CCTV Surveillance Tender at Victoria Memorial

The Victoria Memorial Hall in Kolkata, a historical symbol and major tourist destination, has announced a ₹21 lakh tender for supply and installation of electronic equipment for CCTV surveillance. If you're in the security tech business — this is a golden opportunity.

Here’s everything you need to know:

📋 At a Glance – Tender Snapshot

• Tender Number - VMH/609/2025-26

• Issuing Authority - Victoria Memorial Hall, Kolkata (Autonomous body under Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India)

• Industry - Electronics and Surveillance

• Sub Industry - CCTV Security & Surveillance Equipment

• Scope of Work - Installation of over 130 CCTV cameras (bullet, dome, PTZ), NVRs, network switches, UPS batteries, cabling, mounts and configuration compatible with VMH's existing security infrastructure. Compliance with heritage building norms is essential.

• Submission Last Date - 28 April 2025, 6:00 PM

• Eligibility Criteria - Registered firm with 5+ years experience, 2 Cr avg turnover (last 3 FYs), completion of CCTV projects worth 16.8L+, PAN/GST, Kolkata presence, OEM authorization, past Govt. contracts, and more.

• Bid Security (EMD) - ₹42,000 (exempt for MSME/PSU with declaration)

• Evaluation Criteria - Two-stage evaluation: Technical bid (documents, eligibility) + Financial bid (L1 among technically qualified)

• Performance Security & Warranty - 5% of contract value; 3-year OEM warranty for all supplied components

• Key Contacts - Secretary & Curator, Victoria Memorial Hall, 1 Queen’s Way, Kolkata – 700071, Tel: 033-2223-1890/1891/0953/5142, Email: victomem@gmail.com

✅ Who Can Apply?

• Firms with 5+ years experience in similar CCTV projects

• Minimum ₹2 crore average annual turnover (last 3 FYs)

• Past experience with Govt./PSU/heritage institutions

• OEM Authorised vendors only

• Must have an office or service centre in or around Kolkata

💰 Bid Security & Timeline

• EMD: ₹42,000 (waived for MSMEs with declaration)

• Bid Submission Deadline: 28 April 2025, 6:00 PM

• Site Inspection: 15 April 2025, 1–2 PM (appointment via email)

🧠 Evaluation & Award

• Two-stage process: Technical eligibility followed by lowest financial bid.

• The bidder must ensure compatibility with existing systems and undertake a site visit before bidding.

🚀 How to Apply (4 Quick Steps)

1. Register on eProcure.gov.in

2. Download and read the tender document carefully

3. Submit your bid and required documents online before the deadline

4. Attend the technical bid opening (if shortlisted)

💬 Final Thoughts for Indian Entrepreneurs

This tender is not just about business — it's a chance to contribute to the security of India’s cultural legacy. For MSMEs, this is a real opportunity. With clear eligibility and a fair process, this could be your gateway into Govt. contracts.

Don’t hold back. Apply with confidence. Heritage needs protection — and India needs YOU to step up.