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Flexible Tactical Uncrewed Air System (FTUAS) - Navy UCR

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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24 Apr 2023 at 10:09

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the provision of a number of Uncrewed Air Systems (UAS) under a Military Owned Military Operated (MOMO) arrangement to be integrated onto a Naval Warship. The contract, titled "Flexible Tactical Uncrewed Air System (FTUAS) - Navy UCR", falls under the industry category of unmanned aerial vehicles. The procurement method used was a selective competitive procedure with negotiation. The contract period spans from November 29, 2022, to July 31, 2026, with a total contract value of £16,603,402. The tender period ended on July 22, 2022.

This contract opportunity to provide FTUAS to the Royal Navy creates business growth prospects, particularly for large-scale companies with expertise in unmanned aerial vehicle systems. Given the specialised nature of the requirement to FIND, FIX, TRACK, and ASSESS vessels, businesses with experience in maritime surveillance technology and defence solutions would be well-suited to compete. The contract presents a significant opportunity for suppliers looking to collaborate with the Ministry of Defence and enhance their portfolio within the defence industry.

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Notice Title

Flexible Tactical Uncrewed Air System (FTUAS) - Navy UCR

Notice Description

The requirement is for the provision of a number of Uncrewed Air Systems (UAS) and ancillaries under a Military Owned Military Operated (MOMO) arrangement to be delivered to the Royal Navy (RN) and Integrated onto a Naval Warship, to provide the RN with a Flexible Tactical Uncrewed Air System (FTUAS) Urgent Capability Requirement (UCR) for RN forward presence shipping to counter Crewed and Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs) in an operational theatre. The requirement will also require the Contractor to provide a FTUAS system at a UK Royal Navy Air Station, technical information, through life support, as well as the provision of training for operators and maintainers. The requirement is for a capability to FIND, FIX, TRACK and ASSESS Fast Inshore Attack Craft, Crewed and Uncrewed, operating alone, in large numbers. It is anticipated that the solution will permanently embark on a Naval Warship to provide a persistent, intimate, integrated and assured capability. The ability to operate at sufficient range from its parent ship to facilitate timely decision making is anticipated as is the need for a Maritime Surface Surveillance Radar to satisfactorily deliver "FIND".

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3f6b7647-8608-4c74-a82b-cd6493ec9017
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a14da58d-b1e3-445d-828d-66046be4a839
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35613000 - Unmanned aerial vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,603,402 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£16,603,402 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Nov 20223 years ago
Contract Period
29 Nov 2022 - 31 Jul 2026 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THALES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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