Tender

YPO - 001148 Drones and Associated Services

YPO

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Tender

30 Sep 2025 at 15:08

Tender

05 Jan 2023 at 08:36

Summary of the contracting process

The YPO is seeking suppliers for a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of drones and associated services, integral to public sector organisations, including YPO's internal and subsidiary needs. The procurement process, currently in the tender stage, was initiated on 5th January 2023. The DPS will operate from 6th March 2023 until 5th March 2027, with a potential maximum extension to 5th March 2033, contingent on annual reviews and performance. The procurement method is selective, under a restricted procedure, and is classified under the 'Unmanned Aerial Vehicles' category for goods. The opportunity is based in England, with a contract value reaching up to £500 million. Tender submissions need to conclude by 4th July 2027.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the technology and aviation sectors, particularly those specialising in unmanned aerial systems and associated services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are encouraged to participate. The significant contract value and span, including potential extensions, offer long-term engagement potential and the opportunity to partner with public sector entities. This could foster business growth through innovation and scaling capabilities in a growing market segment.

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Notice Title

YPO - 001148 Drones and Associated Services

Notice Description

YPO are looking for Suppliers to be appointed onto a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of Drones and Associated Drone Services. The DPS is designed to meet the needs of all public sector organisations which includes YPO's internal requirements and any of YPO's wholly owned associated or subsidiary companies. The DPS will cover the period from 6th March 2023 to 5th March 2027.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-707be233-6d6b-4102-a8b5-bc974b81bf20
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29306d17-4e79-4ccc-99b4-1042a43ccf61
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£500,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jul 20272 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jul 2027 - 6 Jul 2027 30 days
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
YPO
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF2 0XE
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wrenthorpe and Outwood West
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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