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The Rapid Innovation Cell (RIC), - UK MoD Open Architecture and Testing Approach for C-sUAS (Counter-Drone) Systems

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, ISTAR, JOINT SENSOR AND ENGAGEMENT NETWORKS TEAM (JSENS)

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Tender

22 Aug 2020 at 08:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence's ISTAR, Joint Sensor and Engagement Networks Team (JSENS) is conducting a tender titled "The Rapid Innovation Cell (RIC), - UK MoD Open Architecture and Testing Approach for C-sUAS (Counter-Drone) Systems". This procurement falls under the services category within the sensor industry and will take place in Bristol, South West England. Currently in the Tender stage, the tender was published on 22nd August 2020, with submissions due by 1st October 2020. The contract is set to commence on the same day and will remain active until 1st April 2021.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the development or supply of counter-drone technologies, particularly those offering static, land-based integrated systems or passive RF detection sensors. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in sensor technologies and systems engineering would be particularly suited to compete for this opportunity. By participating in the RIC's Test Cycles, successful suppliers can enhance their visibility in the Defence sector and contribute to the ongoing evolution of counter-drone capabilities.

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Notice Title

The Rapid Innovation Cell (RIC), - UK MoD Open Architecture and Testing Approach for C-sUAS (Counter-Drone) Systems

Notice Description

UK MoD Open Architecture and Testing Approach for C-sUAS. The misuse of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) represents a significant and growing risk to operations and day-to-day Defence activity both in the UK and overseas. The Rapid Innovation Cell (RIC), endorsed by the Military Capability Board, has been established as part of the UAS Capability Development Centre (UASCDC) to test and evaluate (T&E) mature C-sUAS capabilities and generate a managed Defence database of available capabilities. Through a regular programme of T&E events, the RIC will establish the efficacy of commercially available capabilities. It will also increase broader awareness of the C-sUAS market and support a more agile method of delivering capability to the front line. To prevent capability gaps and ensure interoperability, it is intended that Defence C-sUAS systems will use the 'SAPIENT' open architecture. This will also ensure that our systems can evolve at the component level enabling the spiral development of capability. C-sUAS Pre-Procurement Testing Approach The RIC has established a series of Test Cycles. Each Test Cycle will focus on a particular subset of C-sUAS systems. Test Cycles will be scheduled for every six months, nominally in the autumn and spring of each year. At the start of each Test Cycle, a four-week application window will be opened for potential suppliers to put forward their mature products for testing via an online product questionnaire. * Test Cycle #1, planned for autumn 2020, will focus on two types of system: 1. static, land-based, integrated C-sUAS systems (consisting of a minimum two types of sensors and an RF jammer, integrated with C2) 2. static, land-based, passive RF detection sensors * Test Cycle #2, planned for spring 2021, will focus on static, land-based, Cyber Effectors, that can effect a drone's mission. The RIC maintains a register of potential C-sUAS suppliers. All potential suppliers registered with the RIC will receive access to a UK C-sUAS Defence Portal containing information about the testing approach and the interface specification. The online product questionnaire will be hosted on the UK C-sUAS Defence Portal and will be the only way to apply for testing with the RIC. Hence, potential suppliers are advised to register with the RIC to ensure timely access to information and application windows. Please use the following web address to register with the RIC: https://uascdc.com/industry/open-supplier-register.aspx Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Bristol: Sensors.'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c0a6d100-22cd-4680-8307-304d2570e2dc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c65d28d-d86c-44ba-bd63-310efa7937e0
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35125100 - Sensors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Aug 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2020 - 1 Apr 2021 6-12 months
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, ISTAR, JOINT SENSOR AND ENGAGEMENT NETWORKS TEAM (JSENS)
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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

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