Drone or Unmanned Aerial Vehicle with Customized Payload (Defence Forces - Navy, Army and Air Force
Indian Army
BATHINDA, PUNJAB
Posted:
11 October 2025
Closed:
14 October 2025
GEM
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Indian Army UAV Drone with GCS & Payload - Gurudaspur Punjab DroneRules Type Certificate 2021 2026
Progress
Issue16-Jun-2026, 1:14 pm
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Quantity
1
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Categories
2
Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks a UAV Bird (Drone) package including a Ground Control Station (GCS) with payload operation control, and GCS-compatible hardware for deployment in Gurudaspur, Punjab. The scope includes supply, installation, testing and commissioning of the drone system, payload integration, and associated software. The procurement emphasizes compliance with the Type Certificate framework under the Drone Rules, 2021, with performance parameters tied to maximum all-up weight, endurance, wind resistance, and range. Availability of an industrial license from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry is required. A robust data sheet, OEM authorization, and IPv6 readiness are mandated. A functional after-sales service center in the consignee state within 30 days of award is required. This procurement targets reliable, secure, and certified unmanned aerial capabilities for defense operations. Unique aspects include a guaranteed payload operation control within the GCS and strict supplier verification via data-sheet alignment and Malicious Code Certificate compliance.
Key Specifications
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UAV Bird: Drone with specified Type Certificate under Drone Rules 2021
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Ground Control Station: Software plus compatible hardware, payload operation control
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Battery Type: as per UAV platform requirements
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Industrial License: from Ministry of Commerce and Industry (DPIIT)
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Data Sheet: must match bid parameters; avoid mismatches
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IPv6 readiness: IT equipment from day one
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OEM Authorization: required when bidding through authorized distributor
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Service Center: functional in consignee state or established within 30 days
Terms & Conditions
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Mandatory OEM authorization and data sheet alignment
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Service center establishment within 30 days of award
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Malicious Code Certificate and IPv6 readiness requirement
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Payment is contingent on establishing a functional service center; data sheet accuracy is essential; EMD details not disclosed in tender data
Delivery Schedule
Scope includes Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning; delivery timeline not specified
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Penalties/LD details are not specified in the provided data; service center readiness could influence payment release
Bidder Eligibility
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Not under liquidation or bankruptcy; no court receivership
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Must provide PAN, GSTIN, and EFT mandate
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Must provide OEM authorization and data sheet alignment
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Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Drone or Unmanned Aerial Vehicle with Customized Payload (Defence Forces - Navy, Army and Air Force) (Q2)
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MINISTRY OF DEFENCEMILITARY AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
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View Catalog| 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) | 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) | 15 - 25, 25 - 35, 35 - 45, 45 - 55, 55 - 65 Or higher |
| UAV Bird - Performance | Maximum Wind Resistance ( In km/hr) against which the UAV can operate without degradation in performance (Hint: Lower value in each range is not included) | 20 - 25, 35 - 40 |
| 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) | 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, 11500 - 12000, 12000 - 12500, 12500 - 13000, 13000 - 13500, 13500 - 14000, 14000 - 14500, 14500 - 15000, 15000 - 15500, 15500 - 16000, 16000 - 16500, 16500 - 17000, 17000 - 17500, 17500 - 18000, 18000 - 18500, 18500 - 19000, 19000 - 20000, 20000 - 20500, 20500 - 21000, 21000 - 21500, 21500 - 22000, 22000 - 22500, 22500 - 23000, 23000 - 23500, 23500 - 24000, 24000 - 24500, 24500 - 25000 Or higher |
| Power Source of UAV Bird | Battery Type | Rechargable, Non-Rechargeable, NA |
| GCS Compatible Hardware | GCS Compatible Hardware included in the scope of supply | Tablet / Smartphone |
| Approvals and Certifications | Availability of Industrial License, issued by Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion, under Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951 | No |
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Required Documents
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Copy of PAN Card
2
Copy of GSTIN
3
Copy of Cancelled Cheque
4
Copy of EFT Mandate certified by Bank
5
Data Sheet of offered product(s)
6
OEM Manufacturer Authorization certificate
7
Malicious Code Certificate
8
NDA Declaration on Bidder Letter Head
9
Evidence of IPv6 readiness
10
Documentation of Industrial License (DPIIT) if applicable
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Evidence of functional Service Centre or plan to establish within 30 days
12
Bidder/organization financial statements and corporate details
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about PUNJAB tender market
How to bid for the Indian Army UAV tender in Gurudaspur?
To bid, submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, and a data sheet aligned to the offered UAV and GCS. Include OEM authorization, Malicious Code Certificate, IPv6 readiness, and NDA. Ensure industrial license (DPIIT) if required and provide evidence of a local service center within 30 days of award.
What documents are required for UAV drone procurement in Punjab?
Required documents include PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, OEM authorization, comprehensive Data Sheet, Malicious Code Certificate, NDA, and proof of IPv6 readiness. Include service-center plan for Punjab and evidence of industrial license if applicable.
What are the drone performance specifications under Drone Rules 2021?
Specifications reference maximum all-up weight, maximum flight time, wind resistance, and maximum horizontal range as defined per Drone Rules 2021 Type Certificate classifications. Validate against the BOQ and data sheet to avoid mismatches and rejection.
How is service center readiness tied to payment terms in this tender?
Payment is linked to the bidder establishing a functional service center in the consignee state within 30 days of award. Provide documentary evidence of the center’s operations; without this, payment release may be delayed.
What is the role of the Malicious Code Certificate in UAV bids?
Bidder must certify that hardware and software do not contain embedded malicious code that could disable functions, damage equipment, or leak data. Breaches may constitute contract termination or legal action.
What is required for OEM authorization in this UAV tender?
Submit OEM/Original Service Provider authorization with full details: name, designation, address, email, and phone. This is essential when bidding through authorized distributors and ensures support eligibility.
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