---
title: "Drone Demonstration and Development Project"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e191abbe-c740-462b-aa7f-ee89259880ee"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e191abbe-c740-462b-aa7f-ee89259880ee"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e191abbe-c740-462b-aa7f-ee89259880ee.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e191abbe-c740-462b-aa7f-ee89259880ee.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MARITIME & COASTGUARD AGENCY"
published: "2020-07-02"
---

# Drone Demonstration and Development Project

Buyer: MARITIME & COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e191abbe-c740-462b-aa7f-ee89259880ee

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e191abbe-c740-462b-aa7f-ee89259880ee)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e191abbe-c740-462b-aa7f-ee89259880ee.json)

## Summary

The Maritime & Coastguard Agency is seeking procurement for a contract titled "Drone Demonstration and Development Project," which falls under the category of unmanned aerial vehicles (CPV code 35613000). This project aims to enhance aerial surveillance capabilities using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), ultimately improving the efficiency of operations while minimising risks to personnel. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing all interested suppliers to participate. The tender was published on 8th July 2019, with the submission deadline set for 19th August 2019, and the contract duration commencing from 1st September 2019 to 31st March 2021, based in South West England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the UAV technology sector or service providers focused on aerial surveillance solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are eligible to compete, allowing for innovation and diverse solutions in the proposal submissions. Companies looking to expand their operations in the public sector or those with experience in defence and surveillance contracts will find this procurement process especially relevant.

## Notice

The procurement of a drone demonstration and development contract will enable the MCA to assess the potential use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) to enhance the current and future aerial surveillance capability. It will seek to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of MCA operations whilst reducing the risk to MCA personnel. For further details on the requirement and instructions on how to apply, please see the Invitation to Tender: Drones document listed in the Other Information section below.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/713d488e-6c55-4293-9a10-9759a2191dad |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Jul 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Sep 2019 |
| Contract period | 17 Sep 2019 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £990,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £990,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MARITIME & COASTGUARD AGENCY |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO15 1EG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Banister & Polygon |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ELBIT SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35613000 - Unmanned aerial vehicles

## Release History

- 2 Jul 2020 at 11:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/713d488e-6c55-4293-9a10-9759a2191dad
- 15 Aug 2019 at 13:57 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 14 Aug 2019 at 10:04 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 9 Aug 2019 at 13:48 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 9 Aug 2019 at 11:31 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 6 Aug 2019 at 11:27 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 2 Aug 2019 at 13:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 26 Jul 2019 at 15:44 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 26 Jul 2019 at 13:44 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 19 Jul 2019 at 13:02 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 17 Jul 2019 at 12:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 17 Jul 2019 at 10:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 15 Jul 2019 at 15:11 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 15 Jul 2019 at 10:03 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 11 Jul 2019 at 12:58 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 8 Jul 2019 at 16:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
- 8 Jul 2019 at 15:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/713d488e-6c55-4293-9a10-9759a2191dad
  2nd July 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2
  15th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/df54c76e-348f-4f32-9597-81fd02a987cc
  ITT
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c3e48b92-1a2b-4b3d-b603-af5bb75103e5
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/865e3574-dece-4bb0-a408-6f0079ffa577
  Bid Clarification Q & A
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/75a808b2-5540-4425-ba16-ee0f9da377c9
  Conflict of Interest - Declaration
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/86a44d60-b2b0-4c51-91d1-67685826974e
  Bid Clarification Q & A
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c31ab81d-00e8-4a96-bab2-203a322f6966
  Bid Clarification Q & A Part II
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7387f89d-99fb-408e-8f32-ce89031edf3e
  Bid Clarification Q & A
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/83b5dba5-18b9-4bd8-be38-81e53b6b3c75
  Amended ITT
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dee23706-9cd8-47cf-b952-7230f0db470e
  Change Notice
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1ce41a0c-2d3f-4def-af63-af0a93516403
  Bid Clarification Q & A
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/985a60c0-18c8-4a28-b0fe-aa5a3e64af5e
  Change Notice
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/940720b4-389e-4e4e-a821-6a69f7cd6311
  Amended ITT
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5f4636d0-9f4a-4c8d-8de4-25ab8052c51b
  Bid Clarification Q & A
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e0f52243-ede8-4163-9ff1-4d9220a43abe
  Bid Clarification Q & A 26/07/2019
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9c731ece-bd3c-45c5-a0ae-e382a6cc07a0
  Bid Clarification Q & A 02/08/2019
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6a4ffe69-f98e-4521-8a5c-11968cf54f00
  Change Notice
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b2c3114a-e2e2-4d2a-b9cf-2cb1c8f1681d
  Amended ITT
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7608fc94-fc37-4cd5-960b-0185e3903de2
  Bid Clarification Q & A 06/08/2019
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f55fce89-ed1b-47ee-87ee-8efe903fefe2
  Bis Clarification Q & A (01-46)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/90b1e02c-efa4-4562-96fc-b1286d7b704f
  Bid Clarification Q & A (01-47)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e7670293-8125-48eb-a0e0-f3b4a4e1a818
  Tender Submission Information Notice
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7c4ee263-e173-478d-93fa-5f38f4130299
  Bid Clarification Q & A (01-48)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bbdbf5af-95aa-42a0-9eca-779fa9198599
  Bid Clarification Q & A (01-49)

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e191abbe-c740-462b-aa7f-ee89259880ee. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e191abbe-c740-462b-aa7f-ee89259880ee.json.