Planning

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - PROJECT HORUS

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

19 Mar 2026 at 09:58

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking early engagement for "REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - PROJECT HORUS," a project focusing on air defence radar capabilities within the maritime sector. The procurement process is in the planning stage, with a significant milestone marked as the engagement end date on 31st March 2026. Located in Portsmouth, South East, United Kingdom, this initiative invites responses that can bolster air search capabilities for maritime platforms to detect and report airborne threats, including unmanned aerial systems and cruise missiles. The industry classification falls under air defence radar, and interested parties must submit their responses via the contact point provided by 31st March 2026.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in air defence technology. Businesses capable of providing innovative solutions to enhance detection, tracking, and identification of airborne threats at sea are well-suited to compete. The Ministry of Defence prioritises rapid procurement and seeks persistent solutions, making it ideal for companies that are agile and possess advanced technological capabilities. Engaging in this process could significantly bolster a company's profile in the defence sector and create pathways for future collaboration and expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - PROJECT HORUS

Notice Description

The Royal Navy requires a rapidly procured and persistent air search capability, suitable for maritime platforms to host on board to detect, track, identify, and report airborne threats. This covers UAS, FGA/FBA and cruise missiles.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43567236-d461-4242-a8a2-073fa1c9b9f1
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35723000 - Air defence radar

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO2 8BY
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

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