Indian Army 3D Printed Fixed-Wing Drone Design & Flight Controller Tender Hyderabad Telangana 2026

Tender Overview

Indian Army invites proposals for the design & development of a 3D printed fixed-wing drone and a complementary flight controller at a strategic Telangana site. The procurement location is HYDERABAD, TELANGANA with delivery at SECUNDERABAD and related installation/commissioning responsibilities. The bid includes a flexible quantity option up to 25% and a requirement to submit Detailed Design Drawings within 7 days of award for buyer approval. A 2-year warranty from final acceptance is mandated, with OEM warranty certificates provided at delivery. A dedicated service channel is required and a robust service network must be established in INDIA. This tender emphasizes rapid design iteration, alignment with approved drawings, and aggressive delivery timelines governed by the option clause. The scope uniquely combines aeronautical design with embedded flight-control development, reflecting modern military drone capabilities.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/service names: 3D printed fixed-wing drone design; flight controller development for fixed-wing platform
• Delivery/installation: Delivery at FAE MCEME TRIMULGHERRY SECUNDERABAD; installation & commissioning included if scoped
• Warranty: 2 years warranty from acceptance or post-installation testing
• Approval process: Submit Detailed Design Drawings within 7 days; buyer approval or modification list within 7 days
• Option clause: Quantity can be increased/decreased by up to 25% during contract and extended periods with adjusted timelines
• Support: Dedicated toll-free service line; established service centers in INDIA; post-sale service coverage
• Financial standing: Bidder must certify non-liquidation and no bankruptcy through an undertaking
• Security & compliance: OEM warranty certificates required at delivery; service & maintenance structure to be demonstrated

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/financial: Not explicitly stated in data; bidder must provide undertaking of sound financial standing
• Delivery timeline: Initial delivery period to be reset if drawing approvals are delayed by the buyer; no LD for buyer-approval delays
• Contract adjustments: Option-based quantity changes up to 25% with corresponding delivery adjustments
• Payment terms: Not specified; ensure alignment with buyer-approved drawings and warranties
• Documents required: OEM authorizations, technical bid documents, service center details, warranty certificates, and installation/commissioning plan
• Liability & compliance: Bidder must maintain stability (no liquidation) and provide dedicated support contacts
• Warranty/after-sales: 2-year warranty; failure rectification obligation; service network in India