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711615450 - Allied Underwater Battlespace Mission Network Challenge

Ministry of Defence

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18 Sep 2025 at 11:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a significant contract titled "Allied Underwater Battlespace Mission Network Challenge," focusing on military research and technology services. This contracting process is in the award stage, having been finalised on 22nd August 2025. The procurement, identified by ID 711615450, is part of a strategic effort to enhance interoperability between uncrewed and crewed vehicles via a Reference Architecture for the Underwater Battle Space Mission Network. Based in Portsmouth, UK, the process adopted a selective method of procurement, described as 'Negotiated with publication of a contract notice'. The contract, valued at EUR 11,820,000, spans 360 days, reflecting the complexity and scale of the project within the defence sector.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in military research, technology, and prototyping services. Companies with expertise in defence systems, particularly those familiar with NATO/EU complex programmes, are well-suited to compete, leveraging their technical capabilities and previous experience. The contract's emphasis on security considerations and financial viability further positions it as an attractive opportunity for firms able to meet stringent defence and security demands, potentially leading to long-term partnerships with the Ministry of Defence. The partner in this contract is Saab Kockums, indicating the level of expertise and sophistication expected from participants. Businesses with innovative solutions and a strategic approach to military network challenges could achieve significant growth and industry recognition through participation in similar tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

711615450 - Allied Underwater Battlespace Mission Network Challenge

Notice Description

This contract will deliver Phase 1 of the AUWB-MN Industry Challenge, where the outcome will be a Reference Architecture for the Underwater Battle Space Mission Network, to enable interoperability between uncrewed and crewed vehicles.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059cfa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057644-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated with publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

72244000 - Prototyping services

73410000 - Military research and technology

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£11,820,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Aug 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Not Specified
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

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
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EU
Postcode Area
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Saab Kockums

Further Information

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