Integrated Smart Rack Systems and Advanced Networking Infrastructure Supply

The Ministry of Defence, through its Department of Defence Research and Development and the Office of DG (NS&M) located in Kanpur City, is inviting bids for the supply of a comprehensive suite of networking and server room infrastructure. This tender, identified by Bid Number GEM/2026/B/8028138, opens on October 16, 2026, at 3:10 PM and closes on November 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The procurement encompasses a substantial total quantity of 3722 items, crucially including Integrated Smart Rack Systems for two server rooms, along with a diverse range of networking components such as 24x1G PoE plus and 4xSFPplus Stackable Managed Switches, 48-port 1G Base-T Stackable Managed Switches, and 28-Port 10GSFP plus Stackable Managed Core Switches. The scope also extends to essential connectivity hardware including DAC Cables, Firewall, Network Management System, KVM Switch, HDMI Switcher, HDMI Splitter, and an assortment of network racks, specifically 42U Floor Standing and 16U Wall Mount variants. Furthermore, the tender requires significant quantities of fiber optic solutions, including LC-SC Optical Fiber Patch Cords and various Fiber Optics Rack Mount LIUs (24, 48, and 72 Port) complete with adaptors, splice trays, and pigtails. Completing the network infrastructure, the requirement includes CAT6 components such as 48 Port Jack Panels, a variety of CAT6 Patch Cords in different lengths (1m, 1.5m, 2m, 2.5m, 3m, 5m, and 12 inches), and CAT6 UTP Cable 4 Pair Indoor-LSZH. This procurement is vital for enhancing the research and development capabilities within the Ministry of Defence.