Indian Army UAV Bird Drone Tender Department of Military Affairs India 2026 Type Certificate Drone Rules 2021
Indian Army
AMRITSAR, PUNJAB
Bid Publish Date
14-Feb-2026, 9:41 pm
Bid End Date
25-Feb-2026, 11:00 am
EMD
₹26,000
Location
Progress
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
The University of Kashmir, under the Higher Education Department Jammu & Kashmir, seeks a complete UAV package for surveying and mapping applications in SRINAGAR, J&K. The scope includes an UAV Bird (Drone), Ground Control Station (GCS) with payload operation control, GCS compatible hardware, and payload cameras/sensors (RGB, LiDAR, Multispectral, Oblique/Photogrammetry). The bid requires adherence to Drone Rules 2021 Type Certificate classifications and maximum all-up-weight constraints, with a focus on payload versatility and interoperability for government projects. An EMD of ₹26,000 is specified, and the contract allows a ±25% quantity variation at award and during the currency, ensuring flexible delivery. The Data Sheet must accompany bids, and OEM authorization is mandatory when using distributors. Bidders must show three years of regular supply to Central/State Govt bodies. This tender emphasizes data-sheet conformity and OEM credentials to mitigate mismatches. Unique differentiators include integration of GCS software with payload control and a multi-payload capability requirement.
UAV Bird (Drone) with maximum all-up weight defined per Drone Rules 2021
Ground Control Station (GCS) with payload operation control capability
GCS compatible hardware to integrate with drone and payloads
RGB Camera payload housed in drone payload bay
LiDAR Sensor payload availability
Multispectral Sensor payload availability
Oblique / Photogrammetry Camera payload availability
Data Sheet alignment with offered product specifications
OEM authorization for distributors/service providers
25% quantity variation allowed during contract and currency
3 years govt procurement experience required
OEM authorization mandatory for distributors
Data Sheet upload mandatory for bid verification
Turnover criteria for bidder and OEM to be met
Delivery period governed by option clause with calculation
Not specified in excerpt; bids should align with standard government terms, including EMD and delivery milestones.
Delivery period may be extended via option clause; additional time calculated as (increased quantity / original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
Not specified; bidders should assume standard LD provisions for delays per government procurement norms.
3 years of regular supply to Central/State Govt Organizations or PSUs
OEM authorization if bidding via distributor
Data Sheet conformity with offered products
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Tender Results
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| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Included in Scope of Supply | UAV Bird (Drone) | Yes |
| Included in Scope of Supply | Ground Control Station (GCS) - Software (Hint: GCS to include payload operation control) | Yes |
| Included in Scope of Supply | GCS Compatible Hardware | Yes, NA (This indicates that software is compatible with buyer's hardware), Yes |
| UAV Bird Classification | Category of drone (as per Type Certificate in Drone rules, 2021) | Aeroplane, Rotorcraft, Hybrid Unmanned Aircraft System |
| UAV Bird Classification | Sub-category of drone (as per Type Certificate in Drone rules, 2021) | Remotely Piloted aircraft System, Model Remotely Piloted Aircraft System, Autonomous Unmanned Aircraft System |
| UAV Bird Classification | Classification of Drones (based on maximum all-up weight defined in drone rules, 2021) | Nano (Weighing Less than or equal to 250 grams), Micro (Weighing more than 250 grams, but less than or equal to 2 kilograms), Small (weighing more than 2 kilograms, but less than or equal to 25 kilograms), Medium (weighing more than 25 kilograms, but less than or equal to 150 kilograms), Large (weighing more than 150 kilograms) |
| UAV Bird - Performance | Maximum All-up weight (Hint: Lower value in each range is not included) | 100 - 125 grams, 125 - 150 grams, 150 - 175 grams, 175 - 200 grams, 200 - 225 grams, 225 - 250 grams, 250 - 375 grams, 375 - 500 grams, 500 - 625 grams, 625 - 750 grams, 750 - 875 grams, 875 - 1000 grams, 1000 - 1125 grams, 1125 - 1250 grams, 1250 - 1375 grams, 1375 - 1500 grams, 1500 - 1625 grams, 1625 - 1750 grams, 1750 - 1875 grams, 1875 - 2000 grams, 2 - 3 kg, 3 - 4 kg, 4 - 5 kg, 5 - 6 kg, 6 - 7 kg, 7 - 8 kg, 8 - 9 kg, 9 - 10 kg, 10 - 11 kg, 11 - 12 kg, 12 - 13 kg, 13 - 14 kg, 14 - 15 kg, 15 - 16 kg, 16 - 17 kg, 17 - 18 kg, 18 - 19 kg, 19 - 20 kg, 20 - 21 kg, 21 - 22 kg, 22 - 23 kg, 23 - 24 kg, 24 - 25 kg, 25 - 30 kg, 30 - 35 kg, 35 - 40 kg, 40 - 45 kg, 45 - 50 kg, 50 - 55 kg, 55 - 60 kg, 60 - 65 kg, 65 - 70 kg, 70 - 75 kg, 75 - 80 kg, 80 - 85 kg, 85 - 90 kg, 90 - 95 kg, 95 - 100 kg, 100 - 105 kg, 105 - 110 kg, 110 - 115 kg, 115 - 120 kg, 120 - 125 kg, 125 - 130 kg, 130 - 135 kg, 135 - 140 kg, 140 - 145 kg, 145 - 150 kg, 150 - 160 kg, 160 - 170 kg, 170 - 180 kg, 180 - 190 kg, 190 - 200 kg, 200 - 210 kg, 210 - 220 kg, 220 - 230 kg, 230 - 240 kg, 240 - 250 kg, 250 - 260 kg, 260 - 270 kg, 270 - 280 kg, 280 - 290 kg, 290 - 300 kg, 300 - 310 kg, 310 - 320 kg, 320 - 330 kg, 330 - 340 kg, 340 - 350 kg, 350 - 360 kg, 360 - 370 kg, 370 - 380 kg, 380 - 390 kg, 390 - 400 kg, 400 - 410 kg, 410 - 420 kg, 420 - 430 kg, 430 - 440 kg, 440 - 450 kg, 450 - 460 kg, 460 - 470 kg, 470 - 480 kg, 480 - 490 kg, 490 - 500 kg Or higher |
| UAV Bird - Performance | Maximum Flight Time at Maximum all-up weight (In minutes) (Hint: Lower value in each range is not included) | 25 - 35, 35 - 45, 45 - 55, 55 - 65, 65 - 75, 75 - 85, 85 - 95, 95 - 105, 105 - 115, 115 - 125, 125 - 135, 135 - 145, 145 - 155, 155 - 165, 165 - 175, 175 - 185, 185 - 195, 195 - 205, 205 - 215, 215 - 225, 225 - 235, 235 - 245, 245 - 255, 255 - 265, 265 - 275, 275 - 285, 285 - 295, 295 - 305, 305 - 315, 315 - 325, 325 - 335, 335 - 345, 345 - 355, 355 - 365 Or higher |
| UAV Bird - Performance | Maximum Flight Distance at Max All-up weight (In metres) (Hint: Distance between Take Off Point to farthest point on a one way distance | Lower value in each range is not included) | 1400 - 1500, 1500 - 1600, 1600 - 1700, 1700 - 1800, 1800 - 1900, 1900 - 2000, 2000 - 2500, 2500 - 3000, 3000 - 3500, 3500 - 4000, 4000 - 4500, 4500 - 5000, 5000 - 5500, 5500 - 6000, 6000 - 6500, 6500 - 7000, 7000 - 7500, 7500 - 8000, 8000 - 8500, 8500 - 9000, 9000 - 9500, 9500 - 10000, 10000 - 10500, 10500 - 11000, 11000 - 11500 Or higher |
| GCS Compatible Hardware | GCS Compatible Hardware included in the scope of supply | Joystick, Joystick with detachable screen, Joystick with integrated screen, Laptop / Desktop, NA, Joystick with FPV Headset / Goggles, Tablet / Smartphone, Semi-Rugged Laptop, Fully-Rugged Laptop |
| RGB Camera - Payload | Availability of RGB camera in payload housing | Yes, No |
| LiDAR Sensor - Payload | Availability of LiDAR Sensor | Yes, No |
| Multispectral Sensor - Payload | Availability of Multispectral Sensors | Yes, No |
| Oblique / Photogrammetry Camera - Payload | Availability of Oblique / Photogrammetry Camera in payload housing | Yes, No |
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GST registration certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates for government projects (3 years with Central/State Govt bodies)
Audited financial statements or CA certificate for turnover requirements (last 3 years)
EMD submission proof (₹26,000)
Data Sheet of offered products
OEM authorization/Manufacturer Authorization for distributors
Technical bid documents and compliance certificates
Product datasheets for UAV, GCS, and payload sensors
Any additional government bid documents as per T&C
Key insights about JAMMU AND KASHMIR tender market
Bidders must submit Data Sheet, OEM authorization, GST, PAN, and turnover documentation, along with EMD ₹26,000. Ensure three years of govt supply experience and compliance with Drone Rules 2021 Type Certificate. Include complete GCS and payload specifications; delivery terms follow option clause with 25% quantity variation.
Submit GST certificate, PAN, three-year govt supply experience, audited turnover or CA certificate, Data Sheet for offered UAV/GCS/payload, OEM authorization, EMD proof, technical bid, and payload sensor datasheets. Ensure data sheet matches product specifications to avoid rejection.
Drones must adhere to Type Certificate as per Drone Rules 2021; payload sensors and GCS should be data-sheet compliant. OEM authorization is required if using distributors; ensure ISI/ISO where applicable per supplier qualifications and government norms.
Delivery follows the option clause; additional time = (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days. If the original period is under 30 days, the extended period equals the original period.
The Earnest Money Deposit is ₹26,000. Bidder must submit proof of EMD with the bid, along with Data Sheet and other eligibility documents; ensure online or demand draft as per tender terms.
Required payloads include RGB camera, LiDAR sensor, multispectral sensor, and oblique/photogrammetry camera. Payload housing must be compatible; GCS must support payload operation control and software integration.
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Main Document
CATALOG Specification
ATC
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS