Planning

MHC Block 2 Procurement of IFFs, Associated Equipment and Support

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

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05 Mar 2026 at 11:14

Summary of the contracting process

Defence Equipment and Support, based in Bristol, is planning a procurement process for the "MHC Block 2 Procurement of IFFs, Associated Equipment and Support," underlining its commitment to enhancing its defence capabilities. The procurement falls under the defence and security industry category, with a focus on radar and command, control, communication systems. This direct award procurement, currently at the planning stage, involves purchasing Mode 5 IFF sets and supporting equipment, valued at £6 million. Key dates include the future notice release expected by 1 June 2026, and the contract period set to start on 2 November 2026, extending through to 1 May 2028, with potential renewal options up to 2031. This procurement process is aligned with the legal basis of the UKPGA 2023/54 legislation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in high-tech defence and security systems, particularly those involved in radar and tactical communication technologies. Companies that offer innovative solutions within the radar and command systems sphere, and are capable of fulfilling direct awards, could find substantial growth opportunities through this procurement. With a strong focus on enhancing defence capabilities, businesses that provide bespoke support services, spares, and cutting-edge technology configurations will be well-suited to compete in this tender, fostering potential long-term partnerships with Defence Equipment and Support.

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Notice Title

MHC Block 2 Procurement of IFFs, Associated Equipment and Support

Notice Description

Purchase of Mode 5 IFF sets along with supporting equipment, spares and support

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0662cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019813-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35711000 - Command, control, communication systems

35712000 - Tactical command, control and communication systems

35722000 - Radar

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Nov 2026 - 1 May 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT
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

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