Indian Navy Integrated Command Open Communication Line with Bridge-OPS Simulators Tender Kerala 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Navy, Department of Military Affairs, seeks bids for the setting up of an Integrated Command Open Communication Line between Bridge and Operations Room, including simulations. The scope covers Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of goods, plus operator training and any required statutory clearances. Delivery address is ND School, Naval Base, Southern Naval Command, Kochi, Kerala. The contract contemplates scalable quantities via option clauses and requires bidders to meet a turnover criterion over the last three financial years. A functional service centre within the consignee state is mandatory if warranty is carry-in; otherwise on-site warranty applies. The procurement emphasizes turnkey execution with training and post-award support, and emphasizes GST considerations to be borne by bidders. Unique aspects include integration with naval bridge-OPS simulators and possible quantity variations up to 25% during and after contract award, with delivery timing linked to original and extended delivery periods.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Scope of Supply: Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of goods; operator training; any statutory clearances required.
• Delivery Location: ND SCHOOL, NAVAL BASE, SOUTHERN NAVAL COMMAND, KOCHI, KERALA.
• Turnover Requirement: Minimum average annual turnover of bidders for the last three financial years, or as evidenced by CA certificate/audited balance sheets; if incorporated less than 3 years, turnover considered from subsequent years.
• Service Centre: Functional Service Centre in the State of each consignee location required for carry-in warranty; if not present, must establish within 30 days of award.
• GST: Bidders to determine GST; reimbursement as per actuals or applicable rates, up to quoted GST percentage.
• Option Clause: Up to 25% quantity variation at contract rates; extended delivery time calculated with a minimum of 30 days.
• Warranty/Support: On-site or carry-in service implications; payment contingent on evidence of service capability.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Security: Not explicitly stated in provided data; bidders must ensure compliance with standard navy tender practice and verify at bid stage.
• Delivery Timeline: Delivery period linked to original and extended delivery periods; calculation method provided with a minimum 30-day floor.
• Payment Terms: GST handling outlined; payment terms aligned with delivery and commissioning milestones; ensure documentation supports timely payments.
• Documents: Turnover proof (audited statements or CA certificate), evidence of service centre capability or plan to establish within 30 days, GST considerations, and compliance with scope of supply.
• Eligibility: Demonstrable experience in similar integrated communication/ simulators projects; capability to install and commission complex bridge-OPS interfaces.
• Penalties: Clause on option-based quantity adjustments and delivery extensions; ensure bidder understands risk and contingency planning.