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08 Jul 2026 at 08:25

Summary of the contracting process

Unite Procurement UK Limited, part of Unite Holding SE, is conducting a procurement process on behalf of the Ministry of Defence for the supply of Bodyworn Energy Data Loggers. The tender falls under the electronic equipment category with additional focus on telemetry and measurement instruments. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the deadline for expressing interest set for 5 August 2026. This selective procurement method involves a catalogue purchase, with the contract period commencing on 6 August 2026 and running until 6 August 2030. The project, located in the United Kingdom, aims to enhance the measurement and logging of power consumption from soldier-operated systems.

This procurement represents an opportunity for businesses specialising in electronic, telemetry, and measurement equipment to partner with public sector bodies. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply as the procurement is designed to support diverse supplier participation. Companies providing compatible power measurement equipment, especially those adept in connecting systems and data export, stand to benefit by joining the Unite Procurement Platform. The aim is to build a robust, competitive supply base through a dynamic onboarding process that remains open beyond the initial deadline to adapt to changing requirements.

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Notice Title

Supply of Bodyworn Energy Data Logger

Notice Description

Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the Supply of Bodyworn Energy Data Logger. The procurement covers the supply of specialist power measurement equipment designed to accurately measure and log power consumption from soldier-carried and operated systems. Objectives * Purchase of equipment capable of measuring the power usage of operator-carried systems * Continued storage and issue of power loggers to projects, thereby informing overall power demand * Measurement and data processing of power information * Nett Warrior connector compatibility Exclusions * Prolonged data analysis * Equipment updates or upgrades * Adaptors required for non-compatible equipment (responsibility of the system under test) * Operating costs for the equipment (a secondary activity for personnel already engaged in the projects under test) 6. Technical Requirements * Must measure power draw from a battery source to a connected portable system * Must be compatible with Nett Warrior connectors * Must export data at Official classification * Must be supplied with appropriate connectors to interface with standard computers (expected: USB) Acceptance Criteria Upon delivery, a brief trial of each item will be conducted, including monitoring of power used by a representative system, followed by upload of data to a standalone laptop. Successful completion of this trial will constitute acceptance and clearance for use in future activities. Acceptance criteria include successful power measurement recording, accurate data export, and successful data transfer to standard computer systems via USB interface. How to Apply Interested suppliers should register their interest by contacting Unite Procurement UK Limited and provide details of their product range, technical specifications, and delivery capabilities. Further information on the onboarding process for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of interest. Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier for this requirement. Instead, multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite Procurement Platform to ensure a diverse and competitive supply base, supporting flexibility and choice for the Ministry of Defence and associated organisations. Suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by the stated closing date to ensure early consideration. However, applications to join the Unite Procurement Platform will be welcome at any time beyond the initial deadline. Unite Procurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard new suppliers on a rolling basis to meet evolving requirements and to maintain a dynamic and responsive supplier network. For any enquiries and interest, please email defence.support@unite.eu with the subject title TSS 698 Opportunity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-adeb6f21-b1bf-4fa0-b2a3-e9eed9b4433b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7f6811e-5027-41dc-866a-d7de03d29d1a
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

31710000 - Electronic equipment

32441000 - Telemetry equipment

38340000 - Instruments for measuring quantities

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Aug 2026 - 6 Aug 2030 4-5 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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