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title: "RN Develop Concept Cards"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2e479386-44c6-402f-83a5-eab04c3d1caf"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2026-02-19"
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# RN Develop Concept Cards

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2e479386-44c6-402f-83a5-eab04c3d1caf

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has initiated a procurement process titled "RN Develop Concept Cards" in the Military research and technology sector. This tender involves the creation of concept cards and utilises the procurement method of "Other - RFI - Concept cards". Organisations are invited to submit their proposals by 19th February 2026, with the contracting period expected to start and end on the 1st November 2026. The delivery locations include British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. This procurement is currently in the tender amendment stage, highlighting adjustments to previous details.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Ideal participants would be those with expertise in military research and technology who are capable of delivering innovative concepts that comply with the procurement requirements outlined by the Ministry of Defence. Engaging in this tender could help businesses establish or strengthen relationships with key government entities and expand their network within the defence sector, both domestically and internationally. The process is open for diverse businesses capable of designing unique concept cards, providing an entry point into broader military research initiatives.

## Notice

Please see attached. Please complete the Industry Template with details of your concept.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22a83266-51bf-4bea-ab4c-7f7a5f04326f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - RFI - Concept cards |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 2026 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73410000 - Military research and technology

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2026 at 08:03 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22a83266-51bf-4bea-ab4c-7f7a5f04326f
- 19 Jan 2026 at 07:59 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22a83266-51bf-4bea-ab4c-7f7a5f04326f
- 19 Jan 2026 at 07:55 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22a83266-51bf-4bea-ab4c-7f7a5f04326f
- 31 Dec 2025 at 11:18 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22a83266-51bf-4bea-ab4c-7f7a5f04326f
- 10 Oct 2025 at 13:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22a83266-51bf-4bea-ab4c-7f7a5f04326f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22a83266-51bf-4bea-ab4c-7f7a5f04326f
  19th February 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dc13105e-854f-44c6-b28e-0147b8468a21
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f2b20e99-6304-4f4a-9e76-eef9197d2a2c
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3b2caddd-6b0d-4ccb-8844-c8d9db4743e3
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f2fed906-4204-4ce2-b461-a3afe888f5cd
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