---
title: "Drone Capability Coalition - Operational Drone-Interceptors"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049bac"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2024-09-17"
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# Drone Capability Coalition - Operational Drone-Interceptors

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049bac

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has initiated a tender, entitled "Drone Capability Coalition - Operational Drone-Interceptors," aimed at procuring up to five different batches of operational drone-interceptors, consisting of two complete systems including all necessary ground elements. This tender falls under the industry category of unmanned combat aerial vehicles (CPV code 35613100) and primarily focuses on the purchase of goods. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, and the key deadline is set for 11th November 2024. The delivery location is within the UK, and the procurement method being used is a restricted, selective process.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in defence technology, particularly those with expertise in unmanned aerial systems. Successful suppliers could potentially secure a future production contract involving the provision of up to 200 UAS defeats per month. Enterprises well-suited for this procurement exercise include those capable of delivering advanced drone-interception technology and supporting ground elements, ensuring adherence to the stringent requirements set forth by the International Drone Capability Coalition. By participating in this tender, businesses have the chance to expand their market footprint and establish long-term relationships with a major governmental entity like the Ministry of Defence.

## Notice

The Operational Drone Interceptor ITT aims to procure up to 5 different batches of operational drone-interceptors, consisting of 2 complete systems (5 opposing UAS defeats per system) including all ground elements (e.g. 2 systems = x2 ground elements), which will be tested by the International Drone Capability Coalition. The intent is that, following testing, platforms that meet the requirements will be considered for a potential future production contract (circa 200 opposing UAS defeats per month).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029758-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | 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

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

### Codes

- 35613100 - Unmanned combat aerial vehicles

## Release History

- 17 Sep 2024 at 16:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029758-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://contracts.mod.uk/go/37033055019200E0B1B6

## Provenance

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