Indian Army Counter UAS System Tender 2026 India - ISO 9001 Make in India Demonstration 2026

Tender Overview

Indian Army invites bids for a Counter UAS System under the Department of Military Affairs. The tender emphasizes Make in India products, with mandatory ISO 9001 certification and a requirement to demonstrate the product to a board of officers. The contract includes a flexible quantity clause allowing up to 25% bid quantity variation and extended delivery timings linked to the original delivery period. Key documentation includes PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate, plus a Malicious Code Certificate to certify absence of embedded malware. The scope targets advanced unmanned aerial system mitigation capabilities, with bidders expected to exhibit capability during technical evaluation. A toll-free service contact is required, and non-availability of certificates may result in bid rejection. Location is not specified, but the procurement targets Indian defense needs and security equipment standards.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Category: Counter UAS System
• Make in India requirement: imported items not acceptable; domestic production preferred
• Demonstration: bidders must showcase the product to the board of officers during technical evaluation
• Certifications: ISO 9001 certification for bidder or OEM
• Malicious Code Certificate: submission proving hardware/software lacks embedded malware and safeguarding IP rights
• Service support: dedicated/toll-free support number required
• ATC clauses: quantity may increase by up to 25% during contract and currency, delivery time calculated with minimum 30 days, extended per clause
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; NDA required
• Delivery/installation: not detailed; emphasis on demonstration and post-sale support

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/financials: not explicitly stated; bidders must upload required certificates and documents per bid
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; ISO 9001 certificates
• Quality & compliance: Malicious Code Certificate; NDA; make in India compliance
• Delivery terms: option clause allows up to 25% quantity flexibility; delivery period linked to original delivery period with minimum 30 days for additional time
• Service support: dedicated toll-free number required for bidder/OEM
• Evaluation: product demonstration to Board of Officers during technical evaluation
• Breach implications: improper embedded code or IP infringement triggers contract breach