Opportunity overview
Uncrewed Air Systems (UAS) are a key threat in modern conflict. To understand the current maturity in the application of Laser Directed Energy Weapon (LDEW) technology against this threat, UK MOD is seeking companies to submit proposals for the following: • LDEW system (effector, power, cooling, sensor) to destroy small UAS at ranges of 1km+ • Availability to deliver within 12 months ideally • System to be hosted on a land vehicle platform • UK system content to be declared – 50% by value and above expected • Total budget up to £20M for multiple systems • Collaboration between industry partners to form a solution welcomed Testing range/facilities to be provided by government, as a demonstration of systems would be required as part of any procurement.
Classification
- CPV35730000 — Electronic warfare systems and counter measures
- CPV73400000 — Research and Development services on security and defence materials
- CPV73410000 — Military research and technology
- CPV73421000 — Development of security equipment
- CPV75220000 — Defence services
Lots
- Lot 1Value not stated
Documents and notices
- Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a TenderOpen source ↗