--- title: "The Rapid Innovation Cell (RIC), - UK MoD Open Architecture and Testing Approach for C-sUAS (Counter-Drone) Systems" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-dfcdadbd-61ef-4a65-9be9-6ddf7c1eabd2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dfcdadbd-61ef-4a65-9be9-6ddf7c1eabd2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dfcdadbd-61ef-4a65-9be9-6ddf7c1eabd2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dfcdadbd-61ef-4a65-9be9-6ddf7c1eabd2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "C-SUAS RAPID INNOVATION CELL (RIC) - DEFENCE UAS CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (UASCDC)" published: "2020-08-13" --- # The Rapid Innovation Cell (RIC), - UK MoD Open Architecture and Testing Approach for C-sUAS (Counter-Drone) Systems Buyer: C-SUAS RAPID INNOVATION CELL (RIC) - DEFENCE UAS CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (UASCDC) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dfcdadbd-61ef-4a65-9be9-6ddf7c1eabd2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dfcdadbd-61ef-4a65-9be9-6ddf7c1eabd2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dfcdadbd-61ef-4a65-9be9-6ddf7c1eabd2.json) ## Summary The Rapid Innovation Cell (RIC), part of the Defence UAS Capability Development Centre (UASCDC) based in Bristol, UK, has issued a tender titled "The Rapid Innovation Cell (RIC), - UK MoD Open Architecture and Testing Approach for C-sUAS (Counter-Drone) Systems." This procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 1st October 2020. The primary focus of this opportunity falls under the services category, specifically related to sensors, as indicated by the CPV classification. The contract period is expected to start on 1st October 2020 and conclude by 1st April 2021, allowing for an initial testing cycle for counter-small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). The tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in sensor technology and defence systems, particularly those with mature products for land-based integrated C-sUAS solutions. Companies capable of providing both sensors and Cyber Effectors that interfere with drone missions would be particularly well-suited for participation. This collective approach aims to enhance the current C-sUAS capabilities and thus fosters an agile environment that can lead to greater market awareness and potential growth for innovative technology providers in the defence sector. ## Notice UK MoD Open Architecture and Testing Approach for C-sUAS. The misuse of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) represents a significant and growing risk to operations and day-to-day Defence activity both in the UK and overseas. The Rapid Innovation Cell (RIC), endorsed by the Military Capability Board, has been established as part of the UAS Capability Development Centre (UASCDC) to test and evaluate (T&E) mature C-sUAS capabilities and generate a managed Defence database of available capabilities. Through a regular programme of T&E events, the RIC will establish the efficacy of commercially available capabilities. It will also increase broader awareness of the C-sUAS market and support a more agile method of delivering capability to the front line. To prevent capability gaps and ensure interoperability, it is intended that Defence C-sUAS systems will use the 'SAPIENT' open architecture. This will also ensure that our systems can evolve at the component level enabling the spiral development of capability. C-sUAS Pre-Procurement Testing Approach The RIC has established a series of Test Cycles. Each Test Cycle will focus on a particular subset of C-sUAS systems. Test Cycles will be scheduled for every six months, nominally in the autumn and spring of each year. At the start of each Test Cycle, a four-week application window will be opened for potential suppliers to put forward their mature products for testing via an online product questionnaire. * Test Cycle #1, planned for autumn 2020, will focus on two types of system: 1. static, land-based, integrated C-sUAS systems (consisting of a minimum two types of sensors and an RF jammer, integrated with C2) 2. static, land-based, passive RF detection sensors * Test Cycle #2, planned for spring 2021, will focus on static, land-based, Cyber Effectors, that can effect a drone's mission. The RIC maintains a register of potential C-sUAS suppliers. All potential suppliers registered with the RIC will receive access to a UK C-sUAS Defence Portal containing information about the testing approach and the interface specification. The online product questionnaire will be hosted on the UK C-sUAS Defence Portal and will be the only way to apply for testing with the RIC. Hence, potential suppliers are advised to register with the RIC to ensure timely access to information and application windows. Please use the following web address to register with the RIC: https://uascdc.com/industry/open-supplier-register.aspx 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: Sensors.'. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c5bf74c-0e17-4c0a-a600-e78e7726e115 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Aug 2020 | | Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2020 - 1 Apr 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2 | | 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 | C-SUAS RAPID INNOVATION CELL (RIC) - DEFENCE UAS CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (UASCDC) | | 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 | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35125100 - Sensors ## Release History - 13 Aug 2020 at 12:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c5bf74c-0e17-4c0a-a600-e78e7726e115 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c5bf74c-0e17-4c0a-a600-e78e7726e115 13th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier - https://uascdc.com/industry/open-supplier-register.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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