Tender

RFI0064 - RN CONCEPT CARDS - UPDATED

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

19 Feb 2026 at 08:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has initiated a tender process titled "RFI0064 - RN CONCEPT CARDS - UPDATED," focusing on military research and technology in the South East region of the United Kingdom. This tender, under the procurement method "Other - RFI only," is in the active stage with a published date of 19 February 2026 and a tender period ending on 19 February 2027. Companies interested in competing for this opportunity should note the contract period, which is set to take place on 20 February 2027. The Request for Information (RFI) seeks input via an industry template to be submitted by email, thus offering a structured engagement process for interested parties.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in military research and technology, with a particular invitation for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) to participate. The targeted delivery location in the South East of England provides an advantageous setting for UK-based companies with relevant expertise to expand their presence and foster relationships with the Ministry of Defence. By engaging in this procurement process, businesses have the chance to influence the development of cutting-edge concepts that could shape future military technologies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFI0064 - RN CONCEPT CARDS - UPDATED

Notice Description

RN Concept cards. please complete the industry template provided and email to navycomrcl-rfi@mod.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f024f03-94c3-4cd5-ba4c-8eacfb381fbc
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - RFI only
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

73410000 - Military research and technology

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
19 Feb 202712 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Feb 2027 - 20 Feb 2027 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
Not specified
Contact Email
navycomrcl-rfi@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Further Information

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