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The contract, titled 'Supply and Maintenance of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles,' is awarded by the UK Ministry of Defence with a value of 245,860 GBP, focusing on the procurement and ongoing support services for UAV systems to enhance operational capabilities. This relatively modest agreement likely covers sustainment, repairs, or smaller-scale supply of drone components, distinct from larger MoD UAV initiatives such as the £65 million Protector UAV build or £129 million drone purchases. It aligns with the UK's broader emphasis on UAV maintenance amid expanding drone programs for the RAF, Army, and Navy.
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/096b0ca2-e430-45ad-934f-3733df8c2ef0