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title: "RFI009 MARITIME THREAT SIMULATION BY UAV"
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# RFI009 MARITIME THREAT SIMULATION BY UAV

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-50981a1d-fc72-4ae0-a1cd-796fe32b4c4f

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "RFI009 MARITIME THREAT SIMULATION BY UAV." This initiative falls under the industry category of unmanned aerial vehicles and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The engagement end date for this opportunity is set for 30 April 2021. Interested suppliers are encouraged to provide information on their potential solutions for maritime airborne un-crewed or autonomous UAS geared towards threat simulation for the Royal Navy, with indicative requirements expected to be fulfilled within two years.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in unmanned aerial vehicles, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs). Companies capable of providing innovative solutions for maritime threat simulation are well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance business visibility and growth by tapping into the defence sector's evolving needs.

## Notice

See RFI: The Authority wishes to assess potential maritime airborne un-crewed or autonomous UAS for use within the Royal Navy for threat simulation. Potential suppliers and interested parties are invited to provide information in relation to potential solutions which could deliver threat simulation aligned to the following indicative requirements within 2 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cadc641-3c14-49b6-aa68-6e5190edd1ed |
| 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 | 25 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Apr 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 | 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

- 35613000 - Unmanned aerial vehicles

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2021 at 15:52 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cadc641-3c14-49b6-aa68-6e5190edd1ed
- 9 Mar 2021 at 16:43 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf6059a6-c50c-4007-8dad-a1d6832ee196
- 25 Feb 2021 at 14:53 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b0b99d3-c9ab-4dae-aa46-b992fb69b0b9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cadc641-3c14-49b6-aa68-6e5190edd1ed
  25th March 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf6059a6-c50c-4007-8dad-a1d6832ee196
  9th March 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b0b99d3-c9ab-4dae-aa46-b992fb69b0b9
  25th February 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0881f8bc-5e9e-401d-a996-8df4f96425e6
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8fed1b89-ef4e-4b26-9ff1-f980007042ba
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/280dd98d-4223-46e9-836b-f646ad43d6ab
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/87fe6edf-986f-4888-a95c-408870c78fde
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