Indian Army Drone with all accessories Tender Sonitpur Assam 2026 - IS/Drone Standards, 25% Qty Option

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, invites bids for a Drone with all accessories in Sonitpur, Assam (784001). While the exact quantity and estimated value are not disclosed, bidders should anticipate a scope covering complete drone systems and accessories. The tender emphasizes continuity through an option clause enabling up to 25% quantity increase at contracted rates, with delivery timelines linked to the original delivery period. The procurement prioritizes bidders who maintain non-obsolescent technology with at least a 3-year residual market life. This opportunity requires robust compliance with end-to-end supply, including data sheet verification and consortium arrangements if needed. Unique factors include the requirement to accept the Purchaser’s option clause and the emphasis on data sheet alignment with technical parameters. The opportunity is positioned for suppliers capable of delivering drone solutions under government procurement norms in the Assam region.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Drone with all accessories (no explicit technical specs provided in the tender data)
• Key compliance expectations: Data Sheet of offered product uploaded with bid; data sheet matched against product specifications
• Consortium option: Seller may form a consortium with equal responsibility for execution; one member acts as leader
• Documentation: Mandatory upload of PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, and EFT Mandate certified by bank
• End User Certificate: Provided in the buyer’s standard format if requested
• Obsolescence clause: Offered items must have at least 3 years residual market life; not previously declared end-of-life by OEM
• GST: GST applicability to be determined by bidder; reimbursement as actuals or applicable rates, not exceeding quoted GST percentage
• Scope of supply: Bid price must include all costs; detailed terms may appear in the final contract

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD information not disclosed in data; bidders must comply with standard procurement guarantees and ensure non-litigation status
• Option clause permits up to 25% quantity increase/decrease; delivery time adjusts proportionally, minimum 30 days, may extend to original period
• Financial standing: bidder must avoid liquidation or bankruptcy and upload a supporting undertaking
• Bid integrity: product must not be obsolete within 3-year window; data sheet consistency is mandatory
• Consortiums permitted with equal liability; must submit an undertaking
• End User Certificate may be requested in Buyer format; data sheet verification is mandatory
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate required for vendor code creation
• Data Sheet verification and potential bid rejection for unexplained mismatches