Tender

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION DCTO D4 Autonomous MASS systems and VTE Framework.

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

29 Sep 2025 at 12:31

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking information through an active tender titled "REQUEST FOR INFORMATION DCTO D4 Autonomous MASS systems and VTE Framework." This procurement process, published on 29th September 2025, falls under the industry category of services, specifically focusing on the test and evaluation of military vehicles and warships. The tender is associated with several geographic areas, including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, and British Oversea Territories. The process is in the tender stage, with a deadline set for 13th October 2025, at 16:00 BST. The procurement method is specified as a Request for Information, allowing the Ministry to gather insights and assess potential solutions before proceeding to further procurement stages.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for organisations experienced in military vehicle and warship evaluation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, suggesting a preference for innovative, flexible, and potentially cost-effective solutions from diverse suppliers. Businesses with relevant expertise in defence technology, autonomous systems, or related test and evaluation services will find this an excellent opportunity to engage with the Ministry of Defence, potentially leading to future contractual opportunities in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION DCTO D4 Autonomous MASS systems and VTE Framework.

Notice Description

Please see attached document

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3e12faf9-e817-44ea-9c13-31ee880dc085
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98a75ba4-66e5-4b6d-aeaf-c17ff973adee
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - N/A - Request for information
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73433000 - Test and evaluation of military vehicles

73434000 - Test and evaluation of warships

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Oct 2025 - 14 Oct 2025 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Further Information

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