Digitization of Air Veterans Document Libraries: Back-end Partner Selection

Telecommunications Consultants India Limited (TCIL), acting on behalf of the Directorate of Air Veterans, is issuing this Expression of Interest (EOI) for the selection of a qualified back-end partner to undertake the comprehensive digitization of its document libraries. This open tender process, identified by Tender Reference Number TCIL/ITTIV/355/2026, is crucial for modernizing and enhancing accessibility to vital historical and operational records. The scope of work, encompassing the digitization of extensive document libraries, is expected to be a significant undertaking, with a stipulated work period of 913 days. Bidders are required to submit their proposals within a two-cover system, with Cover 1 for technical and pre-qualification details, and Cover 2 for financial proposals. The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) required for this tender is ₹5,00,000, payable to TCIL in New Delhi, with provisions for EMD exemption under specific conditions. The tender fee is ₹11,800, also payable to TCIL in New Delhi, with an option for exemption. Critical dates for this tender include the document download start and end dates, and bid submission start and end dates, all falling between September 23, 2026, and October 6, 2026. The bid opening is scheduled for October 6, 2026, at 03:00 PM at the Bid Opening Place, New Delhi. This EOI represents a prime opportunity for experienced service providers to contribute to a significant national archival project and establish a long-term partnership with a reputable public sector undertaking.