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The Authority has a need for assurance vetting of Ocean Tankers under contract to the Authority, either directly, or obtained by fuel Suppliers for delivery to the Authority’s sites under the Authority’s fuel supply contracts. The Authority has two ships on long term charter, which provide the majority of the Authority’s fuel transport requirement. These ships will require annual TMSA. The Authority also takes some fuel consignments under Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) conditions. Under DDP, the supplier of the fuel is responsible for delivery, which normally involves that company chartering a ship on the spot market. The Authority therefore requires an expert provider of vessel risk evaluation services to provide a vetting service. The estimated contract duration for this requirement is 5 years and will run from Februrary 2027 until February 2032. UK1 Pipeline Notice Reference - ocds-h6vhtk-06d67a

This is a UK2 Preliminary Market Engagement Notice for the PRIMUS II Ground Station Support Solution. Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) is preparing the market to provide suppliers the opportunity to deliver a comprehensive support solution for the PRIMUS Ground Station. This requirement covers through-life support for hardware and software of the Ground Station. This procurement shall be considered for competitive tender via the Space Technology Solutions Dynamic Market (RM6370), should you be interested in this procurement - please register to the Dynamic Market. Further notices relating to the requirement will be published on the Find a Tender Service in due course. Link to The Space Technology Solutions Dynamic Market: https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/dm/RM6370?nav=0 Update: The Authority has amended the estimated dates for this notice for PRIMUS II In‑Service Support Solution. The Authority wishes to thank suppliers for the time and attention given to the material issued to date, and advises suppliers to remain alert to future procurement activity.

The UKs independent nuclear deterrent has existed for over 60 years to deter the most extreme threats to our national security and way of life, and that of our NATO Allies. UK nuclear policymakers will be confronted with an array of challenges in the coming decades, including from major nuclear armed states, emerging nuclear states and state-sponsored nuclear terrorism. The complexity and breadth of these challenges require the UK to consider how to adapt its approach to deterrence across the spectrum of conflict, including nuclear and strategic deterrence. This, in turn, requires an intellectual capability that can assist UK policymakers in understanding the new security dynamic and its implications for future deterrence requirements. The MoD is committed to not only developing this expertise within Government, but through a thriving and robust civil society which can provide valuable research and challenge to Government on these issues. The Nuclear Deterrence Fund (NDF) is a £3.3m pilot programme which will run between FY24-27 to stimulate wider UK expertise in nuclear deterrence issues and to generate a research base to support nuclear deterrence policymaking. The Nuclear Deterrence Fund is not currently accepting new applications. Please monitor the Find a Tender Service for future opportunities.

UK government is acting on the Strategic Defence Review's recommendations by investing in an 'always on' pipeline for munitions including building of up to six new energetics and munitions factories in the UK. Following on from the previous Strategic Defence Review - Energetics Information Notice (Published 19 Nov 25), companies have been selected for Feasibility Studies which shall run concurrently and independently to this process. The purpose of this notice is to communicate the MoD's intention for investment windows to support the construction of new energetic materials manufacturing facilities. Investment is expected to be through capital grants subject to approval within the Full Business Case (FBC). Any company can apply to any or all investment windows regardless of having prior engagement with MoD. The MoD expects there to be multiple investment windows, during which companies may submit proposals for MoD funding. The first of these windows is planned to open in Q3 2026 with following windows planned for Q2 2027 and Q4 2027. Each of these windows is expected to be open for 3 months and may be extended. Further information on the investment available will be shared in due course. MoD funding is expected to be no more than £45 million per proposal or 50% of the overall cost, whichever is smaller, subject to the available funding within each window, and meeting VFM and affordability criteria which will be confirmed in due course .MoD investment will sit alongside the wider support opportunities offered by HM Government.

The Gladiator and Spartan Core Systems and Services Contract aims to: a. Sustain and Enhance existing Gladiator System Capabilities b. Support the exploitation and benefits of the capability through the integration of Platforms. c. Support Interoperability Across Defence Forces d. Adapt the capability to emergent synthetic training use cases, subject to additional funding and approvals. This may include, for example, the potential Royal Navy SPARTAN requirement as indicated below. The Gladiator system is a MOD-owned innovative, distributed, synthetic operational training capability that delivers high-fidelity, secure, and cost-effective team and collective training for Force Elements (FE); its agility has also enabled the RAF to use the capability for other modelling and simulation-based activities. It enables training across multiple domains alongside partner nations, and at a scale and complexity not achievable in live environments. By linking simulators to a central hub, Gladiator overcomes real-world constraints such as airspace limitations, costs, environmental factors, and operational security, providing a safe and scalable training solution. SPARTAN will aim to leverage the technology, systems and services developed by the Gladiator Programme to build a Distributed Synthetic Training Hub to deliver Maritime Collective Training to RN surface units. This will require a Hub that can develop, deliver and debrief training scenarios and synthetic tracks via Tactical Data Links. Initially the intention is that this should be developed using the existing capabilities of Gladiator, however SPARTAN may necessitate the development and integration of additional simulation applications, new digital assets, scenarios, and terrains to deliver training scenarios to evolve with the complexity, mass and speed of modern threats. This tender notice is for the award of a public contract through a competitive flexible procedure in accordance with section 20(1) and (2)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. It is considered a Defence and Security Contract due to its scope and therefore the relevant provisions of the Procurement Act 2023 relating to defence and security contracts are applicable. The Gladiator & Spartan Core Systems and Services contract will be initially for 5 years with the discretionary option to extend for a further 2 years and will be delivered as a managed service. Certain information required to deliver the Gladiator & Spartan Service is classified up to and including SECRET (UK or NATO). Suppliers must have the necessary Personal Security Clearances (PSCs). Suppliers that do not hold security clearance would need to obtain by contract award. Further security requirements will be detailed during the tender process as part of the PSQ and subsequent invitation to tender. The Cyber Risk Profile for this requirement identified by the Cyber Risk Assessment is High (Reference - RAR-250303A03) It is anticipated that TUPE will apply to this requirement. A previous Planned procurement notice was published under Notice Reference 2026/S 000-046380 Please note, this is an amendment to the 715763450 - Gladiator and Spartan Core Systems and Services-UK4. Changes made to Procurement Description (UK4_21) only. The changes are intended to provide clarity only, and are not a change to the scope or requirement. Please note this is an update, as above, only. The PSQ has closed and will not be re-opened. Original notice can be found at: https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/toolkit/noticeFts/info/1588240/view.si#fh

Defence-wide, global, hardware and software maintenance, repair and support services of ICT equipment. The Supplier shall provide an integrated, secure and responsive support service for the systems and services. The service shall combine remote and on-site support, preventive maintenance, administration, break-fix, documentation, asset management, security support and service management.

Provision of Mediation Services to the Armed Forces and MOD Civil Servants. A 2 year contract with potential for 2 plus 1 year option years.

The Authority intends to establish a framework for the provision of Personal Load Carriage Equipment (PLCE), including a range of textile-based equipment and accessories such as pouches, rucksacks, fasteners and associated components. The estimated value of the framework is £37 million over an eight-year term. The framework will provide for the supply and ongoing support of these items throughout the contract period.

The Authority has a potential requirement for a minimum of one (1) Modular A-Frame, associated equipment and in-service support. The A-Frame will form part of a Launch and Recovery (L&R) System, and will support UK Royal Navy’s (RN) operations, training activities, and assessment of suitability for wider application across RN vessels. More requirement detail can be found in the Request for Information (RFI), attached within the Opportunity Listing linked below. The Authority is considering a procurement that may also include provision for the purchase of additional quantities of A-Frames, associated equipment, spares, training, maintenance and other related goods and services. Note that the Total Value stated below is indicative only, and has been estimated on the basis that potential additional requirements and Options may be included. The quantities, scope and duration of any such requirements remain under development and will be determined by the Authority in accordance with its future operational requirements, funding and procurement strategy. The Commercial/procurement strategy (incl. route-to-market approach), support arrangements, and delivery schedule/profile (etc.) remain under development. *NOTE: the PMEN and RFI do NOT represent a commitment to future procurement activity. Following the conclusion of this PMEN/RFI, the Authority may (at its sole discretion) decide to proceed with the procurement as planned, proceed via a different procurement/commercial route, or not proceed at all.*

The Ministry of Defence anticipates a future requirement for the provision of European Agency Fuel Card services. The requirement is expected to include access to roadside fuels, vehicle additives and electric vehicle charging facilities across Europe, supported by card management, billing, reporting and control services. This Pipeline Notice is intended to provide early visibility of a potential forthcoming procurement and does not constitute a call for competition or a commitment by the Authority to commence a procurement process.

NCGI Caching Capability Support - The National Centre for Geospatial Intelligence (NCGI) has long had a requirement to cache Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) to support intelligence analysis, operations and enhance user experience. Currently, there is no existing capability for caching data consistently across the organisation.

The Authority has a requirement to sustain and support a range of specialist mechanical, electro-mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, including diving and atmosphere monitoring equipment, used in a marine environment. This is expected to include: • Sourcing and procurement of items in support of equipment installation and modifications; • Provision of maintenance and repair services for items of equipment; • Provision of Post Design Engineering Services (PDES); • Obsolescence Management; • Maintenance of third-party Certification at equipment level; • Cleaning and packaging of equipment to an oxygen clean standard, typically DEFSTAN 68-278; • Packaging of equipment to DEFSTAN 81-41; • Support of equipment subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

THE PURCHASE OF 6X VIDS-210/LS CABLES AS DETAILED IN THE GD DRAWING CABLE ASSEMBLY, VIDSOD400410 FOR TAIPAN

The Authority has a need for assurance vetting of Ocean Tankers under contract to the Authority, either directly, or obtained by fuel Suppliers for delivery to the Authority’s sites under the Authority’s fuel supply contracts. The Authority has two ships on long term charter, which provide the majority of the Authority’s fuel transport requirement. These ships will require annual TMSA. The Authority also takes some fuel consignments under Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) conditions. Under DDP, the supplier of the fuel is responsible for delivery, which normally involves that company chartering a ship on the spot market. The Authority therefore requires an expert provider of vessel risk evaluation services to provide a vetting service. The estimated contract duration for this requirement is 5 years and will run from Februrary 2027 until February 2032.

Cisco EA - Reseller Agreement

The intended procurement is for an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) Emergency Recovery System (ERS) to provide the Ministry of Defence with a safer, more controlled and lower-risk method of recovering AUVs during non-standard or emergency recovery operations. The system should be capable of supporting the recovery of an AUV up to 7 metres in length and up to 3 tonnes in weight, either independently or in conjunction with existing vessel crane arrangements. It should be compatible with a broad range of vessels including varying deck layouts, freeboards, crane configurations and operational constraints. The ERS is intended to reduce reliance on improvised recovery arrangements and improve operational resilience where the primary recovery system is unavailable or unsuitable. The system should reduce personnel exposure at the vessel edge, help mitigate the risk of person overboard incidents, and reduce the likelihood of damage to the AUV or host vessel. The Authority is also interested in solutions that are simple to rig, transportable, recoverable in challenging maritime conditions, and support emergency recovery scenarios where the AUV has suffered propulsion, communications, navigation or power-system failures. The ERS should be suitable for use in the maritime environment, capable of repeated operational use, and supplied with the necessary certification, operating instructions, maintenance information and inspection requirements to support safe use and through-life assurance. The Authority is also interested in any maintenance and support services, as well as options around operational training, where these are applicable. The Authority will be interested in average lead times from the point of order placement to delivery. The Authority is conducting market research to understand available recovery technologies, innovation potential, vessel integration considerations, certification requirements and value for money within the market. Subject to funding and approvals, the Authority may issue a contract notice for this requirement with delivery within financial year 2026/2027, subject to lead times. In issuing this Prior Procurement Notice (PPN) and engaging with the market, the MoD are not obligated to commit to carrying out any procurement in relation to the information stated in this PPN.