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Indian Navy UAV Drone & GCS Procurement Uttara Kannada Karnataka 2025 ISO Drone Rules 2021

Posted

23 Oct 2025, 03:31 pm

Deadline

06 Nov 2025, 04:00 pm

Location

UTTARA KANNADA , KARNATAKA

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Progress

Issue23 Oct 2025, 03:31 pm
Corrigendum30 Oct 2025
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Quantity

1

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • • Infinity Gimbal with 360° rotation for dynamic camera movement
  • • Collapsible remote controller with 7″ rotatable high-bright display
  • • Minimum 51-Min Flight Time and 30km HDR video transmission range
  • • Triple-camera imaging system; 6K/60fps HDR video output with 30 minutes recording
  • • GCS software with payload operation control and hardware compatible with GCS
  • • Drone category determined by Type Certificate in Drone Rules 2021
  • • Board-inspection-based acceptance prior to delivery
  • • OEM turnover criteria and bidder turnover requirements over last 3 years
  • • Inspection by board of Officers to verify parameters before acceptance

Tender Overview

The Indian Navy, under the Department of Military Affairs, invites bids for an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV Bird) package in Uttara Kannada, Karnataka. The scope includes the UAV drone, Ground Control Station (GCS) software with payload operation control, and GCS-compatible hardware. The procurement targets a drone class aligned with Type Certificate in Drone Rules 2021, with a focus on maximum take-off weight and performance in real-world conditions. Unique aspects include a multi-camera payload and advanced video transmission capabilities, with pre-delivery inspection by a board of officers. Organisational emphasis on compliance with drone regulations and interoperability with naval surveillance systems is evident.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • UAV Bird: Category and sub-category to align with Type Certificate in Drone Rules 2021; classification based on Maximum All-up Weight.
  • Performance: Maximum All-up Weight ranges; Maximum Flight Time at Maximum all-up weight; Maximum Flight Distance at Max All-up weight in metres.
  • Ground Control Station (GCS): Software including payload operation control; GCS-compatible hardware included in supply scope.
  • Payloads: Surveillance payload with camera in payload housing and Thermal Camera in payload housing.
  • Additional features: Infinity Gimbal with 360° rotation, collapsible remote controller with a 7″ rotatable high-bright display, and a minimum stated performance envelope for video and imaging.
  • Acceptance: Pre-delivery board inspection; acceptance contingent on passing tests and QR compliance.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • Turnover criteria: Minimum average annual turnover over the last three years; bidders must provide audited balance sheets or CA cert; OEM turnover criteria applies for bunch bids.
  • EMD/financials: EMD requirements are referenced in the bid document; ensure submitted with bid along with financial proof.
  • Delivery/installation: Delivery timelines and installation requirements align with naval procurement norms; inspection will verify conformance prior to acceptance.
  • OEM requirement: OEM turnover criteria apply; highest bid category OEM must meet turnover if multiple bidders are involved.
  • Documentation: GST registration, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, and technical compliance documents to be uploaded with bid.

Key Specifications

  • UAV Bird: Category and sub-category per Type Certificate in Drone Rules 2021

  • Maximum All-up Weight: specified ranges in drone rules (no lower-bound values omitted)

  • Maximum Flight Time: ≥ 51 Minutes at max weight

  • Maximum Flight Distance: ≥ 30 km at max weight

  • GCS: Software with payload operation control, hardware included

  • Payloads: Camera in payload housing; Thermal Camera in payload housing

  • Infinity Gimbal: 360° rotation

  • Remote Controller: Collapsible with 7″ high-bright display

Terms & Conditions

  • Minimum average turnover over last 3 years for bidder and OEM

  • Pre-delivery inspection by a board of officers; QR compliance required

  • OEM turnover criterion applies to highest bid category in bunch bids

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Payment terms aligned with procurement policy; submit EMD and financial proofs with bid; specifics to be as per bid document

Delivery Schedule

Delivery and installation timelines to be defined; delivery subject to board inspection and acceptance checks

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Penalties and LD terms to be defined in tender; subject to inspection results and QR compliance

Bidder Eligibility

  • Three-year turnover history with audited statements

  • OEM turnover criteria satisfied for offered product

  • Experience in supplying UAVs with payloads and GCS integration

Technical Specifications 1 Item

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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
UAV Bird Classification Category of drone (as per Type Certificate in Drone rules, 2021) Rotorcraft
UAV Bird Classification Sub-category of drone (as per Type Certificate in Drone rules, 2021) Remotely Piloted 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)
UAV Bird - Performance Maximum All-up weight (Hint: Lower value in each range is not included) 200 - 225 grams, 225 - 250 grams Or higher
UAV Bird - Performance Maximum Flight Time at Maximum all-up weight (In minutes) (Hint: Lower value in each range is not included) 15 - 25, 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) 800 - 900, 900 - 1000, 1000 - 1100, 1100 - 1200, 1200 - 1300, 1300 - 1400, 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
Surveillance Payload Availability of camera in payload housing Yes
Surveillance Payload Availability of Thermal Camera in payload housing No

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Required Documents

1

GST certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

Audited financial statements or CA/CMA turnover certificate for last 3 years

4

CA/Cost Accountant turnover certificate (if applicable)

5

OEM authorization / certificate of conformity (if bidding as authorized distributor)

6

Technical bid documents demonstrating compliance with Drone Rules 2021

7

Experience certificates for similar UAV deployments

8

Any additional bidder qualification documents specified in the Terms and Conditions

Corrigendum Updates

1 Update
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Update

30 Oct 2025

Extended Deadline

06 Nov 2025, 04:00 pm

Opening Date

06 Nov 2025, 04:30 pm

Frequently Asked Questions

How to bid for the UAV drone tender in Uttara Kannada?

Bidders must submit GST, PAN, 3-year turnover proof via audited statements or CA certificate, OEM authorization, and technical compliance for Drone Rules 2021. Ensure board-inspection readiness and provide details for GCS software and payloads. Delivery timeline will follow naval inspection outcomes.

What documents are required for the Indian Navy UAV bid 2025?

Submit GST certificate, PAN, audited turnover for last 3 years, CA turnover certificate if applicable, OEM authorization, experience certificates for UAV deployments, technical bid with drone-rule compliance, and any QA/iso certifications referenced in ATC.

What are the key technical specifications for the drone and GCS?

Drone must align with Type Certificate in Drone Rules 2021, support 51‑minute flight time, 30 km HDR transmission, 6K/60fps HDR output, triple-camera payload, and Infinity Gimbal with 360° rotation; GCS must include payload operation control and compatible hardware.

What is the acceptance process for the UAV delivery?

Delivery will be inspected by a board of officers; acceptance contingent on passing all tests and QR compliance. Both drone and GCS components must satisfy payload and imaging requirements, with pre-delivery verification before formal acceptance.

What are OEM turnover requirements for this drone procurement?

OEM turnover must meet the minimum average annual turnover specified in the bid document for the last 3 years. If the OEM is under 3 years old, turnover is calculated on completed years post-constitution; highest bid category OEM must satisfy this for bunch bids.

What are the essential GCS features requested in the ATC?

GCS must support payload operation control, include compatible hardware within scope, and enable viewing via a collapsible controller with a 7″ high-bright display; ensure seamless integration with UAV's imaging payloads and thermal camera.

How is the maximum all-up weight and range specified for bids?

Bid responses must reference the approved Maximum All-up Weight category per Drone Rules 2021, with corresponding flight time ≥ 51 minutes and distance capability ≥ 30 km at max weight, ensuring no lower-bound values are omitted.

What standards govern the drone procurement by the Indian Navy?

Procurement adheres to Drone Rules 2021 Type Certificate standards, ISI/ISO certifications where applicable, and QR compliance for naval equipment; bidders must demonstrate conformance via technical bids and pre-delivery board checks.

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