IAF Seeks Vendors for Computer Aided Wargaming Simulator

The Ministry of Defence, operating through the Department of Military Affairs, is currently accepting bids for the supply of a Computer Aided Wargaming Simulator.

This is an active Request for Proposal (RFP), with the bidding window scheduled to close next week on March 27, 2026. The government is seeking to evaluate market offerings before awarding the contract to acquire one unit of this advanced strategic training system.

Key Tender Deadlines & Details

• Issuing Authority: Indian Air Force (Ministry of Defence / Department of Military Affairs)

• Item Solicited: Computer Aided Wargaming Simulator

• Quantity Required: 1

• Bid Submission Deadline: March 27, 2026, at 13:00:00

• Bid Opening: March 27, 2026, at 13:30:00

• Offer Validity: Bids must remain valid for 180 Days from the closing date.
  
  

Eligibility & Experience

The Ministry of Defence has outlined stringent financial and historical performance criteria to ensure only capable vendors are considered during the evaluation phase:

• Proven Track Record: Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of 3 years of past experience in providing the same or similar technology/services.

• Financial Stability: Both the bidding entity and the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) must show a Minimum Average Annual Turnover of 2000 Lakhs (₹20 Crores) over the past three years.
  
  

Incentives for MSEs and Startups

To encourage participation from domestic innovators and smaller enterprises, the tender documentation includes significant financial relaxations for recognized Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) and Startups:

• MSE Exemption: Partial relaxation is offered, lowering the required minimum turnover threshold to 1000 Lakhs (₹10 Crores).

• Startup Exemption: Recognized startups benefit from an even lower barrier to entry, requiring a minimum turnover of just 500 Lakhs (₹5 Crores) to submit a bid.