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GOVERNMENT TENDEROpen OpportunityGoods & ServicesOpen Tender
Tender ID:NIC/IT/RFP/22/2026/TABLET
NICLGovernment / PSUInformation 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 IndiaCategory: General ProcurementLast 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

1
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

1
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

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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

1
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

Eligibility & Technical Requirements

Who Can Participate? (Eligibility Criteria)

Officially Specified Conditions
  • Bidder must possess required technical capacity and statutory compliance.

Mandatory Submission Documents

Documents Required Checklist

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

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Participation & Submission Guidelines

1. Download official tender document from source portal. 2. Submit bid envelopes in accordance with specified deadlines. 3. Retain submission receipt for bid opening.

Important Dates

Published Date:22 Jul 2026
Submission Deadline:19 Oct 2026
Official Verification Status

This tender dossier was ingested directly from verified procurement records. Verified on: 19 September 2026 at 12:01 am IST.

Official Links & Source Documents

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Tender Document / RFPOfficial Specifications & BOQ
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Bidding SystemOnline Submission Portal
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