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UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Rapstone Industry Day

Ministry of Defence · Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

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Opportunity overview

https://contracts.mod.uk/go/856573470197555D29D1 Join Rapstone at Tidworth Lecture Theatre on Thursday 19th June to hear all about who we are and what we’re doing for the British Army! Revolutionise Army Capability: Collaborate with Rapstone Ready to see your innovations directly impact the front line inside 24 months? Rapstone is the fastest connection to the heart of Army capability development, offering a streamlined, collaborative, and results-driven pathway to collaborate with the British Army. We’re NOT a programme. We're a catalyst. Rapstone is a dedicated team bridging the gap between cutting-edge industry expertise, the evolving needs while delivering capability into the hands of the modern Warfighter. We're empowering industry leaders like you; to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of defence capability procurement and delivery. Driving a fielded capability inside 24 months from engagement into the hands of the modern Warfighter within a 5th generation battlespace. What makes Rapstone different? ● Engagement: Rapstone provides the single fastest, clear point of contact, connecting you directly with the Warfighter and their critical capability needs. ● Crystal-Clear Challenges: We present Army requirements in plain English, eliminating ambiguity and ensuring your team understands the mission from day one. No more guessing games – just clearly defined problems ripe for innovative solutions. ● True Collaboration: We foster a culture of transparency, honesty, and genuine collaboration. We believe in building strong, long-term relationships with industry, working together as one team. ● Early Engagement: Get involved from the ground up. Rapstone facilitates early engagement, allowing you to influence the direction of capability development and maximise the impact of your technology. ● Open Innovation Ecosystem: We're building a vibrant community with industry, fostering collaboration and cross-pollination of ideas. Join a network of like-minded innovators pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Your Opportunity: ● Shape the Future: Help us refine the engagement model and define how industry collaborates with the Army. Your expertise is invaluable in creating a truly effective relationship. ● Drive Transformation: Challenge the status quo and bring your most innovative solutions to the table. Rapstone is looking for collaboration from industry to disrupt and transform Army capability at speed. ● Make a Real Difference: Contribute directly to enhancing the fighting power and effectiveness of the British Army. See your work translate into tangible improvements on the front line. The Ask: ● Trust Rapstone: We're committed to building a mutually beneficial relationship. ● Collaborate Fearlessly: Share your expertise, partner with other industry providers, and work collaboratively at all levels. ● Innovate Boldly: Challenge assumptions, push boundaries, and bring your most transformative ideas to the table. The Outcome: Together, Rapstone with industry will deliver the next generation of Army capability, directly supporting the Chief of the General Staff's vision for a 2x fighting power effect by 2027. Join a team that's making a real difference. Ready to revolutionise Army capability, 24 months from engagement to a capability being in the hands of the Warfighter? Contact us today to explore opportunities and join the Rapstone revolution. Our key priority areas are: ASGARD, Data & Digital, C-UAS, S-UAS, EMO Competence, Logistics and Support, Unmanned Ground Manoeuvre and Mine Clearance, Effectors, offerings that areTRL8/9 This event will focus on C-UAS, EMO Competence, Logistics and Support, Unmanned Ground Manoeuvre and Mine Clearance, Effectors. Sensor, Decider, Effector, Sustainer. If you wish to join us, please send your expression of interest by 1600 on Monday 16th June to “Guy.Francis135@mod.gov.uk” with details of your company and names of those who wish to attend. Please note, depending on interest we may limit attendance to 1 person per company.

Classification

  • CPV75221000 — Military defence services

Lots

  • Lot 1Value not stated

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
ocds-h6vhtk-0545a4
Status
planning
Above Threshold
No
Main Procurement Category
services

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Status
planning

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Ends
20 Jun 2025, 23:59
Starts
19 Jun 2025, 00:00

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
75221000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Military defence services

Planning and budget

Documents

Entry 1
Id
031070-2025
Format
text/html
Notice Type
UK2
Description
Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
Document Type
marketEngagementNotice
Published
9 Jun 2025, 16:49

Milestones

Entry 1
Id
engagement
Type
engagement
Status
scheduled
Due
19 Jun 2025, 23:59
Description
Join Rapstone at Tidworth Lecture Theatre on Thursday 19th June to hear all about who we are and what we’re doing for the British Army! If you wish to join us, please send your expression of interest by 1600 on Monday 16th June to “Guy.Francis135@mod.gov.uk” with details of your company and names of those who wish to attend. Please note, depending on interest we may limit attendance to 1 person per company.

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Id
GB-PPON-PHVX-4316-ZVGZ
Name
Ministry of Defence

Roles

buyer

Address

Region
UKJ36
Country
GB
Locality
Andover
Postal Code
SP11 8HJ
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
Army HQ, Monxton Road

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Id
publicAuthorityCentralGovernment
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Description
Public authority - central government

Identifier

Id
PHVX-4316-ZVGZ
Scheme
GB-PPON

Contact

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Andover · UKJ36 · SP11 8HJ · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

1 published notice version reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

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  1. ocds-h6vhtk-0545a4-2025-06-09T16:49:21+01:00Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ·