Indian Army FPV Drone Frame & Components Tender 2026 - ISM/IS 550 Compliant, EMD Details 2026

Tender Overview

• Organization: Indian Army (Department of Military Affairs) seeks procurement of FPV drone frame and essential components, including carbon fiber frame, 1300KV motors or better, STACK F7 FC/ESC compatibility, 650–1550 mAh micro batteries, and related accessories like 7-inch propellers, 5.8 GHz VTX camera, ELRS 2.4 GHz RX, and Googles analog. Estimated value and quantities are not disclosed; delivery location is the EME cantonment area at 56 APO under the 9/11 141 FD WKSP COY EME. This tender emphasizes modular, ready-to-assemble drone kits with safety features and built-in battery management.

• Context & Scope: This procurement targets high-performance FPV drone frames and compatible subsystems for field operations. The inclusion of ELRS, GPS M8N, and internal Li-Po packs indicates a complete payload-ready configuration. The option clause allows quantity adjustments up to 25% of bid quantity during contract execution, with proportional extension of delivery time.

• Key Differentiator: Emphasis on compatibility with BRANDED or OEM components meeting precise KV motors, flight controller (F7), and safety-embedded charging. The contract accommodates delivery shifts and extension rules, ensuring supply continuity for aerial reconnaissance needs.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product scope centers on FPV drone frame (carbon fiber), 1300KV motors or better, STACK FC F7 compatibility, ESCs for compatible stack, **micro batteries ≥ 1550 mAh, micro charger with built-in safety, 7-inch propellers (2CW-707 50 size), 5.8 GHz VTX camera, ELRS 2.4 GHz remote/receiver, analog Li-ion 3.7 V batteries, and GPS M8N. The BOQ lists 10 total items with unclear unit quantities, signaling a kit-style purchase rather than a single line item.

• Delivery & installation at the specified address; ATC documents uploaded by buyer; option clause governs quantity and schedule adjustments. No complete technical standard codes are provided in the data.

• Compliance expectations include component compatibility (KV, FC, ESC) and safety features as implied by “built safety” in the battery management context.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD not disclosed in the data; bidders should expect standard Army tender deposits per policy.
• Delivery timeline: startup from the last date of the original delivery order; extended delivery time formula provided with a minimum of 30 days; option to adjust quantity by 25% during contract.
• Delivery location: 9 / 11, 141 FD WKSP COY EME C/O 56 APO; installation/commissioning, if covered, at the same site.
• Documentation: ATC uploaded; bidders must comply with buyer-added terms; GST/PAN, experience, and product compliance certificates typically required for army tenders.
• Warranty/penalties: Not specified; standard security procurement penalties may apply on late delivery or non-conformity.