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title: "CCDT/602 Nano Unmanned Air Systems Experimentation Programme Spiral 5"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02f2cb"
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# CCDT/602 Nano Unmanned Air Systems Experimentation Programme Spiral 5

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02f2cb

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is seeking suppliers for the CCDT/602 Nano Unmanned Air Systems Experimentation Programme Spiral 5, which is in the tendering stage. This procurement focuses on goods in the industry category of unmanned aerial vehicles, specifically requiring sub-4kg, beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) nano UAS systems for infantry use. The call for tenders highlights the necessity for highly autonomous systems and is set to support military operations. Key dates include the tender period, which has ended, and all submissions must have adhered to relevant deadlines.

This procurement opportunity presents substantial potential for businesses in the aerospace and defence sectors, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering innovative unmanned aerial solutions. Companies specialising in the design, manufacturing, and integration of autonomous systems, as well as those focused on advanced technology for military applications, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender may foster partnerships and enhance market positioning within a growing sector, especially for suppliers looking to expand their footprint in public defence contracts.

## Notice

Spiral 5 of the Nano Unmanned Air Systems Experimentation Programme required the supply of sub-4kg, BVLOS, highly autonomous nano UAS systems capable of being used by infantry units.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Procurement of Nano Unmanned Air Systems to support experimentation as part of Spiral 5 of the Nano Unmanned Air Systems Experimentation Programme.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020688-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £7,093,696 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | COPTRZ; ELBIT SYSTEMS; MARLBOROUGH COMMUNICATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35613000 - Unmanned aerial vehicles

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2022 at 15:33 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020688-2022
- 6 Jul 2022 at 16:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018559-2022
- 17 Jun 2022 at 15:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016732-2022
- 17 Jun 2022 at 15:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016723-2022
- 2 Nov 2021 at 22:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027485-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://www.elbitsystems-uk.com/
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-equipment-and-support

## Provenance

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