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ProcurementBuying drones for government: a simpler route through GeM
Government buyers must follow procurement rules and also find a drone that meets the actual mission.
How can government departments buy drones?
Writing a drone requirement can be hard if you haven't bought one before. A vague specification can bring you the wrong aircraft, even when the process is followed correctly.
The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) is the Government of India’s online platform for public procurement. Decouvertes is a Registered OEM on it, which lets buyers deal with us as the manufacturer.
Your organisation’s procurement rules still decide the route and process. Your finance or procurement team should confirm what applies to you.
Signs you have this problem
- You need drones but have no written specification
- You have received offers that are hard to compare
- Your organisation prefers or requires indigenous products
- You want a demonstration before deciding
What to look for
- A manufacturer you can question directly
- Figures stated for clear conditions
- A live demonstration
- Training, spares and support included in the plan
The main causes
Unclear specifications
Requirements may be copied from elsewhere, not written for the mission.
Too many intermediaries
Resellers may not be able to answer technical questions.
Hard to compare
Figures are not always measured the same way.
Before and after
How to solve it, step by step
- 1
Define
Write down the mission, area, endurance and payload.
- 2
Consult
Discuss specifications and arrange a demonstration.
- 3
Procure
Follow your procurement process, including GeM.
- 4
Train
Plan operator training and support at the start.
Common questions
Is Decouvertes on GeM?
Yes. Decouvertes Future Tech is a Registered OEM on the Government e-Marketplace.
Can we see a demonstration first?
Yes. Contact us to discuss a demonstration for your requirement.
What should a drone requirement include?
The mission, area, endurance, payload, operating conditions, training and support. Avoid copying figures unrelated to your use.
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