--- title: "Supply of Passive Deployable Offline Information Systems for FM/TV/GSM Ingestion and Automated Transcription, Translation, and Summarisation" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-68d7e1df-1470-4b64-b8f0-8a8c7bbd3b1a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-68d7e1df-1470-4b64-b8f0-8a8c7bbd3b1a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-68d7e1df-1470-4b64-b8f0-8a8c7bbd3b1a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-68d7e1df-1470-4b64-b8f0-8a8c7bbd3b1a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED" published: "2026-01-02" --- # Supply of Passive Deployable Offline Information Systems for FM/TV/GSM Ingestion and Automated Transcription, Translation, and Summarisation Buyer: UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-68d7e1df-1470-4b64-b8f0-8a8c7bbd3b1a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-68d7e1df-1470-4b64-b8f0-8a8c7bbd3b1a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-68d7e1df-1470-4b64-b8f0-8a8c7bbd3b1a.json) ## Summary Unite Procurement UK Limited, a part of Unite Holding SE, is facilitating a tender process on behalf of the Ministry of Defence. They are seeking suppliers to provide passive, deployable offline information systems for FM, TV, and GSM ingestion, along with automated transcription, translation, and summarisation capabilities. This tender falls under the industry category of Software package and information systems, with several subsections including industry-specific and communication software packages. Located in the United Kingdom, this procurement process is currently at the Tender stage. Interested parties should register their interest before the deadline of January 30, 2026, for consideration. The contract period spans from February 1, 2026, to February 1, 2028. This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses engaged in software development and information systems, particularly those with capabilities in transcription, translation, and multimedia software solutions. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its suitability criteria. The procurement method is selective, via catalogue purchase, maintaining diversity and competition. Businesses that can provide technical and deployment support, as well as operator training with personnel holding UK Government security clearances, are encouraged to compete. This opportunity allows for businesses to enhance their market presence by fulfilling Ministry of Defence requirements and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations through the Unite Procurement Platform. ## Notice Unite Procurement UK Limited, part of Unite Holding SE, acting on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the provision of passive, deployable, offline information systems capable of ingesting non internet communication feeds including FM, TV, and GSM, and delivering automated transcription, translation, and summarisation. These systems will enable deployed Information Operations personnel to rapidly comprehend emerging operational narratives. The Unite Procurement Platform provides a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector bodies procuring low value, high volume goods and services. We are seeking suppliers able to provide: * Two passive, deployable, offline information systems meeting the capability requirements outlined above * Full technical support, deployment support, and operator training * Personnel holding appropriate UK Government security clearances, including SC, DV, or EDV as required Key Requirements * Supply of new passive deployable information systems able to ingest FM, TV, and GSM communications without internet dependency * Automated transcription, translation, and summarisation capabilities * Ability to provide full support and training with staff holding the required UK Government security clearances * Delivery and setup at multiple UK locations as needed * Compliance with all relevant UK and EU safety, data handling, and environmental regulations * Willingness to transact through the Unite Procurement Platform How to Apply Suppliers should register their interest with Unite Procurement UK Limited and provide details of system capabilities, support and training provision, and evidence of staff security clearances. Further onboarding information for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of interest. Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier. Multiple suppliers may be onboarded to ensure diversity, competition, and flexibility in meeting Ministry of Defence requirements. Suppliers are encouraged to respond before the closing date for early consideration; however, applications to join the platform may be accepted after the initial deadline. Unite Procurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard suppliers on a rolling basis to maintain a dynamic and responsive supplier base. For enquiries and expressions of interest, contact: defence.support@unite.eu with the subject title: TSS 554 Opportunity. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f32fecc-0649-4544-863a-cbd57a7b1095 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Catalogue purchase | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | 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 | UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | WC2B 5AH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden | | Local authority | Camden | | Electoral ward | Holborn & Covent Garden | | Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 48100000 - Industry specific software package - 48200000 - Networking, Internet and intranet software package - 48300000 - Document creation, drawing, imaging, scheduling and productivity software package - 48310000 - Document creation software package - 48311000 - Document management software package - 48312000 - Electronic publishing software package - 48313000 - Optical-character-recognition (OCR) software package - 48314000 - Voice recognition software package - 48315000 - Desktop-publishing software package - 48316000 - Presentation software package - 48317000 - Word-processing software package - 48318000 - Scanner software package - 48319000 - Spell checkers - 48320000 - Drawing and imaging software package - 48330000 - Scheduling and productivity software package - 48400000 - Business transaction and personal business software package - 48500000 - Communication and multimedia software package - 48600000 - Database and operating software package - 48700000 - Software package utilities - 48710000 - Backup or recovery software package - 48720000 - Bar coding software package - 48730000 - Security software package - 48740000 - Foreign language translation software package - 48750000 - Storage media loading software package - 48760000 - Virus protection software package - 48770000 - General, compression and print utility software package - 48780000 - System, storage and content management software package - 48790000 - Version checker software package - 48800000 - Information systems and servers - 48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems ## Release History - 2 Jan 2026 at 10:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f32fecc-0649-4544-863a-cbd57a7b1095 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f32fecc-0649-4544-863a-cbd57a7b1095 2nd January 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://unite.eu/en-gb/procure/join-mercateo-as-a-supplier ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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