Indian Army UAV Drone with Customized Payload Tender Jamnagar Gujarat 2026 – Type Certificate 2021, Industrial License
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Key Highlights
- • Brand/OEM requirements: Any specified drone brand or OEM authorizations in terms
- • Technical certifications: Type Certificate under Drone Rules 2021, IS/ISO alignment if stated
- • Special clauses: 25% quantity option, extended delivery time formula with minimum 30 days
- • Eligibility criteria: three-year turnover criteria, audited financials or CA certificate
- • Warranty/AMC: not explicitly stated; reference to penalties and installation terms
- • Delivery/Installation: Jamnagar, Gujarat address with on-site commissioning conditions
- • Penalty/Performance bonds: to be governed by buyer ATC and contract terms
- • Delivery scope: UAV Bird, Ground Control Station software, compatible hardware
Tender Overview
Organization: Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) seeks procurement of a UAV Bird (Drone) with a Ground Control Station (GCS) software and GCS compatible hardware for operation and payload control. Estimated value is ₹500,000.00 with delivery to Jamnagar, Gujarat. Scope includes UAV, GCS, hardware, and compliance with drone rules (2021) Type Certificate, including classification by maximum all-up weight, flight time, wind resistance, and range. A mandatory industrial license from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry is required. The bid supports option quantity adjustments up to ±25%, with delivery extension rules and conditions. Unique delivery address is provided at Jamnagar, with installation and commissioning as applicable. This tender emphasizes regulatory compliance and integration of payload operation control within the GCS.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product Category: UAV Bird (Drone) with Maximum All-up Weight per Drone Rules, 2021; classification by Type Certificate; sub-category and category aligned to regulatory framework.
- Performance Metrics: specify Maximum flight time (minutes), Maximum wind resistance (km/hr), and Maximum flight distance (metres) at full weight.
- Ground Control Station (GCS): Software including payload operation control; compatible hardware included in scope.
- Approvals: Availability of Industrial License issued under Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951.
- Delivery Scope: Includes installation and commissioning as applicable; delivery at Jamnagar address per ATC.
- EMD/Financials: ₹0 stated; turnover criteria apply; three-year average turnover requirement defined in bid document.
- Miscellaneous: 25% quantity option, delivery timeline considerations, and supplier documentation requirements.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: Not explicitly stated; ensure compliance with turnover and licensing conditions.
- Experience/Turnover: Minimum average annual turnover over last 3 years per bid document; audited statements or CA certificate necessary.
- Delivery: Delivery terms linked to original order, with extension rules as per option clause; minimum 30 days for extended delivery.
- Documents: PAN, GSTIN, canceled cheque, EFT mandate; vendor code creation and associated bid submission required.
- Licenses: Industrial License mandatory; government-endorsed approvals required for import/export and drone operations.
- Penalties: Clause-based delivery and performance penalties apply per ATC if applicable.
Key Specifications
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UAV Bird: maximum all-up weight per drone per Drone Rules, 2021
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Classification: Type Certificate compliance
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Flight metrics: maximum flight time, wind resistance, distance at max weight
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GCS: integrated payload operation control software
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GCS hardware: hardware compatible with GCS software
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Industrial License: MID/MOCI approval under Industries Act
Terms & Conditions
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Option clause allows ±25% quantity variation with extended delivery calculations
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Delivery and installation location specified as Jamnagar, Gujarat
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Mandatory documents include PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Not explicitly provided; follow standard government terms and ATC guidance
Delivery Schedule
Delivery to Jamnagar; extended delivery time calculated as (Increase/Original) × Original period, min 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Penalties/LD as per ATC for late delivery or non-compliance with specifications
Bidder Eligibility
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Minimum average turnover as specified in bid document (last 3 years)
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Industrial license availability for drone systems
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GST and PAN compliance with bid submission
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
30 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
50% Lowest Priced Technically Qualified Bidders
Tech Clarification Time
3 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
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
OEM Avg. Turnover
3
Past Performance
50 %
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
Drone or Unmanned Aerial Vehicle with Customized Payload (Defence Forces - Navy, Army and Air Force) (Q2)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
13
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
180
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Jamnagar
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Jamnagar | Jamnagar | - | - | 1 | 180 | - |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9551825.pdf
Main Document
GeM Category Specification
GEM_CATEGORY_SPECIFICATION
Other Documents
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Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
2
Corrigendum Updates
3 Updates Update
Extended Deadline
14-Aug-2026, 7:30 am
Opening Date
14-Aug-2026, 8:00 am
Update
Extended Deadline
04-Aug-2026, 7:30 am
Opening Date
04-Aug-2026, 8:00 am
Update
Extended Deadline
25-Jul-2026, 7:30 am
Opening Date
25-Jul-2026, 8:00 am
Required Documents
PAN Card copy
GSTIN copy
Cancelled cheque copy
EFT mandate certified by bank
Audited Balance Sheets / CA certificate for turnover
Industrial License proof (DPI/DPII under I(D) Act)
OEM authorizations (if any) and technical compliance certificates
Vendor code creation documents
Technical Specifications
1 Item
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) | Aeroplane, Rotorcraft, Hybrid Unmanned Aircraft System |
| UAV Bird Classification | Sub-category of drone (as per Type Certificate in Drone rules, 2021) | Remotely Piloted aircraft System, Model Remotely Piloted Aircraft System, Autonomous Unmanned 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), Micro (Weighing more than 250 grams, but less than or equal to 2 kilograms), Small (weighing more than 2 kilograms, but less than or equal to 25 kilograms), Medium (weighing more than 25 kilograms, but less than or equal to 150 kilograms), Large (weighing more than 150 kilograms) |
| UAV Bird - Performance | Maximum All-up weight (Hint: Lower value in each range is not included) | 100 - 125 grams, 125 - 150 grams, 150 - 175 grams, 175 - 200 grams, 200 - 225 grams, 225 - 250 grams, 250 - 375 grams, 375 - 500 grams, 500 - 625 grams, 625 - 750 grams, 750 - 875 grams, 875 - 1000 grams, 1000 - 1125 grams, 1125 - 1250 grams, 1250 - 1375 grams, 1375 - 1500 grams, 1500 - 1625 grams, 1625 - 1750 grams, 1750 - 1875 grams, 1875 - 2000 grams, 2 - 3 kg, 3 - 4 kg, 4 - 5 kg, 5 - 6 kg, 6 - 7 kg, 7 - 8 kg, 8 - 9 kg, 9 - 10 kg, 10 - 11 kg, 11 - 12 kg, 12 - 13 kg, 13 - 14 kg, 14 - 15 kg, 15 - 16 kg, 16 - 17 kg, 17 - 18 kg, 18 - 19 kg, 19 - 20 kg, 20 - 21 kg, 21 - 22 kg, 22 - 23 kg, 23 - 24 kg, 24 - 25 kg, 25 - 30 kg, 30 - 35 kg, 35 - 40 kg, 40 - 45 kg, 45 - 50 kg, 50 - 55 kg, 55 - 60 kg, 60 - 65 kg, 65 - 70 kg, 70 - 75 kg, 75 - 80 kg, 80 - 85 kg, 85 - 90 kg, 90 - 95 kg, 95 - 100 kg, 100 - 105 kg, 105 - 110 kg, 110 - 115 kg, 115 - 120 kg, 120 - 125 kg, 125 - 130 kg, 130 - 135 kg, 135 - 140 kg, 140 - 145 kg, 145 - 150 kg, 150 - 160 kg, 160 - 170 kg, 170 - 180 kg, 180 - 190 kg, 190 - 200 kg, 200 - 210 kg, 210 - 220 kg, 220 - 230 kg, 230 - 240 kg, 240 - 250 kg, 250 - 260 kg, 260 - 270 kg, 270 - 280 kg, 280 - 290 kg, 290 - 300 kg, 300 - 310 kg, 310 - 320 kg, 320 - 330 kg, 330 - 340 kg, 340 - 350 kg, 350 - 360 kg, 360 - 370 kg, 370 - 380 kg, 380 - 390 kg, 390 - 400 kg, 400 - 410 kg, 410 - 420 kg, 420 - 430 kg, 430 - 440 kg, 440 - 450 kg, 450 - 460 kg, 460 - 470 kg, 470 - 480 kg, 480 - 490 kg, 490 - 500 kg Or higher |
| UAV Bird - Performance | Maximum Flight Time at Maximum all-up weight (In minutes) (Hint: Lower value in each range is not included) | 55 - 65 Or higher |
| UAV Bird - Performance | Maximum Wind Resistance ( In km/hr) against which the UAV can operate without degradation in performance (Hint: Lower value in each range is not included) | 15 - 20, 40 - 45 |
| 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) | 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, 11500 - 12000, 12000 - 12500, 12500 - 13000, 13000 - 13500, 13500 - 14000, 14000 - 14500, 14500 - 15000, 15000 - 15500, 15500 - 16000, 16000 - 16500, 16500 - 17000, 17000 - 17500, 17500 - 18000, 18000 - 18500, 18500 - 19000, 19000 - 20000, 20000 - 20500, 20500 - 21000, 21000 - 21500, 21500 - 22000, 22000 - 22500, 22500 - 23000, 23000 - 23500, 23500 - 24000, 24000 - 24500, 24500 - 25000 Or higher |
| GCS Compatible Hardware | GCS Compatible Hardware included in the scope of supply | Tablet / Smartphone |
| Approvals and Certifications | Availability of Industrial License, issued by Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion, under Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951 | No |
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about GUJARAT tender market
How to bid for the UAV drone tender in Jamnagar Gujarat 2026?
Bidders must meet turnover and licensing criteria, submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, and provide industrial license proof. Ensure drone rules 2021 Type Certificate compliance, GCS software and compatible hardware, and calculate delivery under the option clause with 30-day minimum extension. Prepare technical documentation for payload control integration.
What documents are required for UAV procurement in Jamnagar?
Submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, audited financials or CA certificate for turnover, proof of Industrial License, OEM authorizations if applicable, and vendor code creation documents. Include technical compliance certificates and installation capability statements for on-site commissioning.
What standards govern the UAV with customized payload tender in India?
Tenders require compliance with Drone Rules 2021 Type Certificate classification, maximum all-up weight limits, flight time, wind resistance, and range. An Industrial License from DIPP is mandatory. Ground Control Station software must support payload operation control and be compatible with GCS hardware.
When is delivery expected for Jamnagar drone procurement?
Delivery terms align with the original delivery order; option clause allows up to 25% quantity change with extended time calculated as (increase/original) × original period, minimum 30 days, and delivery to Jamnagar addresses.
What is the eligibility turnover requirement for this UAV tender?
Bidders must show the minimum average annual turnover over the last three financial years as specified in the bid document, supported by audited statements or CA certificates. If the company is under three years old, turnover is calculated from the date of incorporation.
What are the Ground Control Station (GCS) requirements for this tender?
GCS scope includes software with payload operation control and GCS-compatible hardware included in supply. Ensure interoperability with UAV Bird and compliance with Type Certificate and drone rules 2021 while meeting industrial license requirements.
What installation conditions are specified for Jamnagar delivery?
Installation and commissioning, if covered, must occur at the Jamnagar address: 104 AD REGT, SOMNATH GATE, NEAR PAWAN CHAKKI, JAMNAGAR 361005. Coordinate with local arrangements and ensure all required equipment is functional before acceptance.