Indian Army Surveillance Drone Tender KACHCHH Gujarat 2026 – OEM Authorized, EMD ₹90,000, Est. ₹18 Lakh
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Tender Overview
This procurement by the Indian Army (Department of Military Affairs) targets a Surveillance Drone / Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (V2) for deployment in KACHCHH, Gujarat. The estimated contract value is ₹1,800,000 with an EMD of ₹90,000. The tender emphasizes mandatory site visits to discuss detailed product specifications and requires OEM-certified installation and commissioning. The 25% quantity option, exercisable during or after contracting, drives potential scale-up within the same contract terms. A 30+ day minimum delivery framework is implied by the option clause, with delivery timelines anchored to the original delivery period. This opportunity includes vendor-code creation steps and requisite financial documents.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Surveillance Drone / Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (V2) for defence use.
- No technical specifications were published in the available data; however, site visit is mandatory to discuss detailed product requirements.
- Installation, commissioning, testing and training (if applicable) must be performed by OEM or OEM-certified resources or OEM-authorised resellers.
- End User Certificate to be provided in the buyer’s standard format if sought by bidders.
- Manufacturer authorization must accompany bids from authorised distributors with complete OEM details.
- The vendor must account for site-specific conditions at the consignee premises during installation planning.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Option Clause permits quantity variation up to 25% at contract placement and during the currency of the contract, with delivery extensions calculated as (increased quantity / original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
- Required documents for vendor-code creation include PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, and EFT mandate certified by bank.
- Site visit is mandatory to discuss detailed specifications; costs borne by the bidder.
- OEM authorization or Certificate from the OEM is required when submitting bids through distributors/suppliers.
- End User Certificates and other standard bid documents must be provided as per buyer’s format where applicable.
Key Specifications
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Product: Surveillance Drone / Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (V2) for defence
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Estimated value: ₹1,800,000
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EMD: ₹90,000
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Site visit mandatory; installation by OEM-certified resource
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No published detailed technical specs in data; discuss during site visit
Terms & Conditions
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Quantity may increase by up to 25% during contract and currency
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Delivery period adjustments based on added quantity with minimum 30 days
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End User Certificate provided in buyer’s standard format when required
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OEM authorization required for distributors submitting bids
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Site visit costs borne by bidder
Important Clauses
Option Clause
Buyer may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% at contract and during currency; delivery period adjusted accordingly with minimum 30 days.
Site Visit
Mandatory site visit to discuss detailed specifications; bidder bears visit costs; entry conditions indemnify buyer/consignee against liabilities.
OEM Authorization
Bids from authorised distributors require OEM authorization with full contact details.
Bidder Eligibility
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Demonstrated experience in supplying UAVs/defense electronics to government or military entities
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Valid PAN and GST registrations
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Financial capability to deploy a contract worth ₹1.8 million
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Compliance with OEM-authorized installation and training requirements
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
2
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
3 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Past Performance
30 %
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Surveillance Drone / Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (V2) (Defence Forces - Navy, Army and Air Force) (Q2)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
0.05%
ePBG Duration (Months)
12
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
90
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Kachchh
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Kachchh | Kachchh | - | - | 2 | 90 | - |
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-9865679.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
OTHER
Other Documents
OTHER
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
2
Required Documents
PAN Card
GSTIN
Cancelled Cheque
EFT Mandate certified by Bank
End User Certificate (Buyer format if requested)
Manufacturer Authorization from OEM (with name, designation, address, email, phone)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about GUJARAT tender market
How to bid in the Indian Army drone tender in KACHCHH Gujarat 2026
Bidders must submit PAN, GST,Cancelled Cheque, and EFT mandate; provide OEM authorization if bidding through distributors; participate in mandatory site visit; ensure installation by OEM-certified personnel; comply with End User Certificate format where required. The contract value is ₹1.8 million with EMD ₹90,000.
What documents are required for drone tender in KACHCHH Gujarat
Required documents include PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate certified by bank, End User Certificate in buyer format if requested, and Manufacturer Authorization from the OEM detailing contact information; these accompany the bid along with technical compliance documents.
What are the delivery terms for the Indian Army UAV contract 2026
Delivery periods permit a minimum 30 days extension when quantity increases up to 25% under the option clause; delivery is calculated from the last date of the original delivery order, with possible extensions during contract currency.
What standards or OEM requirements apply to the UAV procurement
Installations must be performed by OEM-certified personnel or OEM-authorised resellers; OEM authorization is mandatory for distributors; End User Certificate is required in the buyer’s format; site visits are mandatory to discuss detailed product specifications.
How much is the EMD for the drone tender in Gujarat
The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is ₹90,000. Bidders should submit the EMD as specified in the tender terms, alongside PAN and GST documents, to participate in the bidding process.
What is the estimated contract value for the drone procurement
The tender targets an estimated contract value of ₹1,800,000 for the surveillance drone procurement, with a potential 25% quantity variation under the option clause.
What is required for site visit in the UAV tender
Site visit is mandatory; bidders must explore installation conditions; costs are borne by the bidder; entry is allowed under buyer’s conditions, and bidder indemnifies the buyer/consignee for liabilities arising from the visit.
What documents prove eligibility for OEM authorization in this tender
Submit Manufacturer Authorization with OEM details (name, designation, address, email, phone) and ensure the bid from an authorised distributor is supported by an OEM certificate; this confirms eligibility and aligns with installation and training requirements.