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Indian Air Force Unmanned Radio Communication Systems Tender 2025 India - 200 NM LOS, MIL-810, Solar Hybrid Power

Bid Publish Date

26-Dec-2025, 8:56 am

Bid End Date

14-Jan-2026, 3:00 pm

EMD

₹8,97,000

Location

NAGPUR , MAHARASHTRA

Progress

Issue26-Dec-2025, 8:56 am
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Quantity

4

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • • OEM-certified unmanned radio system with MIL-810 compliance requirement
  • • Minimum 200 nautical mile line-of-sight transmission capability
  • • Dual operation: mobile network and SATCOM compatibility
  • • EMD amount of ₹897,000; DD payable to AIR FORCE STN SONEGAON, Nagpur
  • • 25% quantity escalation/de-escalation option during contract at same rates
  • • Antenna connector specification: SO-239 (50Ω)
  • • Integrated power: solar/wind/hybrid + 220 VAC supply
  • • Mandatory non-obsolescence commitment: minimum 1 year residual market life
  • • Delivery terms include hardcopy EMD, with online bid submission and 5-day hardcopy delivery

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Tender Overview

Organization: Indian Air Force (Department of Military Affairs). The procurement targets an Unmanned Radio Communication System with a defined performance envelope, including a minimum of 100 memory channels and an aircraft-cleared radio frequency. The tender includes an EMD of ₹897,000 and a 25% quantity option during contract execution. Location and start/end dates are not disclosed. The emphasis is on systems capable of operating across mobile networks and SATCOM, with OEM-certified hardware and non-obsolescence requirements. The bid must address delivery timelines linked to original and extended orders, and include hardcopy EMD delivery alongside online submission. A strong emphasis on supplier credibility and financial stability is implied via the mandatory undertaking not to be under liquidation.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Operational mode: dual capability for mobile network and SATCOM; OEM-certified
  • Radio transmission range: minimum 200 nm plains LOS; OEM-certified
  • Frequency: air band; OEM-certified
  • Connectivity: aircraft-cleared frequency; OEM-certified
  • Aircraft modification: no modification; OEM-certified
  • Radio module: MIL-810 compliant; OEM-certified
  • Memory channels: minimum 100 channels; OEM-certified
  • Antenna connector: SO-239 (50Ω); OEM-certified
  • Power: integrated solar/wind/hybrid supply + 220 VAC; OEM-certified
  • Current drain: specified at 13.25 VDC; OEM-certified
  • No BOQ items listed; emphasis on OEM-level specifications and lifecycle considerations

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • EMD: ₹897,000; submission via Demand Draft (Account Payee) payable to AIR FORCE STN SONEGAON, Nagpur; scanned DD proof required with bid; hardcopy delivery within 5 days of bid end/opening
  • Financial health: bidder must certify no liquidation or bankruptcy; undertaking required
  • Product lifecycle: bid only for items not declared end-of-life within last 1 year of OEM confirmation
  • Delivery & option clause: up to 25% quantity variation during contract at contracted rates; extended delivery time formula applies with a minimum 30 days
  • Submission: follow RFP & ATC; authenticate and attach all required documents in bid
  • All other standard procurement terms apply (no tender ID/BID number in public content).

Key Specifications

  • Operational mode: both mobile network and SATCOM (OEM-certified)

  • Radio transmission range: minimum 200 nm plains LOS (OEM-certified)

  • Frequency: air band (OEM-certified)

  • Aircraft connectivity: airworthy frequency clearance (OEM-certified)

  • Modification: no aircraft modification (OEM-certified)

  • Radio module: MIL-810 compliant (OEM-certified)

  • Memory channels: minimum 100 channels (OEM-certified)

  • Antenna connector: SO-239 (50Ω) (OEM-certified)

  • Power supply: integrated solar/wind/hybrid + 220 VAC (OEM-certified)

  • Current drain: specified at 13.25 VDC (OEM-certified)

Terms & Conditions

  • EMD amount: ₹897,000 via DD; proof submission with bid

  • Quantity variation up to 25% during contract at same rates

  • Delivery timeline linked to original and extended orders; minimum 30 days

  • Non-obsolescence and OEM certification mandatory; no end-of-life items

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

EMD required; DD payable to AIR FORCE STN SONEGAON; hardcopy delivery within 5 days; payment terms aligned to RFP

Delivery Schedule

Delivery period begins after last date of original delivery order; option delivery extends with calculated duration

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Not specified in provided data; implied through delivery terms and extension provisions

Bidder Eligibility

  • Not under liquidation or bankruptcy; mandatory undertaking

  • Experience in supplying unmanned radio communication systems

  • OEM approvals or authorized distributor status for required equipment

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

Experience certificates for similar unmanned radio systems projects

4

Financial statements or proof of financial stability

5

EMD submission document (DD) and scanned proof

6

Technical bid documents aligned to OEM specifications

7

OEM authorizations or dealership/partner certificates

8

Undertaking confirming no liquidation or bankruptcy

Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about MAHARASHTRA tender market

How to bid for the unmanned radio system tender in India 2025?

Bidders must submit at least the EMD ₹897,000 via Demand Draft to AIR FORCE STN SONEGAON, Nagpur, along with scanned proof and hardcopy delivery within 5 days. Ensure OEM certifications, MIL-810 compliance, and 100+ memory channels. Include GST, PAN, financials, and experience certificates; comply with option clause and non-obsolescence requirement.

What documents are required for the IAF radio system procurement 2025?

Required documents include GST certificate, PAN card, experience certificates for unmanned comms, financial statements, EMD/DD proof, technical bid aligned to OEM specs, OEM authorization letters, and an undertaking that the bidder is not under liquidation or bankruptcy. Attach hardcopy as demanded with bid end date.

What are the key technical specifications for the unmanned system?

Key specs include dual mode operation (mobile network and SATCOM), minimum 200 nm LOS range, air band frequency, aircraft-cleared connectivity, MIL-810 compliant radio module, minimum 100 memory channels, SO-239 antenna connector (50Ω), and hybrid power with 220 VAC input. All items must be OEM-certified.

What is the EMD amount and payment method for this tender?

EMD is ₹897,000. Payment must be via Account Payee Demand Draft in favor of AIR FORCE STN SONEGAON, Nagpur. Bidder must upload DD proof; hardcopy must reach Buyer within 5 days of bid end/opening.

What are the delivery terms and option clause for quantity changes?

Delivery can adjust by up to 25% of bid quantity at contract, with rates unchanged. Additional time equals (increased quantity / original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days. Original delivery period remains if less than 30 days.

What certifications are required for the radio system module?

All modules must be OEM-certified and MIL-810 compliant. The system should be compatible with both mobile networks and SATCOM, with airframe-clearance for frequencies and no aircraft modification required. Include OEM authorization if acting through a dealer.