Indian Army Surveillance Drone Tender Ajmer Rajasthan UAV Bird Ground Control Station V2 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department of Military Affairs) invites bids for a Surveillance Drone / Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (V2) Q2 package in Ajmer, Rajasthan. Scope includes the UAV Bird airframe, Ground Control Station (GCS) software with payload operation control, and GCS compatible hardware. The tender contemplates a UAV Bird classified per the 2021 Type Certificate framework, with a defined maximum all-up weight range, maximum flight time, and maximum one-way flight distance. Aerial surveillance payloads include an onboard camera and a thermal camera housed within the payload. The BOQ shows no line items, suggesting a bundled or design-build approach. Unique differentiators include compliance with drone rules 2021 classifications and dedicated GCS integration for payload operations. This opportunity targets suppliers capable of delivering hardware, software, and integration services in a government procurement context.

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Technical Specifications & Requirements

• UAV Bird (Drone) to be supplied as part of the scope of supply.
• Ground Control Station (GCS) software including payload operation control capabilities.
• GCS Compatible Hardware required to be included in the supply.
• Drone classification in line with the 2021 Type Certificate rules (permitted category, sub-category, and maximum all-up weight).
• Performance metrics: Maximum all-up weight; Maximum flight time at max weight; Maximum flight distance (one-way) at max weight.
• Surveillance Payload: Onboard camera and thermal camera must be available within the payload housing.
• All components must align with GCS compatibility and payload integration standards.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Delivery/Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates; extended delivery time computed as (additional quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
• Additional time logic applies; bidder compliance required.
• No explicit EMD amount, estimated value, or start/end dates disclosed in the provided data; bidders should prepare standard government EMD and financial bid documents accordingly.
• Comply with all statutory filings and military procurement norms applicable to drone systems and GCS integration.
• Ensure GCS software and hardware meet the 2021 Type Certificate framework and any relevant security clearances.
• Delivery readiness and performance shall be assessed per the Army’s standard evaluation criteria for UAVs and payload integration.