Supply of IT Equipment - Department of Military Affairs

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, with a valid business license and prior experience supplying similar IT equipment to government or private sectors. Vendors must also prove their operational capability and demonstrate financial stability.

The supplied IT equipment must include Acer CPUs based on the Intel I5 12th generation architecture, monitors with a minimum size of 21 inches, ergonomic keyboards and mice, and a 1 KVA UPS that meets standard power supply requirements. All products must comply with industry standards for quality assurance.

Bidders must submit their proposals in complete electronic formats specified in the submission guidelines. Typically, accepted formats include PDF for documents and spreadsheets for financial quotations. Ensure that all required documentation is intact to adhere to the evaluation criteria.

Payment terms will be clarified in the contract agreement upon tender award, typically involving milestone payments after successful delivery. A performance security may be required from awarded bidders to ensure compliance with contract terms, typically set at a percentage of the total contract value.

There are specific provisions to favor Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups in this tendering process. These businesses can benefit from relaxed eligibility criteria, financial concessions, and a preference score in the evaluation process aligned with the ‘Make in India’ initiative that encourages local production.