The Foundation for Quantum Computing Innovation (FQCI) at IISc Bengaluru invites proposals for the procurement of cloud-based access to Quantum Processing Units under the DST-National Quantum Mission (NQM).
Tender Details:
- Tender Reference No: FQCI/NQM/QPU-CLOUD/2026-27/01
- Scope: Cloud-based compute access across Lot A (Superconducting), Lot B (Quantum Annealing), and Lot C (Neutral-Atom / Trapped-Ion).
- Mode of Tendering: Two-Cover System (Part-A: Technical Bid; Part-B: Commercial Bid).
Important Dates:
- Tender Release Date: 01 September 2026
- Pre-Bid Meeting: 07 September 2026, at 15:00 IST (Online Mode)
- Submission Deadline: 30 September 2026, up to 15:00 IST
- Technical Bid Opening: 01 October 2026, at 11:00 IST
Submission Guidelines:
Bidders may submit their proposals via physical sealed envelopes to the FQCI office or via email. Email submissions must consist of two separate, password-protected electronic archives (ZIP files) for the Technical and Commercial bids. Send email submissions to info@qcinnovation.co.in and venkatps@qcinnovation.co.in. Do not share passwords until officially requested.