Debarment of Ace Brain Systems and Software Pvt. Ltd. from Participation in Tenders/Bids/Quotations Process

This notice from the High Court of Bombay addresses M/s. Ace Brain Systems & Software Pvt. Ltd. regarding their temporary debarment from participating in any Tenders/Bids/Quotations process of the High Court of Bombay.

Background

The debarment stems from the bidder's failure to provide the offered product, specifically a Dell EMC Unity XT 880 NAS Storage, in accordance with the technical parameters specified in the Tender document.

Sequence of Events

• Show Cause Notice: Issued on 27th March 2025 (No. Spl./Comp./264/2025) for not providing the specified product.
• Bidder's Reply: Dated 2nd April 2025, where Ace Brain Systems & Software Pvt. Ltd. attempted to shift responsibility to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Dell International Services India Pvt. Ltd.
• Personal Hearing: Held on 29th July 2025, following a letter from the High Court (No. Spl./Comp./450/2025 dated 14th July 2025). Shri Yogesh Godbole, Director of Ace Brain Systems & Software Pvt. Ltd., appeared and reiterated the claim of shifting responsibility to the OEM.

Resolution and Decision

After considering the bidder's reply and the oral submissions made during the personal hearing, the Hon'ble C&IT Committee found the reasons provided unsatisfactory and unacceptable. It was resolved that the bidder had shifted its own responsibility to the OEM.

Debarment Details

• Duration: Ace Brain Systems & Software Pvt. Ltd. is debarred temporarily for one year.
• Effective Date: The debarment period commences from the date of communication of this notice.
• Scope: This debarment prohibits the company from participating in any Tenders/Bids/Quotations published by the Bombay High Court for the procurement of any product or hiring of any services.