BSNL 4G Saturation: Baseband Equipment Supply, Installation, and Maintenance for Mobile Towers and GP Locations

This tender, issued by Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a Government of India Enterprise, is for the comprehensive supply, installation, commissioning, and subsequent Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) of baseband equipment. The critical scope of work involves providing backhaul media for BSNL's ambitious 4G Saturation project, specifically for 2800 mobile towers, and for 750 Gram Panchayat (GP) locations. The Tender Reference Number is MM/RADIO/VSAT/T-892/2026, and it is classified as a Global Tender under the "Miscellaneous Works" category. Interested bidders are advised to note the critical dates: document download commences on October 5, 2026, at 03:25 PM and concludes on October 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM. Bid submissions are accepted from October 19, 2026, at 09:00 AM until October 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM, with the bid opening scheduled for October 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM. The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) requirement is a substantial ₹8,00,00,000, with EMD through Bank Guarantee or State Treasury being permissible. The Tender Fee is ₹11,800. This is a two-cover tender, requiring separate submission of financial proposals and technical/pre-qualification documents. The work is anticipated to span 1825 days. BSNL is seeking experienced and capable vendors to undertake this significant infrastructure project, crucial for expanding digital connectivity across India.