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Drones from ARIS funding

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24 Nov 2025 at 09:43

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated by the Home Office, a central government authority in the United Kingdom, located at 2 Marsham Street, London. This contracting process involves the procurement of drones through ARIS funding, specifically the Parrot Anafi USA SE model, to enhance covert drone capabilities within the OSU. The procurement, valued at £16,953.23 including VAT, falls under the 'goods' category, specifically surveillance and security systems, and was completed on 24th November 2025. This direct procurement, conducted below the threshold without competition, involved Leicester Drones Ltd as the supplier, with the contract period starting on 21st November 2025 and ending on 20th November 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in technologically advanced security solutions and systems. Companies that can offer innovative, secure, and GDPR-compliant products would find tenders like these beneficial for expanding their market presence within government and law enforcement sectors. The specific focus on secure supply chains and compliance highlights the growing demand for companies that can adhere to these stringent requirements, making it particularly suitable for businesses that manufacture or supply advanced security equipment for governmental use.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Drones from ARIS funding

Notice Description

The purchase of 2 drones and additional safety equipment to create a covert drone capability within OSU. OSU has selected a drone that is currently being used, and was recommended to us, by Border Force Small Boats Operational Command, the Parrot Anafi USA SE (Security Edition) drone. OSU has obtained quotes for this equipment through approved UK resellers. The Anafi USA SE has been selected due to its GDPR compliance, Parrot's default opt-out position re data sharing and its secure supply chain/manufacturer - the devices are built in the USA with no Chinese components. They are only available to government/law enforcement/military Total Contract Value (including VAT) PS16,953.23

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e6f1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076299-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£13,562 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
21 Nov 2025 - 20 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
name@homeoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
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

LEICESTER DRONES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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