Tender

Supply of Passive Deployable Offline Information Systems for FM/TV/GSM Ingestion and Automated Transcription, Translation, and Summarisation

UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED

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Tender

02 Jan 2026 at 10:17

Summary of the contracting process

Unite Procurement UK Limited, a part of Unite Holding SE, is facilitating a tender process on behalf of the Ministry of Defence. They are seeking suppliers to provide passive, deployable offline information systems for FM, TV, and GSM ingestion, along with automated transcription, translation, and summarisation capabilities. This tender falls under the industry category of Software package and information systems, with several subsections including industry-specific and communication software packages. Located in the United Kingdom, this procurement process is currently at the Tender stage. Interested parties should register their interest before the deadline of January 30, 2026, for consideration. The contract period spans from February 1, 2026, to February 1, 2028.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses engaged in software development and information systems, particularly those with capabilities in transcription, translation, and multimedia software solutions. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its suitability criteria. The procurement method is selective, via catalogue purchase, maintaining diversity and competition. Businesses that can provide technical and deployment support, as well as operator training with personnel holding UK Government security clearances, are encouraged to compete. This opportunity allows for businesses to enhance their market presence by fulfilling Ministry of Defence requirements and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations through the Unite Procurement Platform.

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Notice Title

Supply of Passive Deployable Offline Information Systems for FM/TV/GSM Ingestion and Automated Transcription, Translation, and Summarisation

Notice Description

Unite Procurement UK Limited, part of Unite Holding SE, acting on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the provision of passive, deployable, offline information systems capable of ingesting non internet communication feeds including FM, TV, and GSM, and delivering automated transcription, translation, and summarisation. These systems will enable deployed Information Operations personnel to rapidly comprehend emerging operational narratives. The Unite Procurement Platform provides a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector bodies procuring low value, high volume goods and services. We are seeking suppliers able to provide: * Two passive, deployable, offline information systems meeting the capability requirements outlined above * Full technical support, deployment support, and operator training * Personnel holding appropriate UK Government security clearances, including SC, DV, or EDV as required Key Requirements * Supply of new passive deployable information systems able to ingest FM, TV, and GSM communications without internet dependency * Automated transcription, translation, and summarisation capabilities * Ability to provide full support and training with staff holding the required UK Government security clearances * Delivery and setup at multiple UK locations as needed * Compliance with all relevant UK and EU safety, data handling, and environmental regulations * Willingness to transact through the Unite Procurement Platform How to Apply Suppliers should register their interest with Unite Procurement UK Limited and provide details of system capabilities, support and training provision, and evidence of staff security clearances. Further onboarding information for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of interest. Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier. Multiple suppliers may be onboarded to ensure diversity, competition, and flexibility in meeting Ministry of Defence requirements. Suppliers are encouraged to respond before the closing date for early consideration; however, applications to join the platform may be accepted after the initial deadline. Unite Procurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard suppliers on a rolling basis to maintain a dynamic and responsive supplier base. For enquiries and expressions of interest, contact: defence.support@unite.eu with the subject title: TSS 554 Opportunity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-68d7e1df-1470-4b64-b8f0-8a8c7bbd3b1a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f32fecc-0649-4544-863a-cbd57a7b1095
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Catalogue purchase
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48100000 - Industry specific software package

48200000 - Networking, Internet and intranet software package

48300000 - Document creation, drawing, imaging, scheduling and productivity software package

48310000 - Document creation software package

48311000 - Document management software package

48312000 - Electronic publishing software package

48313000 - Optical-character-recognition (OCR) software package

48314000 - Voice recognition software package

48315000 - Desktop-publishing software package

48316000 - Presentation software package

48317000 - Word-processing software package

48318000 - Scanner software package

48319000 - Spell checkers

48320000 - Drawing and imaging software package

48330000 - Scheduling and productivity software package

48400000 - Business transaction and personal business software package

48500000 - Communication and multimedia software package

48600000 - Database and operating software package

48700000 - Software package utilities

48710000 - Backup or recovery software package

48720000 - Bar coding software package

48730000 - Security software package

48740000 - Foreign language translation software package

48750000 - Storage media loading software package

48760000 - Virus protection software package

48770000 - General, compression and print utility software package

48780000 - System, storage and content management software package

48790000 - Version checker software package

48800000 - Information systems and servers

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
defence.support@unite.eu
Contact Phone
07702645234

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2B 5AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

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