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| Source: | Find a Tender Service (FTS) |
| Notice Type: | Pipeline / planning |
| Buyer: | Ministry of Defence |
| Main Category: | Goods |
| Procurement Method: | — |
| Tender Status: | Pre-tender |
| Estimated Value (ex. VAT): |
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| Estimated Value (inc. VAT): | £10,000,000 |
| Release Date: | 5 August 2026 |
| Application Deadline: | — |
| Contract Start Date: | 1 March 2027 (Estimated) |
| Contract End Date: | 31 March 2030 (Estimated) |
| Contract Duration: | 3.2 years |
| Procurement ID (OCID): | ocds-h6vhtk-06dccb |
| Notice Reference: | 074351-2026 |
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DCTO is looking to procure a multi-role Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) testbed, for the purpose of technology demonstration which can be delivered by the end of FY26/27. The vessel is expected to operate in three primary configurations: • Standalone uncrewed operations from a shore-based Remote Operating Centre (ROC) • Integrated operations alongside a mothership (e.g. embarked or supported by a host platform) • Distributed multi-platform operations alongside other USVs Typical mission profiles will include: • Long-range transits to operating areas • Persistent loiter operations with active payload use • Technology trials involving sensor, autonomy and payload integration