Scope
Description
The Royal Navy requires A fleet of 20 Uncrewed Surface Vessel or
USVs for SURFLOT, these platforms will be utilised for training, Tactic
Development, Warfare Development, Capability Development, and
operations in the UK Are of Responsibility and beyond. This project is to be a spiral development, with the initial platform requirement of USV's to be TRL 4/5, with open architecture for future development, this capability is key to maintaining operational relevance against peer threats. The Hybrid Navy transition will require development and testing of new technologies and whilst much of this work will be conducted by Navy Development, Disruptive capabilities, and technology officer, the SURFLOT Fleet of USVs will act as test beds to provide Learning from experience. Engineering support for OEM integration of spiral capabilities will be considered as part of the bid process. Works of this Project will have a focus on the South, South west regions. The expected Contract value is up to £10m including VAT, Funding for this project will be provided in part by UK Defence Innovation organisation (UKDI). Funding for this project is subject to internal approvals; the authority is proceeding with participation phase but will not issue a Tender until funding is approved for spend.
Total value (estimated)
- £8,333,333.33 excluding VAT
- £10,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 9 February 2026 to 8 February 2028
- 2 years
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 73423000 - Development of military vehicles
- 35400000 - Military vehicles and associated parts
Engagement
Engagement deadline
10 November 2025
Engagement process description
This Project will be placed using Commercial X's Dynamic
market, using the competitive flexible procedure, suppliers must
on board onboard to proceed with this project.
Please ensure that you onboard to the Commercial X Dynamic Market to participate.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
10 November 2025
Contracting authority
Ministry of Defence
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHVX-4316-ZVGZ
Ministry of Defence Main Building
London
SW1A 2EU
United Kingdom
Email: james.martin285@mod.gov.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government