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title: "Protector UAS Technical Support and Evaluation"
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# Protector UAS Technical Support and Evaluation

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, COMBAT AIR, UNMANNED AIR SYSTEMS (UAS) TEAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c5668e5e-562f-42fe-950c-636c1359c8d7

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Combat Air, Unmanned Air Systems (UAS) Team is conducting a tender for “Protector UAS Technical Support and Evaluation” located in Bristol, UK. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions on 18 April 2018. This contract, valued between £1,000,000 and £3,000,000, involves the provision of technical support services essential for the UK PROTECTOR Programme, including safety analysis and certification. The procurement method is selective, specifically using a negotiated procedure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in technical support and related engineering services, particularly those with experience in unmanned air systems or defence projects. Companies capable of delivering safety analysis, certification, and airworthiness services will find this contract particularly aligned with their expertise. Engaging in this procurement process could contribute to the growth of firms in the defence sector and position them favourably within the government contracting landscape.

## Notice

Provision of Technical Support, ITE and Ancillary Services to the UK MoD for the development of the PROTECTOR UAS. Services required include provision of support to safety analysis, certification, airworthiness, security and other specialism to deliver the UK PROTECTOR Programme. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Bristol: Technical support services.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adef5198-4419-4d9c-b45b-0a34db360815 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2018 - 31 Jul 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| 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, COMBAT AIR, UNMANNED AIR SYSTEMS (UAS) TEAM |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356300 - Technical support services

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2018 at 13:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adef5198-4419-4d9c-b45b-0a34db360815

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adef5198-4419-4d9c-b45b-0a34db360815
  25th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

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