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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): | Not specified |
| Release Date: | 19 October 2026 |
| Application Deadline: | 11 December 2026 |
| Contract Start Date: | 31 March 2027 (Estimated) |
| Contract End Date: | 1 April 2027 (Estimated) |
| Contract Duration: | 0 months |
| Procurement ID (OCID): | ocds-h6vhtk-078b3e |
| Notice Reference: | 098697-2026 |
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The Authority is undertaking Preliminary Market Engagement to understand the availability, maturity and feasibility of Satellite Communications (SATCOM) provide secure Beyond Line-of-Sight (BLoS) connectivity for Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle (UAV) operations, enabling data exchange between the UAV and ground-based operators. This activity is conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 (Sections 16–17) and is for information gathering only. It does not form part of a formal tendering process and will not be used for supplier selection or down‑selection. Participation is voluntary. All communication related to this notice and form submission is at OFFICIAL. Suppliers are invited to complete the following questionnaire to provide information on system capabilities, performance, navigation, deployment, interoperability, compliance, supportability and indicative commercial structures. By submitting a response, suppliers confirm that all information provided is, to the best of their knowledge, true, complete and accurate. The Authority may invite suppliers to follow‑on discussions where appropriate. Any future procurement activity will be conducted as a separate procurement process.
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