HPC Cluster Procurement and Implementation for Research Computing

This tender, with Bid Number GEM/2026/B/8229095, is issued by the Department of Atomic Energy, specifically the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE) located in Mankhurd East, Mumbai (400088). The tender pertains to the procurement of a "SHARED HPC CLUSTER" and is open for bidding from November 2, 2026, 3:06 PM, until November 23, 2026, 4:00 PM. The scope of this procurement encompasses a comprehensive range of hardware and software components essential for establishing a high-performance computing cluster. This includes various server types such as Master Node Lustre MDS Server, High Memory Compute Nodes, Standard Compute Nodes, GPU Compute Servers (both 1 GPU and 2 GPU configurations), and a Shared Storage Server with Lustre OST. Additionally, the tender requires high-speed networking infrastructure, specifically 400GbE High Speed Network Switches and Management Switches, along with necessary accessories. The procurement also extends to the HPC Software Stack and crucially, post-warranty Annual Maintenance Contracts (CMC) for the first, second, and third years, ensuring ongoing support and operational continuity for the acquired cluster. A total quantity of 16 units is specified across the various components of the HPC cluster.