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title: "Scaling TAK Plug-in Development in the Modern Battlespace - Contracts Finder - Early Engagement"
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# Scaling TAK Plug-in Development in the Modern Battlespace - Contracts Finder - Early Engagement

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0f253d86-e6fe-40d2-84d3-d0ff005a3a27

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, located in Bristol, England, is initiating a procurement process titled "Scaling TAK Plug-in Development in the Modern Battlespace." This tender, classified under military research and technology (CPV Code: 73410000), is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 27th September 2021. Interested parties are encouraged to access the request for information via the Defence Sourcing Portal, where further details can be found regarding this early engagement notice published on 1st September 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) actively engaged in military technology and research. Companies with expertise in developing plug-ins and military applications would be particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract. By participating in the upcoming workshops and follow-up meetings held by the Future Capability Group, businesses can showcase their capabilities and potentially secure valuable contracts within the defence sector.

## Notice

Please access this Request for Information via the Defence Sourcing Portal: https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=52170 If link does not work please access the Defence Sourcing Portal and search for Scaling TAK Plug-in Development in the Modern Battlespace. This project is subject to change and approvals. The intention is for FCG to hold individual follow-up meetings/workshops with individual companies. Your contact details are being recorded by the team to facilitate this.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/227548a6-95b7-4562-a3ba-3d32da14c6e4 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 27 Sep 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73410000 - Military research and technology

## Release History

- 10 Sep 2021 at 07:48 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/227548a6-95b7-4562-a3ba-3d32da14c6e4
- 1 Sep 2021 at 13:54 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba07aba8-a26f-46fc-97c1-0516e6a333ee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/227548a6-95b7-4562-a3ba-3d32da14c6e4
  10th September 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba07aba8-a26f-46fc-97c1-0516e6a333ee
  1st September 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=52170

## Provenance

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