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title: "TIQUILA future ISTAR opportunity"
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# TIQUILA future ISTAR opportunity

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6c4bbe5b-5b99-459d-90bd-7c1ff45454bd

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is currently conducting a procurement process titled "TIQUILA future ISTAR opportunity," focusing on the industry category of unmanned combat aerial vehicles. This active tender is set to conclude on 14 July 2021, with a virtual supplier conference scheduled for 20 July 2021, aimed at fostering collaboration with Unmanned Air System technology providers. The contract is expected to commence on 14 July 2022 and will run until 13 July 2032, with a total estimated value of £1,000 GBP. Interested suppliers are invited to explore the unique capabilities aimed at enhancing the UK's ISTAR capabilities.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the technology and defence sectors, particularly those specialising in unmanned aerial systems and related innovations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as there is a strong emphasis on collaboration with a diverse range of suppliers. Engaging in this procurement can lead to potential partnerships and an inclusive approach to delivering advanced solutions for the UK Army's operational requirements.

## Notice

Virtual Supplier Conference, 20 July 2021. Lockheed Martin UK invites you to a virtual Supplier Conference in support of the TIQUILA capability focused on the delivery of a new ISTAR capability for the UK Army. We are interested in meeting with Unmanned Air System technology providers and innovators with an interest in joining our team.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bd520ab-6650-4075-9e16-76f20d5f8f14 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - See details in main text of notice |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Jul 2022 - 13 Jul 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO9 1SW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ35 South Hampshire |
| Local authority | Havant |
| Electoral ward | Havant St Faith's |
| Westminster constituency | Havant |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35613100 - Unmanned combat aerial vehicles

## Release History

- 14 Jul 2021 at 10:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bd520ab-6650-4075-9e16-76f20d5f8f14
- 2 Jul 2021 at 12:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bd520ab-6650-4075-9e16-76f20d5f8f14

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bd520ab-6650-4075-9e16-76f20d5f8f14
  14th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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