Indian Air Force DSLR/Compact/Handheld Camcorder Tender India 2026 IS 550 ISO Standards
Indian Air Force
BANGALORE, KARNATAKA
Posted:
20 February 2026
Closed:
17 March 2026
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Indian Air Force Camera Tender Dslr / Compact / Handheld Camcorder or Video Cameras 2026
Progress
Issue09-Jul-2026, 8:52 am
AwardPending
Quantity
3
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Categories
1
Tender Overview
The Indian Air Force (Department of Military Affairs) issues a procurement tender for DSLR / Compact / Handheld Camcorder or Video Cameras. Scope covers high-clarity imaging devices suitable for field use, with an unidentified estimated value and no BOQ items. Key differentiators include a 2-year OEM warranty, requirement for installation, commissioning, and in-country service support, and a flexible quantity clause allowing up to 25% increase/decrease. Emphasis on post-sale service capability and presence of service centres in India. This procurement targets qualified suppliers with demonstrated hardware experience and reliable logistics. The buyer mandates a robust after-sales network and OEM warranty compliance, with the option to adjust delivery timelines as per contract needs. This tender is positioned for suppliers capable of meeting stringent military-grade expectations and delivering timely service across consignee locations.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: DSLR / Compact / Handheld Camcorder or Video Cameras
- Image sensor categories: general (image sensor, sensor size for fixed lens or interchangeable lens, effective pixels, ISO max)
- Optics: lens mounting, focal length range (min/max), aperture (min/max), optical zoom
- Video recording: maximum resolution, frame rate, live streaming capability
- Audio: recording and output specifications
- Display: screen type, touch capability, size, vari-angle options, view finder
- Housing and mounting: housing construction, IP protection class, carry case inclusions
- Operating conditions: min/max operating temps, humidity specs
- Warranty: 2-year OEM warranty and post-sales service requirements
- Generic terms: service network, installation/commissioning, training, maintenance support
- Deliverables include dedicated service support and in-country service centers details to be uploaded with bid
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: not disclosed; bidders must comply with standard tender security norms
- Warranty: 2 years from final acceptance or after installation, commissioning, and testing at consignee location
- Delivery: delivery period to commence from date of last delivery order; option clause permits up to 25% quantity variation
- Payment: terms unspecified in summary; OEM warranty certificates required at delivery
- Past experience: proof via contracts, invoices, client execution certificates, or third-party notes
- Service & Support: dedicated toll-free service line required; in-country service capability mandatory
- Documentation: OEM authorizations and installation/service network details must be uploaded with bid
- Compliance: bidders must establish installation, commissioning, training, troubleshooting, and maintenance capability in India
Key Specifications
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Camera category: DSLR / Compact / Handheld Camcorder or Video Cameras
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Image sensor capabilities: ISO max, sensor size, megapixel range
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Lens: mounting type, min/max focal length, max aperture, optical zoom
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Video: maximum recording resolution, frame rate, live video streaming capability
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Display: screen size, touch functionality, vari-angle options
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Housing: IP protection standard, rugged construction, carry case inclusion
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Operating: min/max operating temperature, humidity tolerance
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Warranty: 2-year OEM warranty; service network in India
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Documentation: OEM certificates and service center locations to be submitted
Terms & Conditions
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Option clause allows ±25% quantity variation with extended delivery calculations
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Two-year OEM warranty with on-site service and maintenance support in India
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Proof of past experience required via contracts/invoices or client certificates
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Dedicated service hotline and ensured service centers near consignee locations
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
OEM warranty certificates must be submitted at delivery; payment terms to be as per standard govt norms with possible advance/operational milestones.
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period starts from last delivery order; option quantity adjustments permissible up to 25% with minimum 30 days additional time.
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
LD provisions apply for delayed installation/completion; exact percentages to be defined in order schedule per contract.
Bidder Eligibility
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Experience in supplying camera equipment for defense/military projects
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Demonstrated installation, commissioning, and maintenance capability within India
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OEM authorization and service network coverage near consignee locations
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Dslr / Compact / Handheld Camcorder Or Video Cameras (V2) (Q2)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
26
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
BANGALORE
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | BANGALORE | BANGALORE | - | - | 3 | 15 | - |
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MINISTRY OF DEFENCEMILITARY AFFAIRS DEPARTMENTINDIAN AIR FORCE
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Technical Specifications
1 Item
Item #1 Details
View Catalog| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| TYPE | Classification of Camera | Still, Video |
| TYPE | Type of Camera | DSLR APS Format, DSLR Full Frame Format, Compact Digital camera, Handheld camcorders or Video Cameras |
| IMAGE SENSOR | Image Sensor | CCD, CMOS |
| IMAGE SENSOR | Sensor Size for Fixed Lens Camera (inch) | 1, 1/2, 1/2.3, 1/2.33, 1/2.5, 1/2.7, 1/2.8, 1/2.84, 1/3, 1/3.1, 1/4, 1/5.8, 4/3, NA |
| IMAGE SENSOR | Sensor Size for Interchangeable Lens Camera (mmxmm) | 17.3 x 13.0, 22.3 x 14.9, 22.5 x 15, 23.5 x 15.6 to 15.7, 35.6 to 35.9 x 23.8 to 24, 36 x 23.9 to 24, NA |
| IMAGE SENSOR | Effective Pixels (Mega Pixels) | 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 30, 45, 50 |
| IMAGE SENSOR | ISO (Sensitivity of the image Sensor) Max | 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600, 32000, 40000, 51200, 0 Or higher |
| OPTICS | Lens Mounting | Fixed, Detachable |
| OPTICS | Minimum Focal Length | Above 10 |
| OPTICS | Maximum Focal Length | 0 - 800 |
| OPTICS | Minimum Lens Aperture (f/number) | Above 0.2 |
| OPTICS | Maximum Lens Aperture (f/number) | 0 - 22 |
| OPTICS | Optical Zoom | 3X to 5X, 6X to 10X, 11X to 15X, 16X to 20X, 21X to 25X, 26X to 30X, 31X to 35X,, 36X to 40X, 41X to 45X, 46X to 50X, 51X to 55X, 56X to 60X, 61X and above |
| Video Recording | Video Recoding | Yes, No |
| Video Recording | Maximum Recording Resolution (Pixels) | 4K (3840 x 2160), Full HD (1920 x 1080), HD (1280 x 720), SD (640 x 480), NA, 1280 x 1024 |
| Video Recording | Frame Rate at selected Maximum Recording Resolution (fps) | 24, 25, 30, 48, 50, 60, 80, 90, 100, 120, NA, 1000 - 1500, 1500 - 2000, 2000 - 2500, 2500 - 3000, 3000 - 3500, 3500 - 4000 |
| Video Recording | Live Video Streaming | Yes, No |
| AUDIO | Audio Recording | Yes, No |
| AUDIO | Audio Output | Yes, No |
| DISPLAY | Display | Yes, No |
| DISPLAY | Touch Screen | Yes, No |
| DISPLAY | Display Size (inch) | 1-1.5, 1.6-2, 2.1 - 2.5, 2.6 - 3, 3.1 - 3.5, 3.6 and above, NA |
| DISPLAY | Vari Angle Screen | Yes, No |
| DISPLAY | View Finder | Yes, No |
| FEATURES | Flash | Built-in, External (Not inclusive in the scope of supply), NA |
| OPERATING CONDITIONS | Minimum Operating Temperature (for land use) | 0, -5, -10, -15, -20, -30, -40 |
| OPERATING CONDITIONS | Maximum Operating Temperature (for land use) | 40, 50, 55, 60, 70 |
| OPERATING CONDITIONS | Operating Humidity, Rh at 40 deg C | 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, 95 |
| GENERIC | Housing construction | Metallic, Polycarbonate, Composite polycarbonate outer shell with metallic internal chassis |
| GENERIC | IP Protection | IP 21, IP 22, IP 23, IP 52, IP 53, IP 54, IP 55, IP 66, IP 67, NA |
| GENERIC | Carry Case inclusive | Yes, No |
| WARRANTY | Warranty | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
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Required Documents
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GST registration certificate
2
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
3
Experience certificates for similar camera equipment supply
4
Financial statements or turnover proof
5
EOI/contract-like experience proof (invoices, execution certificates)
6
OEM authorization/authorizations for the proposed brand
7
Technical compliance certificates and warranty documents
8
Service center details and contact information
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How to bid for the camera tender in India by Indian Air Force 2026
Bidders must satisfy eligibility criteria for defense procurement, submit GST, PAN, and past project certificates, provide OEM authorization, and demonstrate India-based service capability. Include 2-year OEM warranty documents and post-installation support details with bid submission.
What documents are required for the IAF camera tender submission 2026
Submit GST certificate, PAN, financial statements, experience certificates, OEM authorization, installation/commissioning capabilities, service center details, and OEM warranty certificates. Ensure invoicing evidence for past similar contracts and client execution certificates where applicable.
What are the technical specifications for cameras in this tender
Expect DSLR/compact/handheld camcorders with specified image sensors, ISO ceiling, fixed or interchangeable lens compatibility, focal length ranges, aperture, optical zoom, recording resolution, frame rates, live streaming, audio inputs/outputs, display type and size, and rugged housing with IP protection.
What is the warranty and post-sale support requirement for bidders
A 2-year OEM warranty from final acceptance or post-installation, with on-site service in India. Provide service centers locations, installation training, and a dedicated toll-free support line as part of the bid package.
When is the delivery period and how does the option clause work
Delivery starts after the last delivery order; quantity may vary up to ±25% with extended time calculated as (additional quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days, and potentially extended within contract terms.
What are the eligibility criteria for past experience in this camera tender
Provide contract copies with invoices and self-certification, or client execution certificates, or third-party notes evidencing similar camera equipment supply or service within defense-related projects.
Are dedicated service centers required for bid submission for the IAF contract
Yes. Bidders must include details of in-country service centers, contact information, and a dedicated service support line to demonstrate readiness for installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance across consignee locations.
What recording specifications are expected for cameras in this tender
Anticipate maximum recording resolutions, frame rates at top resolution, live video streaming capability, and robust audio recording/output features to meet defense-grade operational requirements.
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CATALOG-Specification-1
CATALOG Specification
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
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