Counter-Uncrewed Systems (C-UxS) Framework Agreement

National Armaments – Material (NA-M) intends to place a Closed Framework Agreement using the Competitive Flexible Procedure for the procurement of Counter Uncrewed Systems (C-UxS). UK Ministry of Defence requires solutions to detect, track, identify, record/communicate, and defeat Uncrewed Systems (UxS) and related capabilities including training, evaluation, and integration/management systems.

The Framework Agreement will be placed under the Procurement Act 2023. The estimated contract start date is April 2027.

The Authority is conducting Preliminary Market Engagement (PME). Please refer to the Preliminary Market Engagement Notice (PMEN). The purpose of the PMEN is to gather market intelligence and explore current innovations across the sector. Insights gained through this engagement will support the development of a well-informed requirement and ensure the procurement approach reflects industry best practice and capability. Interested suppliers are invited to participate in the following activities:

• Request for Information
• Demonstration Day

Procurement Route: Procurement Act – Competitive Flexible

Contract Duration: 8 years

Contract Start: 01/04/2027