Advanced Defense Technology and Infrastructure Development for Indian Army

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The Department of Military Affairs, Ministry of Defence, Government of India, represented by the Indian Army, is pleased to announce a tender for a comprehensive suite of advanced technological solutions and infrastructure. This tender, bearing Bid Number GEM/2026/B/7127150, encompasses a wide array of critical components and services essential for enhancing defence capabilities and operational readiness. The procurement includes high-performance computing infrastructure such as Compute Nodes, GPUAI Accelerator Clusters, and Hot NVMe Storage Tiers, alongside specialized systems like Worm HSM Forensic Vaults and Data Diodes. Furthermore, the tender covers essential networking equipment including Core Spine Switches, Leaf Switches, and TAPGrid Packet Capture devices. Advanced cybersecurity and operational intelligence solutions are also a significant focus, with requirements for SOC Fusion and Analytics Servers, SOC Command Centers, SIEM Appliances, and Malware Sandbox Clusters. The scope extends to sophisticated simulation and development environments, featuring R3 RFSDR Kits, I3 HIL Racks, T3 AILM SimulationMLOps, Range Conductors, and specialized Attack Research Kits. To ensure secure and isolated operations, the tender also includes provisions for DarkWeb Intel Platforms, Faraday Cages, RF Isolation, and robust physical security measures, including wooden panelling and glass partition works. Essential infrastructure support is also detailed, such as UPS units (30KVA and 50KVA), raised platforms, air conditioning, smart racks, and comprehensive structured cabling work, including UTP cable rolls, earthing, and display units. The package also incorporates furniture, data walls with controllers, and interactive panels, alongside the critical provision of 05 Resident Engineers for installation, commissioning, training, and ongoing support. A critical component of this tender is the inclusion of the 1st Year Critical Spares, extensive documentation, and comprehensive training programs for personnel. The bid submission period is from 18-08-2026 12:00 PM to 19-08-2026 12:00 PM, with the tender being dated 16-03-2026. This significant procurement aims to equip the Indian Army with state-of-the-art technology and infrastructure, totaling a quantity of 289 items, to meet the evolving demands of national security.