---
title: "Uncrewed Aerial Range Clearance"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0681e7"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2026-04-14"
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# Uncrewed Aerial Range Clearance

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0681e7

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has initiated the procurement process for the 'Uncrewed Aerial Range Clearance' project, currently in the planning stage. This tender, overseen by the buyer located in Portsmouth, UK, focuses on goods within the unmanned aerial vehicles industry category. The procurement aims to enhance the use of uncrewed systems for range clearance and assurance, ensuring equipment testing continues in a timely and safe manner. A preliminary market engagement notice has been published, with key stakeholder engagement scheduled for 28th April 2026. The contract period is set to commence on 29th April 2026 and conclude on 1st May 2026. Interested parties should note the future notice date also set for 28th April 2026.

With its suitability for SMEs and VCSEs, this procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in unmanned aerial technology, particularly those focusing on range clearance systems. Companies interested in the project's safe and efficient testing solutions would find this tender promising for expanding their footprint or introducing innovative technologies within the defence sector. The procurement method revolves around a scheduled engagement process, allowing for comprehensive insights into market capabilities and fostering collaboration with capable suppliers. Business users geared towards advanced technical solutions in aerial systems are encouraged to participate in this strategic initiative.

## Notice

Thusly, the RN is keen to understand options for the use of uncrewed systems to provide range clearance and assurance, ensuring that the testing of equipment can continue to be performed in a timely and, critically, safe manner.

### Planning Information

Please see the link below for full details of the RFI:
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53ee94fb-b7ab-4920-b221-7116fb763054

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033733-2026 |
| 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 | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Apr 2026 - 1 May 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

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

### Codes

- 35613000 - Unmanned aerial vehicles

## Release History

- 14 Apr 2026 at 11:56 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033733-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033733-2026
  14th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53ee94fb-b7ab-4920-b221-7116fb763054
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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