Optical Fiber Network Infrastructure Development and Maintenance Services

This tender, with Bid Number GEM/2026/B/8047575, is being issued by the Indian Air Force, under the Department of Military Affairs, Ministry of Defence, for comprehensive optical fiber cable (OFC) network infrastructure development and maintenance services. The project, originating from *********, Bangalore, encompasses a significant undertaking with a total quantity of 152,762 units, covering a wide array of essential components and services. Specifically, the scope includes the supply and installation of OFC, High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipes, and Galvanized Iron (GI) pipes. Furthermore, it calls for the provision and integration of telecommunication accessories, network equipment, and online Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems. Crucially, the tender also mandates the installation and subsequent testing of all components, with a formal report to be submitted. The scope extends to the crucial aspects of obtaining Right of Way (ROW) permissions and associated services, ensuring the smooth and legal execution of the project. Finally, the tender includes the supply of OFC marker balls and OFC marker ball locators, vital for the ongoing management and maintenance of the optical fiber network. The bid submission period is from 22-10-2026, 11:43 AM to 12-11-2026, 12:00 PM.