Indian Army Network Equipment Tender for 32 TB NAS, 24-Port Switch, Cat6 Cable & LAN Extender 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) seeks procurement of network equipment including a Network Attached Storage (NAS) 32 TB, a 24 Port Switch, Cat 6 Ethernet Cable, and a LAN Extender. The acquisition scope mirrors a multi-item LAN infrastructure upgrade, with no BOQ quantity listed. The buyer emphasizes compliance with ATC conditions and a robust pre-bid process, signaling strict documentation and vendor eligibility requirements. The award will consider delivery timelines, conformity to standards, and post-commissioning support. The option clause permits up to 25% quantity variation at contracted rates, with delivery time adjustments based on the extended period and original delivery window. This procurement targets IT equipment suppliers with formal incorporation, GST/PAN validity, and cross-border compliance.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Items: NAS 32 TB, 24 Port Switch, Cat 6 Ethernet Cable, LAN Extender (category as stated)
• Standards/Compliance: Not specified in the tender text; ATC requires certificates like Malicious Code, Non-Chinese components, and EFT mandates
• Delivery/Installation: Delivery period tied to original delivery order; additional time calculated as (increased quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate; Malicious Code Certificate; Toll-free support; Non-disclosure; MSME certificate where applicable
• Warranty/Support: 12-month guarantee against manufacturing defects from commissioning date
• Eligible entities: Registered company/LLP/partnership with incorporation; compliance with IT equipment regulations
• Pre-bid: Mandatory interaction prior to bid submission
• Prohibited components: Non- Chinese component undertaking required

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not specified in the provided text; bidders must refer to ATC for exact value and mode
• Financial standing: Bidders must avoid liquidation or bankruptcy; provide an undertaking
• Documentation: Upload PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT mandate; Malicious Code Certificate; Non-disclosure; MSME certificate where applicable
• Delivery terms: 25% quantity variation allowed; delivery starts from last date of original order; extended timing rules apply
• Compliance: Bidder must be registered entity with valid incorporation; undertake to comply with local, state, national IT equipment regulations
• Disqualification triggers: Uploading irrelevant documents or failure to provide required certificates
• Warranty: 12-month manufacturing warranty from commissioning date; undertaking required
• Bid submission: Use bidder letterhead; sign and date with bid reference; ensure all ATC-specified documents are included