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title: "715882478 - Counter-Uncrewed Systems (C-UxS) Framework Agreement - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice"
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# 715882478 - Counter-Uncrewed Systems (C-UxS) Framework Agreement - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice

Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c05b

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## Summary

The Defence Equipment and Support organisation, under the Ministry of Defence, is leading a procurement initiative titled "Counter-Uncrewed Systems (C-UxS) Framework Agreement." This is currently in the planning stage as of 30th June 2026, and part of a Preliminary Market Engagement Notice aiming to gather intelligence on current sector innovations. Located in Bristol, United Kingdom, the procurement seeks contributions from businesses by 14th July 2026, with a Demonstration Day scheduled for August 2026. This engagement under the UK Procurement Act 2023, valued between £125 million and £150 million, focuses on the provision of electronic warfare systems across various military electronic industries, enhancing capabilities to counter and manage uncrewed systems.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in electronic warfare, remote-control equipment, and related military technologies. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate given the suitability criteria outlined. Participating firms can influence requirement developments, gaining entry into potentially lucrative defence contracts as technologies evolve in detecting, tracking, and counteracting uncrewed systems. Engagement provides an avenue for firms to showcase innovations, collaborate with a central government authority, and expand market presence within the strategic defence and security sectors.

## Notice

National Armaments - Material (NA-M) intends to place an Closed Framework Agreement using the Competitive Flexible Procedure for the procurement of Counter Uncrewed Systems (C-UxS). UK Ministry of Defence requires solutions to detect, track, identify, record/communicate, and defeat Uncrewed Systems (UxS) and related capabilities including training, evaluation, and integration/management systems. The Framework Agreement will be placed under the Procurement Act 2023. Contract value and timeline information is an estimate only and is subject to change.

### Planning Information

The purpose of this Preliminary Market Engagement Notice (PMEN) is to gather market intelligence and explore current innovations across the sector. Insights gained through this engagement will support the development of a well-informed requirement and ensure the procurement approach reflects industry best practice and capability.
Interested suppliers are invited to participate in the following activities:
- Request for Information
- Demonstration Day
Request for Information
The UK Ministry of Defence requires solutions to detect, track, identify, record/communicate, and defeat Uncrewed Systems (UxS) and related capabilities including training, evaluation, and integration/management systems. Please provide a data sheet no longer than 2 pages. Please submit your responses to the Preliminary Market Engagement RFI to the Dismounted Close Combat (DCC) Team Multiuser DES-LandP2DCCCommercialTeam@mod.gov.uk. 
The deadline to submit a response is Tuesday 14th July 2026.
Demonstration Day
Further to the RFI, we will also be conducting a Demonstration Day in August 2026. The Authority are looking for the following categories of products for the Demonstration Day. An RFI submission does not automatically result in an invite to the Demonstration Day. Invitations will be sent at the Authority’s discretion.
- Category 1: Body worn systems to detect Uncrewed Systems with no RF communications. 
- Category 2: Tripod mounted systems to detect Uncrewed Systems with no RF communications.
- Category 3: Body worn systems to intercept and display FPV drone video feeds live. 
- Category 4: Attritable dead drop systems to detect Uncrewed Systems with no RF communications and relay this information to the operator.
- Category 5: Training and evaluation Uncrewed Systems for use as target threats. 
Additional Information
- This notice is not a call for competition.
- Participation in market engagement does not affect eligibility for any future procurement.
- NA-M reserves the right to amend the scope and approach of the project based on feedback received.
- Contract value and timeline information is an estimate only and is subject to change.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061458-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Nov 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 30 Mar 2035 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £125,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT |
| 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

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices
- 35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts
- 35320000 - Firearms
- 35330000 - Ammunition
- 35700000 - Military electronic systems
- 35720000 - Intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance
- 35730000 - Electronic warfare systems and counter measures
- 38115000 - Radar apparatus
- 38820000 - Remote-control equipment

## Release History

- 30 Jun 2026 at 15:59 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061458-2026
- 30 Jun 2026 at 14:28 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061364-2026
- 30 Jun 2026 at 14:03 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061339-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061458-2026
  30th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061364-2026
  30th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061339-2026
  30th June 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-equipment-and-support
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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