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CCDT/602 Nano Unmanned Air Systems Experimentation Programme Spiral 5

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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TenderUpdate

28 Jul 2022 at 15:33

Award

06 Jul 2022 at 16:26

Award

17 Jun 2022 at 15:48

Award

17 Jun 2022 at 15:08

Tender

02 Nov 2021 at 22:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking suppliers for the CCDT/602 Nano Unmanned Air Systems Experimentation Programme Spiral 5, which is in the tendering stage. This procurement focuses on goods in the industry category of unmanned aerial vehicles, specifically requiring sub-4kg, beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) nano UAS systems for infantry use. The call for tenders highlights the necessity for highly autonomous systems and is set to support military operations. Key dates include the tender period, which has ended, and all submissions must have adhered to relevant deadlines.

This procurement opportunity presents substantial potential for businesses in the aerospace and defence sectors, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering innovative unmanned aerial solutions. Companies specialising in the design, manufacturing, and integration of autonomous systems, as well as those focused on advanced technology for military applications, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender may foster partnerships and enhance market positioning within a growing sector, especially for suppliers looking to expand their footprint in public defence contracts.

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Notice Title

CCDT/602 Nano Unmanned Air Systems Experimentation Programme Spiral 5

Notice Description

Spiral 5 of the Nano Unmanned Air Systems Experimentation Programme required the supply of sub-4kg, BVLOS, highly autonomous nano UAS systems capable of being used by infantry units.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Procurement of Nano Unmanned Air Systems to support experimentation as part of Spiral 5 of the Nano Unmanned Air Systems Experimentation Programme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02f2cb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020688-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£7,093,696 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Toby Love, Toby Love#1261, attn: Toby Love
Contact Email
toby.love103@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7929175160

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
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

COPTRZ

ELBIT SYSTEMS

MARLBOROUGH COMMUNICATIONS

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