Indian Army Port Switches and Networking Equipment Tender 2026 – SFP Ports, UTP Cable, UPS 1KVA, HDDP under Department of Military Affairs
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RATender Overview
Indian Army under the Department of Military Affairs seeks a comprehensive supply package including 01/16/24-port manageable switches with SFP ports, SFP modules, LC-type patch cords, OFC 6-core ar moured cable, 24-port fully loaded LIU, HDPE underground cabling pipes, 2NU/4NU racks, 1 KVA Line-Interactive UPS, Cat 6 UTP cable, media converters, RJ45 connectors (100 pcs), and related installation and commissioning services. Estimated value and exact item quantities are not disclosed; however, the scope covers end-to-end supply and on-site installation. The bidder must accommodate a purchaser option clause up to 50% quantity variation and ensure IPv6 readiness for IT equipment. EMD is ₹120,000, and the terms allow delivery timelines anchored to contract execution with potential extensions. The tender emphasizes secure handling, NDA compliance, and bidder financial health checks. The location is not specified in the data provided, but the procuring organization is Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, with a focus on robust, field-ready network infrastructure.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product categories include: PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCHES (01/16/24-port with 01 Gbps, 4 SFP ports), SFP MODULES, OFC CABLE 6 CORE ARMOURED SINGLE MODE, HDPE PIPE FOR UNDERGROUND CABLING, RACKS (2NU, 4NU), UPS 1 KVA LINE INTERACTIVE, CAT 6 UTP CABLE, MEDIA CONVERTERS, RJ-45 CONNECTORS (100 PCS), and INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING.
- EMD: ₹120,000.
- Warranty/Support: Not explicitly stated; bid terms require NDA and confidentiality.
- Delivery: Clause permits 50% quantity variation; delivery timeframes tied to contract terms with extension logic described.
- Technical readiness: IT equipment to be IPv6 ready from day one.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹120,000; must be submitted as prescribed in auction terms.
- Turnover: Minimum average annual turnover to be demonstrated over the last 3 financial years; documentary turnover evidence via audited balance sheets or CA certificate.
- Option Clause: Up to 50% quantity increase/decrease at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates.
- Documents: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; NDAs to be uploaded; OEM authorizations if applicable.
- Delivery: Scope limited to supply of goods; installation/commissioning included in scope but delivery periods contingent on PO terms.
- IPv6 readiness: Confirm IPv6 capability at bid submission; hardware must support IPv6 from day one.
Key Specifications
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- 01/16/24-port manageable switches with 01 Gbps capability and 4 SFP ports
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- SFP MODULES (type unspecified) and LC type patch cords
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- OFC Cable 6 Core Armoured Single Mode for underground cabling
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- LIU 24-port fully loaded and HDPE pipe for underground cabling
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- 2NU / 4NU racks and UPS 1 KVA Line-Interactive
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- CAT 6 UTP Cable and RJ45 connectors (100 pcs)
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- Media converters in pair and installation/commissioning services
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- Delivery terms allow up to 50% quantity variation; IPv6 readiness required
Terms & Conditions
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EMD ₹120,000 required with bid; bankable via DD or online transfer
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50% quantity variation allowed at contract award and during currency
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IPv6 readiness is mandatory for IT equipment from day one
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Bidders must comply with standard government payment terms; GST reimbursement as per actuals or applicable rates, whichever is lower, subject to quoted GST %.
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period subject to delivery order and option clause; additional time computed as (Increased quantity / Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with minimum 30 days.
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not explicitly stated; LD/penalties to be as per standard procurement terms and contract.
Bidder Eligibility
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No liquidation, no court receivership; undertakings to be uploaded
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Minimum average turnover evidenced for last 3 financial years
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Must meet IPv6 readiness and NDA submission requirements
Reverse Auction Results Final Prices
These are the final prices after the reverse auction event. Prices may be lower than initial bids.
| Rank | Seller | Final Price | Item |
|---|---|---|---|
| L1 | eNET WORK SOLUTIONS (MII) Under PMA Winner | ₹31,12,414 | Item Categories : 08 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 2 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS,16 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 4 SFP PORTS 01 GB |
| L2 | GLOBAL IT SOLUTIONS (MSE,MII) Under PMA | ₹31,61,570 | Item Categories : 08 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 2 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS,16 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 4 SFP PORTS 01 GB |
| L3 | MKBP SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED (MSE,MII) Under PMA | ₹42,53,550 | Item Categories : 08 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 2 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS,16 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 4 SFP PORTS 01 GB |
🎉 L1 Winner
eNET WORK SOLUTIONS (MII) Under PMA
Final Price: ₹31,12,414
Reverse Auction Schedule
Start
04-Sep-2026, 10:00 am
End
05-Sep-2026, 10:00 am
Duration: 24 hours
Reverse Auction Document
✅ RA concluded. Check financial results for final rankings.
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
10942
Category
08 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 2 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (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
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Past Performance
50 %
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
08 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 2 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS , 16 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 4 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS , 24 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 4 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS , SFP MODULES , LC TYPE PATCH CORD , OFC CABLE 6 CORE ARMOURED SINGLE MODE , LIU 24 PORT FULLY LOADED , HDPE PIPE FOR UNDERGROUND CABLING , DIGGING , 2 NU RACK , 4 NU RACK , UPS 1 KVA LINE INTERACTIVE , CAT 6 UTP CABLE , MEDIA CONVERTOR IN PAIR , OFC JOINTER BOX , RJ 45 CONNECTOR 100 PCS , INSTALLATION COMMISSIONING AND LAYING
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
38
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
60
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Patiala
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Patiala | Patiala | - | - | 16 | 60 | - |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9640761.pdf
Main Document
BOQ Document
BOQ
BOQ Document
BOQ
Buyer uploaded ATC document
ATC
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Bill of Quantities (BOQ)
17 Items Sign in to view GEM price trends Sign in for GEM prices
08 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 2 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS
08 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 2 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS
16 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 4 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS
16 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 4 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS
24 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 4 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS
24 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 4 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS
SFP MODULES
SFP MODULES
LC TYPE PATCH CORD
LC TYPE PATCH CORD
OFC CABLE 6 CORE ARMOURED SINGLE MODE
OFC CABLE 6 CORE ARMOURED SINGLE MODE
LIU 24 PORT FULLY LOADED
LIU 24 PORT FULLY LOADED
HDPE PIPE FOR UNDERGROUND CABLING
HDPE PIPE FOR UNDERGROUND CABLING
DIGGING
DIGGING
2 NU RACK
2 NU RACK
4 NU RACK
4 NU RACK
UPS 1 KVA LINE INTERACTIVE
UPS 1 KVA LINE INTERACTIVE
CAT 6 UTP CABLE
CAT 6 UTP CABLE
MEDIA CONVERTOR IN PAIR
MEDIA CONVERTOR IN PAIR
OFC JOINTER BOX
OFC JOINTER BOX
RJ 45 CONNECTOR 100 PCS
RJ 45 CONNECTOR 100 PCS
INSTALLATION COMMISSIONING AND LAYING
INSTALLATION COMMISSIONING AND LAYING
| Item # | Title | Description | Quantity | Unit | Consignee | Delivery (Days) | Price Trends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 08 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 2 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS | 08 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 2 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS | 16 | nos | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 2 | 16 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 4 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS | 16 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 4 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS | 2 | nos | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 3 | 24 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 4 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS | 24 PORT MANAGEABLE SWITCH WITH 4 SFP PORTS 01 GBPS | 4 | nos | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 4 | SFP MODULES | SFP MODULES | 80 | nos | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 5 | LC TYPE PATCH CORD | LC TYPE PATCH CORD | 150 | nos | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 6 | OFC CABLE 6 CORE ARMOURED SINGLE MODE | OFC CABLE 6 CORE ARMOURED SINGLE MODE | 3,000 | mtr | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 7 | LIU 24 PORT FULLY LOADED | LIU 24 PORT FULLY LOADED | 2 | nos | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 8 | HDPE PIPE FOR UNDERGROUND CABLING | HDPE PIPE FOR UNDERGROUND CABLING | 2,800 | mtr | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 9 | DIGGING | DIGGING | 2,800 | mtr | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 10 | 2 NU RACK | 2 NU RACK | 16 | nos | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 11 | 4 NU RACK | 4 NU RACK | 6 | nos | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 12 | UPS 1 KVA LINE INTERACTIVE | UPS 1 KVA LINE INTERACTIVE | 22 | nos | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 13 | CAT 6 UTP CABLE | CAT 6 UTP CABLE | 2,000 | mtr | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 14 | MEDIA CONVERTOR IN PAIR | MEDIA CONVERTOR IN PAIR | 10 | nos | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 15 | OFC JOINTER BOX | OFC JOINTER BOX | 30 | nos | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 16 | RJ 45 CONNECTOR 100 PCS | RJ 45 CONNECTOR 100 PCS | 3 | pkt | anjukumari@2022 | 60 | |
| 17 | INSTALLATION COMMISSIONING AND LAYING | INSTALLATION COMMISSIONING AND LAYING | 1 | job | anjukumari@2022 | 60 |
Categories
20
Required Documents
Copy of PAN Card
Copy of GSTIN
Copy of Cancelled Cheque
Copy of EFT Mandate certified by Bank
Non-Disclosure Declaration on Bidder Letter Head
Undertaking of not being under liquidation or bankruptcy
Audited Balance Sheets or CA certificate showing turnover
Any OEM authorization certificates (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about PUNJAB tender market
How to bid for Indian Army port switch tender 2026 in Delhi?
Bidders must meet eligibility criteria including turnover evidence for last 3 years, provide PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, and NDA. Ensure IPv6 readiness and submit EMD of ₹120,000 with bid. Include OEM authorizations if required and comply with the 50% option clause.
What documents are required for Indian Army networking equipment bid 2026?
Submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, NDA, turnover certificates, audited financials or CA certificate, and vendor code related documents. Also attach NDAs and any OEM authorizations if applicable to the hardware being supplied.
What are the technical specs for 01/16/24-port switches in this tender?
Switches must be manageable with 01 Gbps uplink capability and 4 SFP ports. Include compatibility with SFP modules, support IPv6, and be suitable for installation with 2NU/4NU racks and related cabling components.
What is the EMD amount for the Indian Army tender?
The EMD is ₹120,000. Submit via the prescribed method (DD or online) as part of the bid package, with the bid validity period aligning to the tender terms.
What is the delivery flexibility clause in this Army procurement?
The purchaser may increase or decrease quantity up to 50% at contract placement and during the currency. Delivery time scales are adjusted using a formula based on quantity change, with a minimum extension of 30 days.
Is IPv6 readiness mandatory for IT equipment in this offer?
Yes, IT equipment must be IPv6 ready from day one. Vendors should verify firmware and configuration capabilities for IPv6 addresses and ensure compliant network management features.
Which installation services are included in this tender?
Scope includes installation and commissioning of switches, cables, patches, and related hardware. The price must cover all costs, with installation timelines governed by PO terms and the option clause for quantity changes.