Eastern Railway Surveillance Drone Tender Malda West Bengal 2026 UAV Type Certificate Drone Rules 2021
Bid Publish Date
17-Jul-2026, 10:23 am
Bid End Date
28-Jul-2026, 10:00 am
Location
Progress
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Categories
2
Tender Overview
Eastern Railway, under Indian Railways, seeks supply, installation, testing and commissioning of a Surveillance Drone / Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (V2) package in Malda, West Bengal. The scope includes UAV Bird, Ground Control Station (GCS) software with payload operation control, and GCS compatible hardware, plus surveillance payloads with camera and thermal camera housing. Delivery and installation are to occur at the designated Railway telecom/store facility in Jhaljhaliya, Malda. The order may adjust by +/- 25% during or after contract award, with delivery timing linked to original and extended periods. AATC clause requires product specification match with uploaded ATC. Scope covers complete SITC. No BOQ items listed; the procurement is focused on UAV capabilities and payload capacity.
- Organization: Eastern Railway
- Product category: Surveillance Drone / Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (V2) with GCS and payloads
- Location: Malda, West Bengal
- Key differentiator: Type Certificate compliance under Drone Rules, 2021 and integration with GCS payload control
- Unique aspects: ATC-specified product match required; 25% quantity option; SITC scope across drone, GCS software, hardware, and payloads
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- UAV Bird: Drone classified as per Type Certificate in Drone Rules, 2021; sub-category and maximum all-up weight defined; performance metrics include Maximum Flight Time at Max All-up Weight and Maximum Flight Distance in metres
- GCS: Ground Control Station software with payload operation control; GCS Compatible Hardware included in scope
- Payload: Surveillance payload with camera in payload housing and Thermal Camera in payload housing
- Compliance: Drone must meet the Drone Rules, 2021 certifications and be compatible with listed GCS hardware; ensure all-in-one SITC coverage
- Performance metrics: precise values for maximum all-up weight, flight time, and distance are defined by the uploaded ATC and Type Certificate; detailed parameter ranges will be provided in ATC
- Delivery location: Sr.Section Engineer (Telecom)/Store, Near DRM Building, P.O. Jhaljhaliya, Malda
- Experience/Capabilities: Bidder must demonstrate capability to supply UAV systems with integrated GCS and payloads, including installation and commissioning
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Delivery & option clause: Quantity may be increased or decreased up to 25%; extended delivery period calculated as (Additional quantity / Original quantity) × Original delivery period, min 30 days
- Scope: Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning (SITC) of UAV system and related software/hardware
- ATC requirement: Offered product must match AG uploaded ATC specification; non-compliant offers may be rejected
- Delivery address: Provided as above in Malda, West Bengal; installation at the same site is expected
- EMD/bid security and submission documents: See Terms; GST, PAN, experience certifications, financials, OEM authorizations expected
- Payment terms and penalties: Terms to be defined in contract; ATC governs payment and delivery penalties
Key Specifications
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UAV Category: Drone classified under Drone Rules, 2021 Type Certificate
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Maximum all-up weight: as per drone rules 2021 specification (noted in ATC)
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Flight performance: maximum flight time and maximum distance at max all-up weight
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GCS software: payload operation control included in scope
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Payload: camera and thermal camera housing included
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GCS hardware: compatibility with drone and payload systems
Terms & Conditions
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Option clause allows ±25% quantity adjustment with extended delivery time
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SITC scope includes supply, installation, testing and commissioning
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ATC specifies product match with uploaded tender specification; non-compliance risk
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Delivery and installation at Sr.Section Engineer (Telecom)/Store, Malda, West Bengal
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Documentation requirements include GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, OEM authorizations
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Details to be provided in contract; includes SITC payment terms and potential milestone payments aligned with delivery and commissioning
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period commences after original delivery order; extended period calculated based on quantity variances with minimum 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Penalties to be specified in ATC/contract for delays or non-compliance with SITC requirements
Bidder Eligibility
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Proven capability to supply UAV systems with GCS and payloads
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Experience in SITC of drone systems for government/railway projects
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Compliance with Drone Rules, 2021 Type Certificate and related certifications
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Surveillance Drone / Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (V2) (Q2)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
30
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Maldah
Delivery Pincodes
732102
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shashi Kumar | 732102,DRM Building Malda | Maldah | West Bengal | 732102 | 1 | 30 | - |
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-9620285.pdf
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CATALOG-Specification-1
CATALOG Specification
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
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Technical Specifications
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Item #1 Details
View Catalog| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Included in Scope of Supply | UAV Bird (Drone) | Yes |
| Included in Scope of Supply | Ground Control Station (GCS) - Software (Hint: GCS to include payload operation control) | Yes |
| Included in Scope of Supply | GCS Compatible Hardware | Yes |
| UAV Bird Classification | Category of drone (as per Type Certificate in Drone rules, 2021) | Rotorcraft |
| UAV Bird Classification | Sub-category of drone (as per Type Certificate in Drone rules, 2021) | Remotely Piloted aircraft System |
| UAV Bird Classification | Classification of Drones (based on maximum all-up weight defined in drone rules, 2021) | Nano (Weighing Less than or equal to 250 grams) |
| UAV Bird - Performance | Maximum All-up weight (Hint: Lower value in each range is not included) | 200 - 225 grams, 225 - 250 grams Or higher |
| UAV Bird - Performance | Maximum Flight Time at Maximum all-up weight (In minutes) (Hint: Lower value in each range is not included) | 15 - 25, 25 - 35, 35 - 45, 45 - 55, 55 - 65, 65 - 75, 75 - 85, 85 - 95, 95 - 105, 105 - 115, 115 - 125, 125 - 135, 135 - 145, 145 - 155, 155 - 165, 165 - 175, 175 - 185, 185 - 195, 195 - 205, 205 - 215, 215 - 225, 225 - 235, 235 - 245, 245 - 255, 255 - 265, 265 - 275, 275 - 285, 285 - 295, 295 - 305, 305 - 315, 315 - 325, 325 - 335, 335 - 345, 345 - 355, 355 - 365 Or higher |
| UAV Bird - Performance | Maximum Flight Distance at Max All-up weight (In metres) (Hint: Distance between Take Off Point to farthest point on a one way distance | Lower value in each range is not included) | 800 - 900, 900 - 1000, 1000 - 1100, 1100 - 1200, 1200 - 1300, 1300 - 1400, 1400 - 1500, 1500 - 1600, 1600 - 1700, 1700 - 1800, 1800 - 1900, 1900 - 2000, 2000 - 2500, 2500 - 3000, 3000 - 3500, 3500 - 4000, 4000 - 4500, 4500 - 5000, 5000 - 5500, 5500 - 6000, 6000 - 6500, 6500 - 7000, 7000 - 7500, 7500 - 8000, 8000 - 8500, 8500 - 9000, 9000 - 9500, 9500 - 10000, 10000 - 10500, 10500 - 11000, 11000 - 11500 Or higher |
| GCS Compatible Hardware | GCS Compatible Hardware included in the scope of supply | Joystick |
| Surveillance Payload | Availability of camera in payload housing | Yes |
| Surveillance Payload | Availability of Thermal Camera in payload housing | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How to bid for the UAV drone tender in Malda 2026?
Bidders must register with Eastern Railway, submit SITC proposal for UAV drone, GCS software and hardware, and comply with ATC. Include OEM authorizations, GST, PAN, experience certificates, and EMD as specified in Terms. Ensure product matches the uploaded ATC and drone rules 2021 Type Certificate.
What documents are required for the drone procurement bid in West Bengal?
Prepare GST certificate, PAN card, experience certificates for UAV deployments, financial statements, EMD/security deposit documents, technical bid, OEM authorizations, and any drone-type certification proof. Ensure documents align with the Terms and ATC uploaded by Eastern Railway.
What are the technical standards for UAVs in this tender?
The UAV must comply with Drone Rules, 2021 Type Certificate requirements, including maximum all-up weight and flight performance parameters. The GCS software must support payload operation control and integrate with GCS hardware listed in the scope.
When is the delivery window and option clause for quantity changes?
The option clause allows +/- 25% quantity changes during contract. Delivery timing follows the original delivery period, with extended time calculated as (Additional/Original) × Original period, minimum 30 days, and adjusted as per contract terms.
What is included in the SITC scope for the Eastern Railway tender?
Scope includes Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of UAV system, Ground Control Station software, compatible hardware, and surveillance payloads (camera and thermal camera housing). Bid price must cover all components and services for SITC.
What are the key eligibility criteria for bidders?
Bidders must show successful UAV system supply experience, ability to deliver with GCS and payloads, and compliance with Drone Rules, 2021 Type Certificate. Additional requirements include OEM authorizations and prior railway/government project experience.
What are the penalties for delays in this UAV procurement?
Penalties will be defined in the ATC/contract with liquidated damages for delays, aligned to delivery and commissioning milestones. Ensure timely delivery schedules match the original delivery period to minimize LD risk and maintain conformity with the option clause.
How to verify ATC compliance for the drone equipment?
Compare offered UAV and GCS against uploaded ATC documents; ensure the drone type, weight class, camera/thermal payload and GCS capabilities match. Any mismatch could lead to rejection; verify with the provided Type Certificate details and software integration requirements.
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-9620285.pdf
Main Document
CATALOG-Specification-1
CATALOG Specification
Other Documents
OTHER
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS