--- title: "UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement - RFI - Joint Commando Craft Programme" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0678d0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0678d0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0678d0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0678d0.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2026-03-31" --- # UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement - RFI - Joint Commando Craft Programme Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0678d0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0678d0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0678d0.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement - RFI - Joint Commando Craft Programme." This initiative falls under the defence and security industry category, specifically focusing on the procurement of boats. The project is set in the United Kingdom and is a collaborative effort as part of the UK-Norway defence partnership. The planning process intends to develop up to 30 next-generation vessels. Important dates include the milestone for market engagement due by 24 April 2026. This preliminary market engagement notice invites suppliers to submit their information requests by this date via the Mercell procurement platform. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing of maritime vessels, especially those specialising in defence and security applications. Organisations with capabilities in producing advanced boat technology for commando operations are well-positioned to compete. Participating in this process can lead to significant growth through potential contracts and the chance to be involved in high-value defence projects. Companies with a focus or interest in joining defence sector supply chains should find this an attractive opportunity to explore partnerships and innovations in military craft development. ## Notice *This notice is intended to direct suppliers to the Mercell platform for participation* Participation for this RFI can be found on Mercell.com at the following link: https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/184045-2026 UK MOD link to Opportunity (not for participation): https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=60934 Dear Industry Partner, I am pleased to inform you that the Joint Commando Craft (JCC) Project, which now incorporates the Commando Insertion Craft (CIC), will publish a Request for Information on the Mercell procurement platform. This Project is part of the Lunna House Agreement, the broader UK-Norway defence partnership, which reflects the depth and ambition of bilateral cooperation across a range of high-value capability areas. The JCC Project is a joint endeavour to develop up to 30 next-generation vessels in support of surface manoeuvre operations by Commando forces. The RFI represents a significant milestone as the Project moves into a new phase, and we welcome engagement from all suppliers who can contribute to this exciting opportunity. The RFI can be found on Mercell.com at the following link: https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/184045-2026 Returns are requested no later than 24th of April 2026. We ask that all engagement, questions, and submissions are conducted through Mercell. This ensures a fair and transparent process for all parties. We look forward to re-engaging with industry as this Project gathers pace. *This notice is intended to direct suppliers to the Mercell platform for participation* ### Planning Information *This notice is intended to direct suppliers to the Mercell platform to participate in this RFI by 24 April 2026* The RFI can be found on Mercell.com at the following link: https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/184045-2026 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029535-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 24 Apr 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2033 | | 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 | WHITEHALL, LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1A 2EU | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34520000 - Boats ## Release History - 31 Mar 2026 at 10:32 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029535-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029535-2026 31st March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=60934 - https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/184045-2026 - 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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