Indian Army Network Hardware and Optical Equipment Procurement

This tender, identified by Bid Number GEM/2026/B/7753511, is issued by the Department of Military Affairs, under the Ministry of Defence, for the Indian Army. The procurement encompasses a comprehensive range of networking and connectivity hardware, with a total quantity of 3527 units. Key items include Layer 2 Manageable Switches, OTE 1G LC Type components, Cat 6A UTP Cable, LAN Testers, and a diverse array of fiber optic patch cords and pigtails in various connector types (SC to APC, E2K to E2K, E2K to LC, E2K to SC, SC to SC, SC to LC, FC to LC, FC to E2K, LC to LC) and core configurations (12 Core Ribbon Fiber Pigtails). The tender also specifies optical network terminal equipment such as 8 x 2.5G PON Cards for OLTE and Control and Switching Cards for OLTE Optical LE, alongside integrated access devices with 24 FXS ports. Additionally, the requirement includes power backup solutions like a 1 KVA UPS, various cable accessories such as RJ 45 Couplers and OFC Sleeves, and essential connectivity peripherals like USB Cables (10 Mtr), USB to Optical Extenders, HDMI to Optical Extenders, HDMI Splitters (4 Port), and HDMI Switchers (4 Port). The bid will be open for submission from 06-10-2026 at 2:00 PM until 07-10-2026 at 2:00 PM. This tender presents a significant opportunity for suppliers to equip the Indian Army with advanced and reliable networking infrastructure.