Indian Army Drone Components Tender 2026 – Flight Controller, RC Subsystems, Carbon Fiber Air Frame, VTX, GPS, Motors

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, issues a procurement tender for an integrated drone kit comprising a STACK Flight Controller and Electronic SC, carbon fiber airframe components, 2.5W video transmitter (VTX), RHCP antenna, ELRS TX, 10-channel SUBS, 6S Li-ion battery pack with XT60, ELRS receiver, long-range SUBS, built‑in GPS with compass, adjustable camera system, four motors with matching propellers (4 CW, 4 CCW), spacers, nuts, straps, analog 5.8 GHz goggles, and SOP manual. The scope targets a turnkey UAV hardware package with 14 BOQ items totaling the 14‑item suite; the start/end dates and estimated value are not disclosed. The award will consider on-ground demonstration, and OEM net-worth validation as part of eligibility. The clause emphasizes quantity flexibility up to 25% and delivery timing linked to original delivery period. The emphasis on on-ground ground-truthing differentiates this tender from purely document-based bids.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/service names: STACK Flight Controller, Electronic SC, Carbon Fiber airframe, 2.5W VTX, RHCP antenna, ELRS TX/SUBS, Li-ion 6S pack with XT60, ELRS receiver, GPS with compass, adjustable camera system, 4× motors, 4× propellers (CW/CCW), spacers, nuts, straps, 5.8 GHz analog goggles, SOP manual.
• Quantity/scale: 14 items listed in BOQ; specific item quantities not disclosed.
• Delivery/assembly: Option clause allows ±25% quantity adjustment; delivery period extends proportionally with minimum 30 days.
• Standards/requirements: Not explicitly specified; bidders must demonstrate on-ground performance prior to bid opening. Net-worth requirement for OEM: positive as per last audited financial statements.
• Performance/acceptance: On-ground ground-test required; failure may disqualify. Ground demonstration at bidder’s site prior to bid opening is mandatory if not shown at our unit location.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/financials: Net-worth of OEM must be positive; explicit EMD is not disclosed.
• Delivery terms: Delivery period linked to last date of original delivery order; option clause may extend delivery time; minimum extension 30 days.
• Evaluation/acceptance: Ground demonstration required; non-participation in ground test leads to disqualification.
• Document submission: OEM performance proof, on-ground demonstration records, and auditable financial statements.
• Other terms: The buyer reserves rights on quantity variation up to 25% during and after contract; bidder must comply with option clause and show capability for extended delivery windows.