Central Circle UAV Drone Surveillance Tender Kerala Thrissur 2025 DGCA Type Certificate 2021

Tender Overview

The Central Circle under the Forest And Wild Life Department Kerala invites bids for a complete UAV surveillance solution, including an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) drone, Ground Control Station software and hardware, payloads (camera/thermal), and associated accessories. The package covers the drone, GCS hardware and software, payload housing with camera and thermal options, batteries, charger, carry case, user manuals, and software licenses. The project targets field deployment in forest and open terrain environments around Thrissur, Kerala, with demo/test flight requirements prior to final acceptance. A live demonstration will verify take-off/landing, real-time feed, autonomous flight (if applicable), and payload operation. The procurement emphasizes DGCA-compliant design with Type Certificate alignment and OEM authorization.

Key differentiators include field-trial validation under forest/open terrain conditions, 1-year comprehensive warranty on drone, camera, batteries, and GCS, and mandatory hands-on training for department staff spanning 1–2 days. The scope also requires ongoing service support in India and assured spare parts availability. The quantity adjustment clause permits up to 25% variation during and after contract awarding, with delivery timing linked to the last delivery order date and a minimum 30 days extension wherever applicable.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• UAV Bird: Drone with Type Certificate in Drone Rules, 2021 (Category and Sub-category as defined) and DGCA compliance where applicable
• Maximum All-up Weight: defined within Drone Rules 2021 thresholds; more weight tiers are expected to be negotiated
• Flight Time: specified within the maximum all-up weight category; values to be verified during field trials
• Flight Range: documented maximum one-way distance from Take Off Point at max weight
• Ground Control Station (GCS): Software to manage payload operation; GCS hardware included in scope
• Surveillance Payload: Camera inside payload housing; Thermal camera optional and also housed
• Accessories: Batteries (minimum quantity), Charger, Carry case, User manuals, Software licenses
• Demonstration & Field Trials: live take-off/landing, camera feed, autonomous mission execution, field condition testing
• Documentation: OEM authorization letter; Type Certificate; DGCA compliance documents; training records; warranty details
• Training: 1–2 days hands-on, covering flight operation, safety, GCS software, battery management, troubleshooting
• Warranty: Minimum 1-year comprehensive warranty on drone, camera, batteries, GCS hardware; service support in India; spare parts guaranteed
• Supply Scope: Drone with payload, GCS hardware/software, batteries, charger, carry case, manuals, licenses
• Payment & Delivery: Standard terms with option for quantity variation; delivery period tied to last delivery order
• Demonstration: Live demo for acceptance; order confirmation contingent on successful evaluation

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not specified in data provided; bidders should anticipate standard earnest money requirements as per state norms
• Experience: OEM or OEM-authorized dealer/system integrator with demonstrable capability for UAV systems and field deployments
• Delivery: Delivery period aligned with last date of original delivery order; option-based extensions possible with minimum 30 days
• Payment Terms: Not fully specified; bids typically include milestone-based payments linked to field acceptance and DOA handling
• Documentation: OEM authorization, Type Certificate, DGCA compliance, training plan, warranty commitments, spare parts availability
• Demo/Field Test: Mandatory live demonstration and field testing; non-conformance leads to rejection at no cost
• Training: Minimum 1–2 days on flight operations, GCS, battery management, safety procedures
• Warranty/Support: 1-year comprehensive warranty; in-country service support and spare parts assurance
• Penalties: Not detailed here; expect standard LDs on DOA, warranty breaches, or late delivery
• Miscellaneous: Compliance with local import/indigenous sourcing policies; data and privacy considerations for surveillance payloads