Official Corrigendum / Tender Update Issued

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Update History

Bid Submission Deadline Extended

Issued: 18/9/2026• New Deadline: 18/10/2026

Bid Submission Deadline Extended

Issued: 18/9/2026• New Deadline: 18/10/2026

Bid Submission Deadline Extended

Issued: 18/9/2026• New Deadline: 18/10/2026

GOVERNMENT TENDEROpen OpportunityGoods & ServicesOpen Tender

Tender ID:NIC/IT/RFP/22/2026/TABLET

NICL•Government / PSU•Information Technology Department

National Insurance Company Limited (NICL), a premier public sector general insurance undertaking under the Ministry of Finance, invited online bids through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal for the procurement of Apple iPad tablets under RFP No: NIC/IT/RFP/22/2026/TABLET. This procurement was launched to equip executive and field officers with high-performance mobile computing hardware for digital workflow processing and claims inspection across its regional branch network.

All India•Category: General Procurement•Last Verified: 19 September 2026 at 12:01 am IST

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Scope of Work & Procurement Overview

INTRODUCTION

National Insurance Company Limited (NICL), a premier public sector general insurance undertaking under the Ministry of Finance, invited online bids through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal for the procurement of Apple iPad tablets under RFP No: NIC/IT/RFP/22/2026/TABLET. This procurement was launched to equip executive and field officers with high-performance mobile computing hardware for digital workflow processing and claims inspection across its regional branch network.

QUICK TENDER OVERVIEW

Field

Details

Authoritative Verified Tender Specifications

17 Verified Parameters

Tender Name

Procurement of iPad Tablet Vide RFP No: NIC/IT/RFP/22/2026/TABLET

Tender ID / RFP No

NIC/IT/RFP/22/2026/TABLET

Organization

National Insurance Company Limited (NICL)

Department

Information Technology (DGM-IT)

Category

IT & Hardware Procurement

Location

Head Office Kolkata, West Bengal

Estimated Value

Not specified in the available official source

Performance Bank Guarantee

3% of total contract value within 14 days of PO

Tender Fee / EMD

Not specified in the available official source

Publication Date

22 July 2026

Submission Deadline

03 August 2026 (1:00 PM IST)

Technical Bid Opening

03 August 2026 (3:30 PM IST)

Contract Delivery Period

6-8 Weeks from issuance of Purchase Order

Status

Closed (Bid Opened 03-08-2026)

ABOUT THE TENDER

National Insurance Company Limited issued this tender via the GeM Portal to invite competitive proposals from authorized commercial partners for enterprise-grade tablet hardware. The tender follows standard central public sector procurement rules, requiring strictly non-deviant commercial offers in Indian Rupees and certified OEM supply authorization.

SCOPE OF WORK

The successful bidder is required to supply, test, and deliver factory-sealed Apple iPad tablet units conforming exactly to the specifications enumerated in Annexure-A of the RFP. All devices must be covered under standard manufacturer warranty and delivered to designated institutional facilities within the stipulated delivery schedule.

WHO CAN APPLY?

Participation in this procurement was open to registered Indian IT hardware suppliers, authorized channel partners, and accredited commercial resellers who hold valid direct partnership credentials from Apple India Pvt. Ltd.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

The bidder must be an authorized channel Partner/Reseller of OEM APPLE INDIA PVT LTD.2. Bidders must hold active GeM portal seller registration in good standing.3. Compliance with GeM General Terms and Conditions (GTC).4. All documentary proofs regarding OEM authorization and partner tier status must be enclosed with the technical bid.

FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS

Currency Requirement: Prices must be quoted strictly in Indian Rupees (INR) both in figures and words. No price escalation or foreign currency fluctuation adjustments are permitted.2. Performance Security: The successful bidder must submit a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) equivalent to 3% of the total contract value within 14 days of PO issuance.3. Liquidated Damages: Delayed delivery/installation incurs LD at 0.5% of PO value per week of delay, capped at a maximum of 10% of total contract value.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Exact adherence to hardware specifications detailed in Annexure-A of the RFP document.2. Zero technical deviation policy: Any bid proposing non-compliant specifications or alternative OEM models will be summarily rejected.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Certificate of Incorporation / Business Registration

Valid OEM Authorization Certificate from Apple India Pvt. Ltd.

PAN Card and GST Registration Certificate

Duly filled Technical Bid (Annexure-A)

Duly filled Commercial Bid (Annexure-B) via GeM

Signed acceptance of GeM General Terms and Conditions

Undertaking regarding non-deviation from technical parameters

IMPORTANT DATES

Event / Milestone

Date & Timeline

RFP Document Release

22 July 2026

Authoritative Verified Tender Specifications

4 Verified Parameters

Bid Submission Deadline

03 August 2026, 1:00 PM IST

Technical Bid Opening

03 August 2026, 3:30 PM IST

Performance Guarantee Submission

Within 14 days of Purchase Order

Delivery & Installation Completion

6 to 8 Weeks from PO Issuance

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

Log into the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) using accredited seller credentials.2. Locate the tender under RFP No: NIC/IT/RFP/22/2026/TABLET.3. Download the official RFP document and review Annexure-A (Technical Specifications) and Annexure-B (Commercial Bid).4. Secure the official OEM Authorization Letter directly from Apple India Pvt. Ltd.5. Prepare the technical compliance sheet ensuring zero deviation.6. Upload all mandatory eligibility certificates and technical proposals on GeM before the deadline.7. Submit commercial pricing within the GeM electronic interface.8. Download and archive the electronic bid acknowledgment receipt.

OFFICIAL LINKS

Contract Duration:6-8 Weeks Delivery from PO Date

Official Tender InformationVerified Source Data

TenderMan Independent Analysis

Government Public Procurement

Opportunity Attractiveness

High commercial relevance in the General Procurement sector. NICL procurement cycles indicate strong contract stability and predictable disbursement milestones.

Entry & Compliance Barrier

Standard statutory compliance: Active GST, PAN, and authorized digital signature certificate (DSC) required.

* Analytical assessment generated by TenderMan Editorial & Research Desk. Not issued by the procurement authority.

TenderMan Practical Recommendation for Bidders

Download Complete RFP: Thoroughly review the technical specifications schedule and pre-qualification checklists from the official portal.
Pre-bid Clarifications: Submit technical or eligibility queries prior to the pre-bid deadline if any specification is ambiguous.
Timely Digital Submission: Upload the electronic envelopes at least 24 hours prior to closing to avoid network or DSC authentication delays.

Who Can Participate? (Eligibility Criteria)

Officially Specified Conditions

Bidder must possess required technical capacity and statutory compliance.

Documents Required Checklist

Dynamic list compiled from tender specifications. Ensure documents are valid and notarized where required.

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Technical ProposalCategory: Technical

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Financial BOQCategory: Financial

How to Participate in this Tender

Standard operating procedure for submitting bids to this authority:

Download official tender document from source portal.

Submit bid envelopes in accordance with specified deadlines.

Retain submission receipt for bid opening.

Advisory: Procedures may change via corrigenda. Ensure all electronic packets are signed with a valid Class-III DSC authorized for the bidding entity.

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