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The 'Human Machine Teaming Framework - Lot 6.1b-1' is a specific contract under the UK Ministry of Defence's Human Machine Teaming (HMT) Framework, valued at 3,907,200 GBP, focused on experimentation and small-scale procurement of Robotic and Autonomous Systems (RAS). This lot likely pertains to sub-4kg Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) or related military research and technology, supporting the development of human-machine teams for battlefield applications including AI, robotics, and networked sensors. The broader HMT Framework, with ยฃ300M headroom extending to March 2026, enables iterative development of RAS capabilities for operational and mission support.
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/041502fe-adb1-4b7d-8b4b-03239310b79d