---
title: "RFI Ex SPRING SABRE Demonstration Opportunity"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-061606"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2026-02-04"
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# RFI Ex SPRING SABRE Demonstration Opportunity

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-061606

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "RFI Ex SPRING SABRE Demonstration Opportunity". This process falls under the industry category of offshore platforms, highlighting the initial assessments of relevant capabilities and technologies fitting into the multi-domain Concept of Operations for Littoral Access Point missions. Situated in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, the procurement process is planned with milestone engagements scheduled to take place until 11th February 2026. The procurement revolves around goods and is being handled under the legal basis established by UKPGA 2023/54. Interested suppliers are advised to note the potential communication of future notices expected by 12th February 2026, with the actual contract period slated from 2nd March 2026 to 13th March 2026.

This procurement process could provide significant opportunities for businesses, especially those dealing in offshore platforms or related technologies. The buyer's preference indicates suitability for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), encouraging a broad range of organisations to participate. Companies with innovative solutions in the realm of defence and technology integration may find this tender particularly advantageous for expanding their operations and showcasing their capabilities to a high-profile government department. Participation not only offers potential financial benefits but also boosts company visibility and credibility within the defence sector.

## Notice

During Ex SPRING SABRE the Authority are looking to conduct initial assessments of appropriate capabilities and technologies that can be integrated into the multi-domain Concept of Operations (CONOP) of Littoral Access Point (LAP) mission.

### Planning Information

Please see this link for full details https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/addd4e25-52c7-45f6-9e5e-30095703cb01

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009724-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 13 Mar 2026 |
| 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

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34514800 - Offshore platforms

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2026 at 08:02 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009724-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009724-2026
  4th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/addd4e25-52c7-45f6-9e5e-30095703cb01
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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