Indian Army Content Creation Team Tender Kinnaur Himachal Pradesh 2026 - ISI/ISO Equipment & 4-5 Day Onsite Production
Bid Publish Date
31-Oct-2026, 9:57 pm
Bid End Date
11-Nov-2026, 9:00 pm
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for a comprehensive Content Creation Team to include videographers, photographers, drone operators, editors, sound and a Creative Director, supported by equipment such as cameras, drones, gimbals, audio gear, tripods, and power systems. On-site logistics require travel for four to five team members to Sumdo, Himachal Pradesh, for four to five days, with food and lodging arranged. The scope covers pre-production, on-location shooting, and extensive post-production (editing, colour grading, motion graphics, subtitling, and final mastering), ensuring end-to-end deliverables.
- Organization: Indian Army / Department Of Military Affairs
- Location: KINNAUR, HIMACHAL PRADESH, 172103
- Category: Content creation and production services with associated equipment
- Estimated value: Not disclosed; EMD details to be confirmed in bid documents
- Unique aspect: Mandatory pre-bid recce, ground survey, and on-location coordination
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Scope of supply: Supply, Installation, Testing, Commissioning of goods; operator training; statutory clearances, if any
- Team composition: Content crew for 4-5 members; roles include Videographers, Photographers, Drone Operators, Editors, Sound Engineer, Creative Director
- Equipment: Cameras, Drones, Gimbals, Audio gear, Tripods, Power systems; on-site deployment for 4-5 days in Sumdo
- Post-production: Editing, Colour Grading, Motion Graphics, Subtitling, Final Mastering
- Delivery cadence: On-site production with subsequent delivery of master videos; redressal and revisions as per Govt norms
- Experience requirement: Govt/central or state project experience preferred; minimum 2 years in similar content production for govt bodies
- Pre-bid: Attendance compulsory for recce and ground survey; non-attendance leads to technical disqualification
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: Not specified in the snippet; bid documents will specify exact amount and mode
- Experience: Bidder or OEM must have supplied similar content production services to central govt/state govt/PSU for at least 2 years prior to bid opening
- Delivery: Terms include flexible delivery tied to on-site schedule; option clause allows quantity adjustments up to 25%; minimum 30 days extra for extension
- Payment & GST: GST applicability to be borne by bidder; reimbursement as per actuals or capped at quoted rate; payments aligned to govt terms
- Documents: Bidder to provide pre-bid attendance proof, experience contracts, OEM authorizations, GST, PAN, financials, and EMD submission details
- Obsolescence clause: Offered items must have at least 3 years residual market life; cannot be end-of-life before this period
- Bidder eligibility: Must demonstrate ability to furnish govt procurement contracts and provide contract copies for each year
Key Specifications
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- Scope: Supply, Installation, Testing, Commissioning of content production equipment and on-site operators training
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- Team roles: Videographers, Photographers, Drone Operators, Editors, Sound Engineer, Creative Director
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- Equipment list: Cameras, Drones, Gimbals, Audio gear, Tripods, Power systems
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- Post-production: Editing, Colour Grading, Motion Graphics, Subtitling, Final Mastering
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- Experience: Minimum 2 years in govt/PSU content production
Terms & Conditions
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Key Term 1: Attendance at pre-bid meeting for recce is mandatory
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Key Term 2: EMD payment as per bid documents (mode: cheque/DD)
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Key Term 3: 25% quantity variation allowed during contract execution
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
GST will be reimbursed as actuals or at the bidder's quoted rate; payment terms aligned to govt norms, with EMD compliance
Delivery Schedule
Delivery and on-site service for Sumdo (4-5 days) with option for additional quantity and extended delivery period per contract formula
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in excerpt; contract may include LDs for non-compliance or delays per standard govt terms
Bidder Eligibility
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2+ years of delivering govt or PSU content production projects
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Evidence of regular supply/manufacture of similar services
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Financial capacity to sustain on-site production and training components
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
5
Category
Content Creation Team To Include Videographers and Photographers And Drone Operators And Editors And Sound And Creative Director
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
7 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
50
OEM Avg. Turnover
50
Past Performance
50 %
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Content Creation Team To Include Videographers and Photographers And Drone Operators And Editors And Sound And Creative Director , Equipment To Include Cameras And Drones And Gimbals Audio Gear And Tripods And Power System , Travel To Include Travel Comma Local Transport For Four To Five Members Of Content Team In Sumdo For Four To Five Days , Logistics To Include Food And Stay For Four To Five Members Of Content Team In Sumdo For Four To Five Days , Post Production To Include Editing And Colour And Grading And Motion Graphics And Subtitling And Final Mastering Of All Videos
Pre-Bid & Qualification
Pre-Bid Date
07-11-2026 09:00:00
Pre-Bid Venue
Him Yodha Military Station, Sumdo, Spiti Himachal Pradesh
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Kinnaur
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Kinnaur | Kinnaur | - | - | 1 | 15 | - |
Authority Records
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-10110718.pdf
Main Document
BOQ Document
BOQ
BOQ Document
BOQ
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Bill of Quantities (BOQ)
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Content Creation Team To Include Videographers and Photographers And Drone Operators And Editors And Sound And Creative Director
3 Teaser Promo Videos 2 Event Highlight Videos 15 to 20 Reels and shorts 01 Mini Documentary 5 to 10 Interview Clips 15 to 20 Drone Footages of 3 to 5 mins 100 to 150 Edited Photographs 3 to 5 Sponson Promo Clips 5 to 10 Motion Posters or GIFs
Equipment To Include Cameras And Drones And Gimbals Audio Gear And Tripods And Power System
02 GoPro Max 360 Sound Kit Complete Primary Camera Sony FX6 incl lenses and Rig B Camera Sony FX30 incl lenses and Rig Drone DJI Mavic 3 Pro and DJI Osmo Pocket 3 with z axis stabilizer
Travel To Include Travel Comma Local Transport For Four To Five Members Of Content Team In Sumdo For Four To Five Days
Director Co Director Cinematographer Cameraperson Camera Assisant DIT and Content Manager Editor
Logistics To Include Food And Stay For Four To Five Members Of Content Team In Sumdo For Four To Five Days
Director Co Director Cinematographer Cameraperson Camera Assisant DIT and Content Manager Editor
Post Production To Include Editing And Colour And Grading And Motion Graphics And Subtitling And Final Mastering Of All Videos
Editor Sound Mixing and Mastering Colouring and DI Sound Design Background Music Script and Copywriting VoiceOver Hindi or English
| Item # | Title | Description | Quantity | Unit | Consignee | Delivery (Days) | Price Trends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Content Creation Team To Include Videographers and Photographers And Drone Operators And Editors And Sound And Creative Director | 3 Teaser Promo Videos 2 Event Highlight Videos 15 to 20 Reels and shorts 01 Mini Documentary 5 to 10 Interview Clips 15 to 20 Drone Footages of 3 to 5 mins 100 to 150 Edited Photographs 3 to 5 Sponson Promo Clips 5 to 10 Motion Posters or GIFs | 1 | nos | radar | 15 | |
| 2 | Equipment To Include Cameras And Drones And Gimbals Audio Gear And Tripods And Power System | 02 GoPro Max 360 Sound Kit Complete Primary Camera Sony FX6 incl lenses and Rig B Camera Sony FX30 incl lenses and Rig Drone DJI Mavic 3 Pro and DJI Osmo Pocket 3 with z axis stabilizer | 1 | nos | radar | 15 | |
| 3 | Travel To Include Travel Comma Local Transport For Four To Five Members Of Content Team In Sumdo For Four To Five Days | Director Co Director Cinematographer Cameraperson Camera Assisant DIT and Content Manager Editor | 1 | nos | radar | 15 | |
| 4 | Logistics To Include Food And Stay For Four To Five Members Of Content Team In Sumdo For Four To Five Days | Director Co Director Cinematographer Cameraperson Camera Assisant DIT and Content Manager Editor | 1 | nos | radar | 15 | |
| 5 | Post Production To Include Editing And Colour And Grading And Motion Graphics And Subtitling And Final Mastering Of All Videos | Editor Sound Mixing and Mastering Colouring and DI Sound Design Background Music Script and Copywriting VoiceOver Hindi or English | 1 | nos | radar | 15 |
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates of similar govt/PSU projects
Financial statements (last 2-3 years)
EMD payment receipt or bank guarantee as per bid terms
Technical bid document and compliance sheet
OEM authorization letters (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about HIMACHAL PRADESH tender market
How to bid for Indian Army content creation tender in Kinnaur 2026?
Bidders must attend the compulsory pre-bid meeting for recce, submit EMD as specified, and provide govt project experience certificates. Include OEM authorizations if needed, GST details, and financial statements. Ensure 2+ years of govt/PSU content production experience and compliance with on-site travel and post-production deliverables.
What documents are required for content production bid in Himachal Pradesh?
Submit GST registration, PAN card, experience certificates for similar govt projects, financial statements, EMD documentation, technical bid, and OEM authorizations. Include pre-bid attendance proof and any contractual references demonstrating 2+ years of relevant govt/PSU work.
What are the technical specs for content crew equipment in this tender?
Equipment must cover cameras, drones, gimbals, audio gear, tripods, and power systems suitable for on-site Sumdo shoots. Post-production deliverables include editing, colour grading, motion graphics, subtitling, and final mastering. On-site travel for 4-5 members for 4-5 days is required.
What is the delivery timeline and option clause for quantity variation?
Contract allows up to 25% quantity increase/decrease at bid and during execution. Delivery schedule starts after the original delivery order date, with a minimum 30 days extension if required. On-site production should align with Sumdo shoot window.
What are the eligibility criteria for govt procurement of content services?
Bidders must have 2+ years of regularly supplying similar content services to central or state govt/PSU. Provide copies of contracts for each year and demonstrate OEM or reseller arrangements. Not under liquidation or legal proceedings; provide relevant undertakings.
How is GST handled for this Indian Army procurement?
GST is bidder-responsible; reimbursement will follow actuals or the quoted rate, whichever is lower, within the applicable GST framework. Ensure GST registration is valid and clearly stated in the bid submission for eligibility.
What are the pre-bid meeting requirements for ground survey?
Attendance at the pre-bid meeting is compulsory to facilitate ground survey; bidders failing to attend may be technically disqualified. The recce helps understand concept, requirements, and on-site logistics for Sumdo deployment.