Power Grid Corporation Of India Drone for Transmission Lines Supply & AMC Odisha 2026 - IS 550/ISO 9001 Standards 2026

Tender Overview

Power Grid Corporation Of India Limited invites bids for the Supply and AMC of Drone for Transmission lines under Odisha Projects (specification package spec.no: ODP/BB/C&M-4446/GeM-126/25-26). The estimated contract value is ₹2,057,600 with an EMD of ₹41,000. The scope includes drone supply capable of patrolling EHV lines in live/charged conditions and annual AMC costs for the 1st and 2nd years post-warranty expiry as per clause 36 of the TS. The package targets OEM-authorized suppliers and requires data sheets, vendor code creation, and OEM authorization where applicable, under GeM processes. The project location is Odisha (Odisha Projects), and the procurement emphasizes equipment suitable for high-voltage line patrols with compliance to DoE/ATC and local content disclosures. Key differentiators include mandatory data-sheet alignment with offered specifications and mandatory EMD payment through the POWERGRID portal. This opportunity is positioned for drone manufacturers and service providers with robust compliance and local content reporting capabilities.

• Organization: Power Grid Corporation Of India Limited
• Product/Service: Drone supply for EHV transmission line patrolling and AMC
• Location: Odisha
• Estimated Value: ₹2,057,600; EMD: ₹41,000
• Unique aspects: Data Sheet alignment, OEM authorization, local content declarations, DoE alignment, AMCs for post-warranty years.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No technical specifications are published in the tender data; however, the package requires a drone capable of live-line patrolling on EHV transmission lines under Odisha projects.
• References exist to data sheet upload, manufacturer authorization, and DoE-compliant certification, implying needs for high-voltage inspection capabilities, safety interlocks, and potential ISR features.
• Mandatory submission components include EMD/Bid Security (₹41,000) via online portal, data sheets, OEM authorization where applicable, and Form No. 3 local-content declarations.
• Data sheets must precisely match the offered product specifications to avoid rejection; mismatches trigger rejection.
• The contract includes AMC for 1st and 2nd years after warranty per clause 36 of the TS, indicating ongoing maintenance provisions beyond initial supply.
• Probable standards/requirements inferred: OEM authority, GSTIN, PAN, and EFT mandate; DoE-compliant documentation.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD / Bid Security: ₹41,000; online payment via POWERGRID portal or exemption as per GeM GTC provisions.
• Documents: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, OEM authorization, data sheet, DoE Form No. 7, local-content declaration (Form No. 3).
• Vendor Code Creation: Applicable for registration; submission of required forms and certificates.
• OEM Authorization: Mandatory where distributors submit bids; include OEM/Original Service Provider details.
• Local Content & DoE Compliance: Certificate from OEM on local content percentage and locations of value addition (Form No. 3).
• Delivery/AMC Terms: AMC for 1st and 2nd year post-warranty as per clause 36 TS; payment terms to be clarified in ATC.
• Other Compliance: All mandatory documents must be uploaded; non-submission may lead to rejection.