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Spielberg

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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14 Nov 2025 at 09:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has successfully completed a procurement process for the "Spielberg" project, focusing on drone proximity training, categorised under military research and technology in London, United Kingdom. This tender was part of a direct procurement method via a single tender action, below threshold, and has moved to the award stage with the contract period running from 20th October 2025 to 31st March 2026. The tender value amounts to £480,000, with a minimum stipulated at £400,000. It is particularly aimed at benefiting SMEs, although the project is now in its award phase, originally intended for competitive submission until 30th September 2025.

This tender presents a substantial growth opportunity for businesses specialising in military technology and research, particularly those capable of contributing innovative solutions for drone training. SMEs, like the awarded supplier Aether Aerospace, which stands out for its expertise in aerospace advancements, could leverage such contracts to expand their influence in the defence sector. Companies aiming to enter this domain will benefit from a strong portfolio in government contracts, with an emphasis on technological innovation and logistics in proximity training regimens.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Spielberg

Notice Description

Drone Proximity Training

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-02aeb872-43fa-4cef-8ae4-90091a9b945e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ae7877b-fbbc-41bc-a5db-8f9c55bd21f8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73410000 - Military research and technology

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£480,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
19 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HB
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AETHER AEROSPACE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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