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title: "Quantum Optimised Radar"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058e2a"
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# Quantum Optimised Radar

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058e2a

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, located in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, has completed its procurement process for the "Quantum Optimised Radar" project. This contract, classified under the defence and security special regime, was awarded in the goods category, specifically focusing on radar technology. Using a direct procurement method below the threshold without competition, the contract was awarded to Aquark Technologies Limited. The procurement process progressed from planning to the award stage, with the contract becoming active on 15 August 2025. The contract runs until 31 March 2026, with a gross value of £354,000. Key documentation was published on 27 August 2025.

This tender opens significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in advanced radar technology and defence-related innovations. Companies with capabilities in quantum optimisation and related technological solutions are well-suited to compete in such specialised defence contracts. The Ministry of Defence's procurement strategy underlines the potential for niche technology firms to establish robust partnerships within the public sector, further catalysing industry advancement and consolidation in high-tech domains.

## Notice

Quantum Optimised Radar Phase 1

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051440-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £295,000 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AQUARK TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35722000 - Radar

## Release History

- 27 Aug 2025 at 08:22 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051440-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051440-2025
  27th August 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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