Indian Army Long Range Data Modem for RPA Tender 2026 - Cables & Accessories Compliance & Rate Contract

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for a Long Range data Modem for RPA along with cables and accessories. The procurement scope centers on supply of goods under a rate contract, with potential quantity adjustments up to 25% of bid quantity during award and currency. Bidders must anticipate design validation steps, including submission of Detailed Design Drawings within 10 days of award for buyer approval. The contract contemplates after-sales service via OEM channels, and a 3% performance security against each Purchase Order. Location details are not specified, but this tender targets defense-grade data communications equipment for unmanned aerial systems.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Long Range data Modem for RPA with associated cables & accessories.
• Scope: Supply of Goods only under Rate Contract; no BOQ items listed.
• Drawings: Detailed Design Drawings must be submitted within 10 days of contract award; approval or modification list provided within 10 days.
• OEM/AFS: Imported products require an OEM or Authorized Seller with a registered Indian office for after-sales support.
• Delivery: Extended delivery calculations apply if option is exercised; minimum extension rule is 30 days.
• Performance Security: 3% of total contract value per Purchase Order.
• Turnover: Bidder’s average annual turnover for the last three years must meet the criterion specified in the bid document, with audited or CA/certified evidence.
• Scope of supply: Bid price must include all cost components for goods only.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Quantity variation: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity by up to 25% of bid quantity at award; further increases up to 25% during contract at contracted rates.
• Drawings approval delay: If buyer delays in drawing approvals, delivery period is refixed with no LD for the period of delay.
• OEM/India presence: Imported items require an OEM registered office in India for service support.
• Performance security: 3% of total contract value for each PO.
• Turnover evidence: Provide last three years’ audited balance sheets or CA/CFA certificate indicating turnover; if less than 3 years, turnover from subsequent completed years acceptable.
• Scope: Only supply of goods; no additional services specified.
• General: Compliance with all bidder terms and acceptance of option clause is mandatory for participation.