Telecommunication Network Infrastructure Upgrade and Installation Services

The Department of Military Affairs, under the Ministry of Defence, acting through the Indian Army and its office at *********, is inviting bids for a comprehensive telecommunications infrastructure project. This tender, designated as Bid Number GEM/2026/B/7738044, with a bid closing on 14-10-2026 at 12:00 PM, and opening on 13-10-2026 at 12:00 PM, seeks qualified suppliers for a diverse range of materials and services. The scope includes the procurement and installation of JFC Jointing Kits in various configurations (TSF 1 for 20 Pair, TSF 2 for 50 Pair, and TSF 3 for 100 Pair), along with essential piping materials such as 1.5 GI pipe, 2.5 GI pipe, and HDPE Pipe (50 mm). Furthermore, the tender encompasses the provision of Earthing rods (pure copper, 10 feet, including chemical bag and 3-meter copper strip), GI pipes (6 meters) for JFC laying, and robust telecommunication cables characterized by full filling with Petroleum Jelly or Absorbent Thixotropic Gel (V2) (Q2). Critical installation services are also part of this requirement, including the laying of cables via earth digging or overhead methods, construction of drains, installation of DP Boxes with gravel, sand, and cement, and the erection of GI poles with gravel, sand, and cement. Additionally, the tender requires the supply of Telephone Junction Boxes (Q3). The total estimated quantity for these items is 34559 units, representing a significant undertaking for network expansion and maintenance within the military domain.