Scope
Reference
RM6393
Description
Specialised military grade tactical communication and information systems, including hardware, software and associated design and implementation and support services. To be deployed in active battlefield environments for critical real-time operational tactical communications. Potential cross government Defence and Security sectoral applications. Expands on the offering under Lot 1c of the RM6116 Network Services 3 agreement to include solution design, implementation, support and software.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £8,000,000,000 excluding VAT
- £9,600,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 10 June 2026 to 9 June 2034
- 8 years
Main procurement category
Services
Additional procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services
- 35712000 - Tactical command, control and communication systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
Engagement
Engagement deadline
9 December 2025
Engagement process description
Engagement process description
Following the recent RFI, MOD has prepared a supplier briefing video, which outlines the expected framework lot structure and the proposed capabilities in each lot. The video also gives the anticipated timeline for the procurement process.
Industry can ask questions about the briefing and advise of their interest in this framework by completing the Response MS Form. The closing date for receipt of any feedback is 1700 hrs 24th November 2025.
To watch the video please click here: https://youtu.be/ooT_m7cJOXU
Please provide your feedback by completing the Response MS Form: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=7WB3vlNZS0iuldChbfoJ5QAymZWQn9pHlBHhQWcA9_1UMlBDN1QxWTFNWlBLSFc3TFdBRkFMRDNITS4u&route=shorturl
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contracting authority
Crown Commercial Service
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBZB-4962-TVLR
9th Floor, The Capital, Old Hall Street
Liverpool
L3 9PP
United Kingdom
Region: UKD72 - Liverpool
Organisation type: Public authority - central government