Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks a drone system package including all necessary electronics, day and night cameras, optical fibre components, ground station setup, software development, testing tools, and related accessories, for delivery in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. The procurement involves a multi-item drone and support ecosystem with an EMD of ₹30,000 and a potential quantity variation of up to 25% at contract, per option clause. Bidder/vendor code creation requires submission of PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, and EFT Mandate. OEMs supplying imported products must have India-based support and a registered office. A functional service centre is required in the state of each consignee location, with establishment within 30 days if not existing, and an escalation matrix for service support. The tender emphasizes turnover criteria over the last three years and mandates audited financial documents. This tender presents a high-integrity defense procurement path with strict eligibility, service logistics, and post-award support expectations. The overall objective is a fully capable, field-ready drone system with robust after-sales support and compliant financials.
- Location: Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
- Organization: Indian Army
- Category: Drone systems, electronics, optical components, ground station, software, testing
- EMD: ₹30,000; 25% quantity option during contract; delivery timelines tied to original/extended orders
- Key differentiator: mandatory service center in consignee state and OEM authorizations for imported items
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product scope includes drones with day/night cameras, necessary electronics, optical fibre cables/connectors, optical transceivers, fibre bundle cylinder
- Ground station setup and software development included; testing tools and miscellaneous items
- No explicit numerical performance specs provided; emphasis on complete integration, OEM support, and software readiness
- OEM/importer requirements: registered Indian office for after-sales support; functional service centre in each consignee state or on-site warranty
- Service escalation: must provide a clear escalation matrix with contact numbers
- Financials: bidder average turnover requirement over last three years; audited balance sheets or CA certificate accepted
- Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹30,000; payment terms not specified in detail
- Quantity: option clause to increase/decrease up to 25% during contract; extended delivery time based on formula
- Delivery: start date and delivery period tied to original order dates; extended period calculations apply
- Service: establishment of service centre within 30 days of award if not present; documentary evidence required
- Vendor/OEM requirements: in-country support for imported items; escalation matrix for service
- Turnover: minimum average annual turnover over last three years as per bid document; audited or CA-based certificates acceptable
