Koha Integrated Library System (ILS) Implementation for State Central Library, Kavaratti

The Department of Art and Culture, a State Government and UT organization, is inviting open tenders from Authorized Dealers, Companies, Firms, Agencies, Vendors, and Suppliers for the crucial implementation of the KOHA Integrated Library System (ILS) at the State Central Library in Kavaratti. This initiative, spearheaded by the Directorate of Art and Culture, aims to modernize library services. The tender process, identified by Tender ID 2026_AC_3473_1 and Tender Reference Number F.No.17/01/2025-A and C, commenced on September 28, 2026, at 05:25 PM, with document downloads and bid submissions also starting on this date. Interested parties are to note that the bid submission deadline is October 26, 2026, at 05:00 PM, with document downloads also concluding on this date. The bid opening is scheduled for October 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM. A mandatory Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹53,250 is required, payable to the Director, ACUTL, at Canara Bank. The tender involves two covers: Cover 1 for Fee/PreQual/Technical documents and Cover 2 for the financial bid, which must be submitted in .xls format. The tender fee is waived (₹0.00). Further details regarding tender documents and submission requirements can be obtained from the Department of Art and Culture, Kavaratti, with contact available at 9496741690. The Director serves as the tender inviting authority.