Indian Army UAV Bird Drone & Ground Control Station Tender Tinsukia Assam 2026 - IS 2021 Type Certificate, 30 Min Flight, 12MP

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, seeks an integrated UAV Bird drone package with Ground Control Station software and compatible hardware for deployment in Tinsukia, Assam. Estimated value is ₹100,000 with scope covering drone aircraft, GCS payload control software, and payload-ready hardware including RGB, LiDAR, multispectral, and oblique cameras. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at the local office in Tinsukia. The procurement includes an option to increase quantity by up to 25% and corresponding delivery extensions, with delivery time calculated from the last delivery order date. This tender emphasizes Type Certificate compliance (Drone Rules 2021) and Industrial License prerequisites for suppliers.

Authorities favor compact, foldable UAVs weighing around 0.55 lb with a flight window up to 30 minutes, speed up to 36 mph, and wind resistance to 24 mph, suitable for field operations. The package should enable quick-start capability (One-Tap Takeoff and Return to Home) and support diverse payloads via a GCS that includes payload operation control. The inclusion of RGB camera, LiDAR, multispectral, and oblique cameras is explicitly requested as payload options.

This opportunity requires adherence to security and regulatory standards, integration readiness with a GCS, and industrial licensing compliance, making the supplier’s ability to demonstrate drone-rule alignment and OEM authorizations a critical differentiator.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• UAV Bird (Drone): Category per Type Certificate in Drone Rules 2021; maximum all-up weight defined in rules; sub-category, and class to be confirmed.
• GCS & Hardware: Ground Control Station software with payload operation control; GCS-compatible hardware included in scope.
• Payloads: Availability of RGB camera, LiDAR sensor, Multispectral sensor, and Oblique/Photogrammetry camera within payload housing.
• Performance: Up to 30 minutes flight time at maximum all-up weight; maximum wind resistance of 24 mph; maximum flight distance measured one-way from takeoff point; flight speed up to 36 mph.
• Licensing & Approvals: Industrial License issued by Ministry of Commerce and Industry under IPR Act 1951 required.
• Pre-Bid & Local Presence: Pre bid meeting and local office presence in Tinsukia, Assam; mandatory participation.
• Range & Comm/Control: Operational range and control links to be demonstrated, with OCCYNC 2.0 as indicated in ATC notes.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD / Security: Not explicitly stated in data; bidders should anticipate standard security deposit/EMD per government norms.
• Delivery & Quantities: Quantity may be increased/reduced by up to 25%; delivery period extends proportionally with minimum of 30 days.
• Delivery Schedule: Delivery begins after the last date of the original delivery order; extended period influenced by option clause.
• Pre Bid Compliance: Attending the compulsory pre-bid meeting and establishing a local Tinsukia office presence.
• Documentation: OEM authorization, GST registration, PAN, financial statements, and prior UAV/defence equipment experience certificates recommended.
• Compliance: All products must align with Drone Rules 2021 Type Certificate, and Industrial License requirements.