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title: "REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - PROJECT HORUS"
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# REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - PROJECT HORUS

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-322b7a86-b3a6-45d3-b73b-4bd209bd81bd

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has initiated a procurement process under the title "REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - PROJECT HORUS," focusing on the air defence radar industry category. This project seeks information for the development of a rapidly procured and persistent air search capability suitable for maritime platforms, aimed at detecting, tracking, identifying, and reporting airborne threats, including UAS, FGA/FBA and cruise missiles. Based in Portsmouth, England at Whale Island, the planning stage of this tender is currently active, with an engagement end date set for 31st March 2026. Interested parties should note that this is a planning stage initiation, and responses are currently being solicited through a request for information (RFI) process.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in air defence technologies and maritime security solutions. The project is particularly open to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), ensuring a diverse array of participants have the chance to contribute. Companies with expertise in advanced radar systems and maritime integration would find this tender especially suitable, potentially leading to strategic partnerships within the defence sector. Engaging with this process can drive business growth by positioning participants as key suppliers within an essential national security project, reflecting capabilities that may open doors to further governmental collaborations.

## Notice

The Royal Navy requires a rapidly procured and persistent air search capability, suitable for maritime platforms to host on board to detect, track, identify, and report airborne threats. This covers UAS, FGA/FBA and cruise missiles.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e45c4cd2-5f64-4d59-9807-9648f9c22843 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 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 | 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35723000 - Air defence radar

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2026 at 15:19 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e45c4cd2-5f64-4d59-9807-9648f9c22843
- 19 Mar 2026 at 09:58 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43567236-d461-4242-a8a2-073fa1c9b9f1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e45c4cd2-5f64-4d59-9807-9648f9c22843
  27th March 2026 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43567236-d461-4242-a8a2-073fa1c9b9f1
  19th March 2026 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/90efc73e-6bd5-4e2f-ac27-1168b40be635
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dbc79e03-a514-45a0-b748-f42afb5c8554
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f7a323af-9d5e-4129-8a9a-367db6a44463
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