--- title: "REPMUS 2025 CALLING NOTICE" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e83d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e83d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e83d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e83d.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2025-02-26" --- # REPMUS 2025 CALLING NOTICE Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e83d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e83d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e83d.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence, a central government public authority based in Portsmouth, UK, has announced a preliminary market engagement notice for a procurement titled "REPMUS 2025 CALLING NOTICE" in the military research and technology services category. This tender is currently in the planning stage, with key details available on the Defence Sourcing Portal. The preliminary market engagement will close on 14th March 2025. The main event, Robotic Experimentation and Prototyping using Maritime Unmanned Systems (REPMUS) 25, is scheduled to be held in Portuguese waters from 1st to 26th September 2025. The focus of the event is to develop and test Maritime Uncrewed Systems for NATO and partner nations, improving system interoperability and operational capability. This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in military research and technology, particularly those specialising in unmanned systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as larger firms with relevant expertise, could benefit from showcasing their innovations and securing endorsements from the Royal Navy. Engaging in this tender can facilitate partnerships and access to international markets, driving business growth. To participate, companies need to complete the application form provided in the detailed notice and be prepared to commit to the operational exercise timeline in September 2025. ## Notice This call outlines industry opportunities to participate in: Robotic Experimentation and Prototyping using Maritime Unmanned Systems (REPMUS) 25 and Dynamic Messenger (DYMS) 25 to be conducted in Portuguese waters in Sep 25. The Royal Navy Develop Directorate will consider industry proposals for Royal Navy endorsement to attend live participation in REPMUS/DYMS 25. REPMUS is a Portuguese national exercise conducted in the North Atlantic Portuguese exercise areas, designed to push forward capability development of NATO and partner nations' Maritime Uncrewed Systems (MUS). Nations are invited to take part with a mix of government and industry assets and enablers with a focus on developing MUS capabilities to address warfighting needs. A strong focus is upon improving interoperability of systems as they proceed through development and into operational service. REPMUS 25 will take place between 1st and 26th Sep 25. The REPMUS25 conference schedule is below, at which sponsored industry will be expected to attend and contribute. Industry must be prepared to commit to the OPEX timeline for the duration. To apply to attend this event, please complete this application form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=7WB3vlNZS0iuldChbfoJ5ZGox2ZLBlRMk0Rp2Y5UGKNUMzk2WThDVUtBQUNVOUJLTzJIUzBDWTVXTy4u Further information can be found within the attached document within the DSP notice. ### Planning Information Please see full details of notice within Defence Sourcing Portal: https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=59590 If you do not have access to DSP, please email navycomrcl-mepg@mod.gov.uk where a copy of the notice document can be forwarded. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007342-2025 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 14 Mar 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE | | Locality | PORTSMOUTH | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO2 8BY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth | | Local authority | Portsmouth | | Electoral ward | Nelson | | Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73410000 - Military research and technology ## Release History - 26 Feb 2025 at 17:20 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007342-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007342-2025 26th February 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=59590 - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=7WB3vlNZS0iuldChbfoJ5ZGox2ZLBlRMk0Rp2Y5UGKNUMzk2WThDVUtBQUNVOUJLTzJIUzBDWTVXTy4u - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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