Indian Army UAV Bird and Ground Control Station Supply Tender Tinsukia Assam 2026 – Type Certificate Drone Rules 2021 & Industrial License

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, seeks a complete supply package for an advanced UAV Bird system, including a Ground Control Station (GCS) with payload operation control, compatible hardware, and payloads. The scope spans RGB camera payload, LiDAR, Multispectral, and Oblique/Photogrammetry capabilities, and requires an Industrial License under the Industries Development and Regulation Act, 1951. The procurement is targeted at Tinsukia, Assam, with mandatory pre-bid meeting at the local office. Key differentiators include compliance with Drone Rules 2021 Type Certificate classifications and a robust, foldable, lightweight design around 0.55 lb, wind resistance to 24 mph, and flight time up to 30 minutes. The bid emphasizes modular payload integration, One-Button Takeoff/Return-to-Home, and 4x digital zoom within a compact system. This is positioned as a defense-grade, end-to-end UAV solution for reconnaissance, mapping, and surveillance.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• UAV Bird: Category, sub-category, and maximum all-up weight per Drone Rules 2021 Type Certificate; ensure compliance with wind resistance up to 24 mph and flight time up to 30 minutes; maximum flight distance to be documented in meters.
• Payloads: RGB camera (12 MP), LiDAR sensor, Multispectral sensor, and Oblique/Photogrammetry camera compatible with payload housing; confirm imaging formats and data interfaces.
• GCS & Hardware: Ground Control Station software with payload operation control; GCS hardware included in scope; ensure compatibility with all payloads and secure communication channels.
• Approvals/Licenses: Availability of Industrial License from DPIIT under Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951; verify corporate eligibility and export controls if applicable.
• Performance ranges: Validate maximum all-up weight range with values, flight speed up to 36 mph, and 0.55 lb lightweight foldable design where specified. Include pre-bid meeting outcomes and any local implementation requirements.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% at contracted rates; delivery extensions calculated as (additional quantity/original quantity) × original period, minimum 30 days; ensure compliance with this clause.
• Pre-Bid: Local office in Tinsukia mandatory pre-bid meeting; coordinate with Indian Army procurement.
• Delivery & Acceptance: Delivery schedule aligned with last date of original delivery order; extended periods trigger recalculated timelines.
• Documentation & Compliance: Provide GST registration, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, and EMD as applicable; confirm technical compliance certificates and OEM authorizations where required.
• Warranty & Penalties: Await clarified warranty terms and LD clauses; ensure support for field maintenance and timely spares.
• Security & Licensing: Adhere to national defense procurement policies; ensure IPR and data security compliance in all software and hardware components.