Planning

Tactical Communications Logistics Support

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Planning

08 Apr 2026 at 09:58

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

03 Sep 2025 at 13:03

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

27 Aug 2025 at 14:16

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Tactical Communications Logistics Support." This tender seeks to provide spares and repairs support alongside stock management services for telecommunications equipment, tactical command, control, and communication systems, as well as storage and warehousing services. The procurement falls under the defence and security sector and will be conducted using a competitive flexible procedure. Located in Bristol, UK, the MoD is engaging with industry partners through early market engagement, including an Expression of Interest (EOI) period concluding on 24 April 2026. The procurement process is scheduled to commence with the publication of further notices by 1 December 2026, with the contract period planned from 27 February 2028 to 26 February 2033, having potential renewals extending to 2035.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in logistics, telecommunications equipment maintenance, and warehousing to collaborate with a central government authority. Companies with expertise in managing complex supply chains and delivering tactical communications solutions will find the MoD's requirements conducive to leveraging their capabilities. By participating in this tender, businesses can enhance their visibility and reputation within the defence sector, leading to further prospects. Engaging early via the EOI ensures suppliers can influence the initial procurement structure, focusing on identifying risks and innovation opportunities prior to the formal competition.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tactical Communications Logistics Support

Notice Description

The Tactical Communications Logistics Support (TCLS) contract will provide spares and repair support and stock management to meet prescribed availability requirements within the available budget. The service provider will monitor spares and repairs requirements through a contractor demand forecast, organise repairs, and recommend future purchases (of spares) for the Authority to authorise.

Planning Information

Early Market Engagement – Expression of Interest (EOI) The Authority is seeking early engagement with industry in relation to an upcoming competition. Suppliers are invited to review the draft Statement of Requirements and provide high level feedback via the accompanying Expression of Interest (EOI) form. The purpose of this EOI is to: • assess the level of genuine market interest in the requirement; • identify any early risks, concerns, or opportunities prior to launching the formal competition; • understand potential cost drivers and delivery models; and • ensure the requirement is structured in a way that supports a fair, open and competitive procurement process. Participation in this EOI is entirely voluntary and will not be used in any pre qualification or down selection process. Responses will be used solely to inform the Authority’s planning and approach to the forthcoming procurement and will not form part of any subsequent evaluation. Submitting an EOI does not commit a supplier to take part in any later stages of the procurement, nor does it provide any preferential treatment or status. The Authority also makes no guarantee that a competition or contract will follow as a result of this exercise. Commercial-in-Confidence. All information provided through the EOI will be treated as Commercial in Confidence. Supplier responses will be stored securely, accessible only to the project and commercial teams supporting this activity. No commercially sensitive information will be shared outside the Authority without the explicit consent of the submitting organisation. Suppliers wishing to participate are invited to complete the EOI via the following link: https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=60958 Responses will close at 1700hrs on 24 April 2026. Any questions or queries relating to this event may be sent to: emma.monteith100@mod.gov.uk and UKStratCom-DD-CM-HW-TS-TCLS@mod.gov.uk The Authority thanks you in advance for your engagement and looks forward to receiving your input.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058eb4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031805-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

35712000 - Tactical command, control and communication systems

50330000 - Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment

63120000 - Storage and warehousing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£550,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 20268 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Feb 2028 - 26 Feb 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
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
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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