Optical Fiber Network Deployment and Civil Works for Panjab University

This tender, identified by Bid Number GEM/2026/B/8044632, is issued by the Education Department Chandigarh, with Panjab University, Chandigarh serving as the organization for whom the services are being procured. The tender encompasses a comprehensive suite of optical fiber cable (OFC) and associated infrastructure deployment services. Key components of the requirement include the supply and installation of OFC cables of both 12-core and 96-core specifications, alongside a variety of crucial supporting equipment. This includes LIU Rack Mounted units with 12, 24, or 48 LC ports, and LC-LC single-mode patch cords. The scope also extends to Optical Distribution Frames, which are to be loaded with SM Fiber Cassettes, and Fiber Optic Mechanical Closures designed for 96, 48, or 24 fibers. Furthermore, the tender mandates the provision of HDPE Pipes and Wall Mount Racks. A significant aspect of this procurement is the detailed civil works and installation, including the installation of HDPE pipes through Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD), blowing of OFC cable, construction of manholes, fixing of wall-mounted racks and LIUs, and the installation and fixing of optical distribution frames with cassettes. The tender also accounts for route marking and trenching where HDD is not feasible, along with the critical processes of splicing and termination. The total quantity of items or services to be procured is substantial, standing at 136156 units or equivalents. This tender opens for application on 23-10-2026 at 1:19 PM and closes on 26-11-2026 at 2:00 PM, with the date of issue being 23-10-2026.