--- title: "Tactical Communications Systems" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04ff3b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04ff3b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04ff3b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04ff3b.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "GOVERNMENT COMMERCIAL AGENCY" published: "2026-07-08" --- # Tactical Communications Systems Buyer: GOVERNMENT COMMERCIAL AGENCY Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04ff3b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04ff3b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04ff3b.json) ## Summary The Government Commercial Agency has awarded a contract titled "Tactical Communications Systems" to provide specialised military-grade tactical communication systems, including hardware and software, to be used in active battlefield environments and potential cross-government Defence and Security sector applications. The project is set to operate through an open procedure under the procurement method and involves several framework agreements. With a total gross value of approximately GBP 9.632 billion, the project spans three framework periods from 26 June 2026 to 25 June 2034, covering the UK region. The most recent completion of the award stage was on 15 June 2026, and the procurement process was part of the Defence and Security sector, focusing on radio, television, and IT consultancy services, among others. This significant project presents broad opportunities for growth, particularly for large-scale businesses involved in IT services, software development, and tactical communication systems. The open framework and the structured competitive processes allow for extensive participation, suitable for companies that possess the capability to deliver robust and secure information systems in high-demand sectors. The procurement is expressly planned to accommodate advanced and customisable technological solutions, enhancing opportunities for businesses with the necessary expertise in system integration and support to engage with pivotal government Defence and Security contracts. The potential for reopening competition throughout the framework's lifetime ensures ongoing opportunities for qualified suppliers to contribute to evolving system needs. ## Notice Specialised military-grade tactical communication and information systems, including hardware, software, associated design, implementation, and support services. To be deployed in active battlefield environments for critical real-time operational tactical communications, with potential cross-government Defence and Security sectoral applications. It expands on the offering under Lot 1c of the RM6116 Network Services 3 agreement. This competition is for the award of framework one in the scheme of frameworks. Framework one (1) is for a term of 36 months. Estimated contract dates 26 June 2026 to 25 June 2029. Framework two (2) is intended for a term of 36 months. Estimated contract dates 26 June 2029 to 25 June 2032. Framework three (3) which is the final framework will last 24 months subject to Framework two (2) lasting the full term. Estimated contract dates 26 June 2032 to 25 June 2034. The open framework will last 8 years in total. We have used the dummy supplier data for each contract within the contract awarded supplier sections within this notice. The link to the full list of suppliers which has been published on GCA website is detailed in awarded supplier website field within this notice ### Planning Information Engagement process description Following the recent RFI, MOD has prepared a supplier briefing video, which outlines the expected framework lot structure and the proposed capabilities in each lot. The video also gives the anticipated timeline for the procurement process. Industry can ask questions about the briefing and advise of their interest in this framework by completing the Response MS Form. The closing date for receipt of any feedback is 1700 hrs 24th November 2025. To watch the video please click here: https://youtu.be/ooT_m7cJOXU Please provide your feedback by completing the Response MS Form: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=7WB3vlNZS0iuldChbfoJ5QAymZWQn9pHlBHhQWcA9_1UMlBDN1QxWTFNWlBLSFc3TFdBRkFMRDNITS4u&route=shorturl ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064162-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | 7 Jan 2026 | | Award date | 15 Jun 2026 | | Contract period | 25 Jun 2026 - 25 Jun 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £8,027,000,000 | | Lots value | £8,027,000,000 | | Awards value | £8,027,000,000 | | Contracts value | £8,027,000,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | GOVERNMENT COMMERCIAL AGENCY | | Additional buyers | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE | | Locality | LIVERPOOL | | Post town | Liverpool | | Postcode | L3 9PP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside | | ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool | | Local authority | Liverpool | | Electoral ward | City Centre North | | Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | WITHHELD SECTION94 SUPPLIER | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 35712000 - Tactical command, control and communication systems - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services ## Release History - 8 Jul 2026 at 11:29 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064162-2026 - 16 Jun 2026 at 09:31 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056486-2026 - 11 Feb 2026 at 09:26 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012201-2026 - 9 Jan 2026 at 11:39 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001777-2026 - 11 Dec 2025 at 09:43 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081768-2025 - 3 Nov 2025 at 15:34 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070535-2025 - 13 Jun 2025 at 08:04 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032128-2025 - 17 Apr 2025 at 08:38 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015754-2025 - 9 Apr 2025 at 07:45 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013811-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064162-2026 8th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056486-2026 16th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012201-2026 11th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001777-2026 9th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081768-2025 11th December 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070535-2025 3rd November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032128-2025 13th June 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015754-2025 17th April 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013811-2025 9th April 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-10059 ## Notice URLs - https://crowncommercialservice.bravosolution.co.uk - https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=7WB3vlNZS0iuldChbfoJ5QAymZWQn9pHlBHhQWcA9_1UMlBDN1QxWTFNWlBLSFc3TFdBRkFMRDNITS4u&route=shorturl - https://www.gca.gov.uk/ - https://www.gca.gov.uk/agreements/RM6393 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://youtu.be/ooT_m7cJOXU ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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