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Original titleSatellite Communications (SATCOM) for Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Platforms
The UK MOD is seeking information from suppliers capable of providing low SWaP Satellite Communications (SATCOM) solutions for Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle (UAV) platforms. This preliminary market engagement is intended to improve our understanding of available technologies, integration considerations, commercial models and potential future capability development. We welcome responses from defence suppliers, SMEs and commercial SATCOM providers with relevant solutions or innovative approaches. To receive the Request for Information (RFI), please contact: Danielle Daley danielle.daley117@mod.gov.uk Expressions of interest are requested by 26 October 2026. Please note this is a market engagement activity only and does not constitute a procurement or invitation to tender.
Notice 098697-2026
AI summary of the notice
The UK Ministry of Defence is planning to procure Satellite Communications (SATCOM) to provide secure Beyond Line-of-Sight (BLoS) connectivity for Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle (UAV) operations, enabling data exchange between the UAV and ground-based operators. The engagement is at an early information-gathering stage, and any future procurement will be a separate process.
The Authority is undertaking Preliminary Market Engagement to understand the availability, maturity and feasibility of Satellite Communications (SATCOM) provide secure Beyond Line-of-Sight (BLoS) connectivity for Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle (UAV) operations, enabling data exchange between the UAV and ground-based operators.
This activity is conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 (Sections 16–17) and is for information gathering only. It does not form part of a formal tendering process and will not be used for supplier selection or down‑selection. Participation is voluntary. All communication related to this notice and form submission is at OFFICIAL.
Suppliers are invited to complete the following questionnaire to provide information on system capabilities, performance, navigation, deployment, interoperability, compliance, supportability and indicative commercial structures.
By submitting a response, suppliers confirm that all information provided is, to the best of their knowledge, true, complete and accurate.
The Authority may invite suppliers to follow‑on discussions where appropriate. Any future procurement activity will be conducted as a separate procurement process.
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