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title: "UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065c19"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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# UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065c19

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is initiating a tender process with the title "UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement" aimed at procuring services for the PRIMUS II Ground Station Support Solution within the telecommunications industry category. The procurement, classified under services, involves locations in the United Kingdom, with a focus on Bristol. Currently in the planning stage, the process seeks Preliminary Market Engagement to inform the market about upcoming procurement activities. Suppliers interested in competing are encouraged to register on the Space Technology Solutions Dynamic Market. Key dates include a deadline for participation by 9 January 2027, with future notices expected around 1 February 2027, as part of the competitive tender via RM6370.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses operating within telecommunications, particularly those specialising in hardware and software support services. It seeks comprehensive through-life support for the PRIMUS Ground Station, covering areas such as satellite communications equipment, software maintenance, and technical support. The service value is estimated at £1,800,000, with a maximum potential renewal extending until 2032. Small and medium-sized enterprises are considered suitable for participating in this procurement, making it an attractive option for growing businesses seeking to expand their presence in defence and security sectors.

## Notice

This is a UK2 Preliminary Market Engagement Notice for the PRIMUS II Ground Station Support Solution. Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) is preparing the market to provide suppliers the opportunity to deliver a comprehensive support solution for the PRIMUS Ground Station. This requirement covers through-life support for hardware and software of the Ground Station. This procurement shall be considered for competitive tender via the Space Technology Solutions Dynamic Market (RM6370), should you be interested in this procurement - please register to the Dynamic Market. Further notices relating to the requirement will be published on the Find a Tender Service in due course. Link to The Space Technology Solutions Dynamic Market: https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/dm/RM6370?nav=0 Update: The Authority has amended the estimated dates for this notice for PRIMUS II In-Service Support Solution. The Authority wishes to thank suppliers for the time and attention given to the material issued to date, and advises suppliers to remain alert to future procurement activity.

### Planning Information

The purpose of this Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) is to: inform the market of the upcoming procurement activity.
How to Participate
Suppliers interested in participating in this procurement are encouraged to:
Register on the Space Technology Solutions Dynamic Market via the Supplier Registration Service (https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/dm/RM6370?nav=0)
Furthermore, the Space Technology Solutions Parts related to this competitive procurement will fall under Part 207: Ground Support Services.
If you have recently registered, please notify the designated representative listed below to ensure your registration is acknowledged and included in a priority list.
Further details, including the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) and procurement timelines, will be shared in due course.
Suppliers are advised to monitor the Space Technology Solutions Dynamic Market for updates.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016913-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Feb 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2027 - 1 Aug 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,800,000 |
| 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 | 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

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks
- 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies
- 32531000 - Satellite communications equipment
- 32570000 - Communications equipment
- 32581000 - Data-communications equipment
- 50330000 - Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment
- 50332000 - Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services
- 71356000 - Technical services
- 71356300 - Technical support services
- 72250000 - System and support services
- 72260000 - Software-related services
- 72267000 - Software maintenance and repair services
- 72268000 - Software supply services

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2026 at 13:58 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016913-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016913-2026
  25th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/dm/RM6370?nav=0
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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