Bidders must meet eligibility: 3+ years Govt/PSU experience, submit GST, PAN, financials, EMD ₹220000, and product Data Sheet; ensure OEM authorization if required; deliver to BRIC-RGCB, Akkulam, with 25% quantity variation rights.
What documents are required for RGCB SAN bid in Kerala
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN, experience certificates showing Govt/PSU contracts, financial statements, EMD proof, technical data sheets, OEM authorization, and End User Certificate if requested by buyer.
What are the technical specifications for SAN storage tender in Kerala
No detailed specs published; bidders must provide SAN storage solution data sheet with standard features, non-obsolescence, and at least 7 years residual market life; confirm compatibility with BRIC-RGCB environment.
When is delivery expected for RGCB SAN procurement in 2026
Delivery timing tied to the original order; option expansion allows longer delivery, calculated as (additional/original) × original period with a minimum 30 days; ensure schedule alignment with BRIC-RGCB installation window.
What are the EMD requirements for RGCB storage bid in Thiruvananthapuram
The EMD is ₹220000; ensure payment submission with bid; verify acceptance format (online or bank guarantee) per custodian rules; no alternative EMD amount accepted.
Which standards or certifications are needed for SAN bid in Kerala
No explicit standards listed; ensure data sheet accuracy; confirm OEM certifications and compatibility with govt procurement norms; obtain End User Certificate if requested and provide data sheets matching parameters.
How to demonstrate 3 years govt storage experience for RGCB bid
Provide contracts with central/state govt or PSU for similar SAN storage products; include year-wise delivery quantities and performance reports; primary product in bunch bids must meet the criterion.