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title: "RFI0071 - The Target Acquisition, Localisation & Operational Neutralisation of UAS"
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published: "2026-03-05"
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# RFI0071 - The Target Acquisition, Localisation & Operational Neutralisation of UAS

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-52a300b2-c16c-47ab-ae10-d45e10d70ec6

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is initiating the procurement process for providing the Royal Navy with a Counter UAS capability aimed at maritime platforms. The project, titled RFI0071 - The Target Acquisition, Localisation & Operational Neutralisation of UAS, falls under the air defence radar category and is currently in the planning stage. Participants are expected to engage with the process by 17th March 2026. This opportunity is situated in Portsmouth, with a delivery address in the South East region of England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in air defence systems and technologies aimed at countering airborne threats. It is particularly suitable for SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) looking to expand business operations within defence procurement. Companies with expertise in rapid equipment deployment and maritime defence technologies will find this tender advantageous for demonstrating capabilities and strengthening ties with the Ministry of Defence.

## Notice

The Royal Navy requires a rapidly procured and installable Counter UAS capability suitable for maritime platforms to detect, track, identify, and defeat airborne threats.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/716f2056-c004-45bd-83f0-503ea349b8aa |
| 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 | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 17 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

- 5 Mar 2026 at 11:09 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/716f2056-c004-45bd-83f0-503ea349b8aa
- 3 Mar 2026 at 13:29 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96ef0145-f441-4a38-a8af-0ac0c5aae723

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/716f2056-c004-45bd-83f0-503ea349b8aa
  5th March 2026 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96ef0145-f441-4a38-a8af-0ac0c5aae723
  3rd March 2026 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d32ec768-25fc-4f8c-93fc-60451246a43c
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e2c29093-ef64-476a-ad54-4112f7f8b5eb
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