Tender Title: Supply of Tape Library
Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6109300
Issuing Authority/Department: Power Department Delhi

The Power Department Delhi invites bids for the supply of a Tape Library under the reference number GEM/2025/B/6109300. This tender aims to procure high-quality tape storage equipment to enhance data storage capabilities and ensure efficient data accessibility within the department. The successful bidder will be required to provide a comprehensive solution, encompassing equipment supply, installation, configuration, and maintenance support.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The scope of the project includes the delivery, setup, and maintenance of a Tape Library solution tailored to the specific needs of the Power Department Delhi. The objectives are to ensure data integrity, improve storage efficiency, and provide scalable storage infrastructure. Bidders should be capable of ensuring long-term functionality and support through robust design and quality components.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for participation in this tender, bidders must meet the following criteria:

• Registered as a legal entity with appropriate licenses.
• Proven experience in supplying similar equipment within government entities.
• Financial stability demonstrated through audited financial statements over the last three years.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements for the tape library include, but are not limited to:

• Support for high-density storage media.
• Compatibility with existing IT infrastructure.
• Easy scalability to accommodate future growth.
• Advanced data protection and retrieval features.

Bidders must provide necessary documentation illustrating compliance with these specifications.

Financial Requirements

Participating bidders are required to submit their financial proposals, ensuring that all prices are competitive and inclusive of all relevant costs—this includes delivery, installation, and after-sales service. The financial bid must align with the eligibility criteria set forth in this tender.

Document Submission Details

All submissions must be made electronically through the designated tender management platform. Bidders must ensure that all required documents, including technical and financial proposals, are submitted before the closing date. Submissions should be organized into clearly defined sections to facilitate ease of evaluation.

Special Provisions

Provision will be made for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs), ensuring that they receive special consideration during the evaluation process. Startups are also encouraged to participate and may receive additional benefits to support their bids.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation process for this tender will involve a two-stage selection method:

1. Technical Evaluation: Proposals will be assessed based on their adherence to technical specifications and requirements.
2. Financial Evaluation: Only bidders that pass the technical evaluation will have their financial proposals evaluated.

Delivery Locations

The successful bidder will be required to deliver the tape library equipment to the Power Department Delhi's designated location, as specified in subsequent communications following the tender award.

Contact Information

For additional inquiries, bidders may contact the Power Department Delhi through the appropriate channels provided in the tender documentation. It is important to clarify that no misleading information will be shared; therefore, it is advised to refer directly to the tender documentation for exact contact details.