IIT Delhi Web Application Firewall and API Protection Software Procurement

This tender opportunity, originating from the Department of Higher Education, under the Ministry of Education, presents a critical requirement for advanced cybersecurity solutions. The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), specifically at their Computer Services Center in Hauz Khas, New Delhi, is seeking proposals for Web Application Firewall and Web Application API Protection (WAAP) Software (Q2). The bid, identified by number GEM/2026/B/8238697, will commence on November 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM and will close on November 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM. A significant Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of INR 200,000.00 is stipulated, underscoring the importance and scale of this procurement. This tender is specifically for the provision of one unit of the WAAP software, a crucial component for safeguarding the institute's digital infrastructure against evolving web-based threats and API vulnerabilities. Applicants are encouraged to submit comprehensive proposals addressing the specific needs outlined in the full tender documentation.