Tender Title: Internet Bandwidth and Replication Service - Leased Line (Point to Point)

Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6155858

Issuing Authority

The tender is issued by the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure Internet Bandwidth and Replication Services through a Leased Line (Point to Point) connection. This service aims to ensure uninterrupted and high-quality internet access for government operations and initiatives associated with agricultural research and education. The service provider will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and operation of the leased line, which is crucial for efficient data transfer and communication across various locations.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible participants for this tender must meet the following requirements:

• Must be a registered service provider with valid documentation.
• Proven experience in providing internet bandwidth services.
• Should comply with all relevant regulatory and licensing requirements issued by the government.
• Capability to deliver Point to Point leased line services of the specified quality and standards.

Technical Requirements

Each bidder should adhere to the technical specifications outlined for the leased line service, such as:

• Provision of a minimum bandwidth of 1024 Kbps.
• Compliance with industry quality standards for internet services.
• Robust infrastructure to ensure reliability and scalability.
• Implement appropriate security measures to safeguard data transmission.

Financial Requirements

Bidders should provide detailed financial proposals that include:

• Cost breakdown for installation and monthly service fees.
• Any additional charges or fees associated with the service.
• Verification of financial stability and past performance in similar projects.

Document Submission Details

All bid submissions must include the following documents:

• A completed bid form.
• Registration documents and previous experience certificates.
• Financial statements and pricing structure.
• Any additional certificates relevant to service quality and compliance.

Submissions must be made electronically through the designated portal.

Special Provisions

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSE) Benefits

Provisions are available for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises in a bid to encourage their participation in this tender process.

Evaluation Process

Bids will be evaluated based on:

• Compliance with eligibility and technical specifications.
• Overall cost-effectiveness.
• Previous performance and reliability of the service provided.

A weighted scoring system may be utilized to determine the best-qualified bidder.

Delivery Locations

The service is expected to be implemented at various government offices where the leased line services will be needed, ensuring a seamless connectivity experience.

Contact Information

For further queries, interested participants can reach out to the appropriate contact within the Department of Agricultural Research and Education as designated in the tender documentation.

This internet bandwidth tender represents a significant opportunity for qualified service providers to engage in a vital government project aimed at boosting agricultural research and education.