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    ContractsUK Sovereign Space Surveillance Radar System - Manufacturing and Software
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    UK Sovereign Space Surveillance Radar System - Manufacturing and Software

    Contract value
    £25m
    Published 22 May 2026

    DSIT seeks a supplier to manufacture and deliver a sovereign high-power space surveillance radar system for the Southern Hemisphere, with an estimated contract value of £25 million.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· EnglandPublished 22 May 2026· 3 months agoviaFind a Tender
    Contract value
    £25m
    Published 22 May 2026

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Contract value
      £25,000,000indicative
      Pounds sterling
    • Closing date
      Rolling
      No closing date published
    • Sector
      Research & Innovation
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom
      England

    Lifecycle

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    Open tender — no closing date published. Opened 3 months ago.

    22 May 2026
    Open tender · no closing date published

    Brief

    The UK Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) is seeking a supplier to design, manufacture, and deliver a sovereign, high-power space surveillance radar system for deployment in the Southern Hemisphere. This radar will enhance the UK's Space Surveillance and Tracking (SST) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) capabilities, enabling detection and tracking of satellites and space debris in Low Earth Orbit. Key Deliverables: • Design and manufacturing of a ~1 MW class radar system • Associated software capabilities for radar operation • Support for installation, systems integration, alignment, testing and commissioning • Integration with the National Space Operations Centre (NSpOC) operational architectures • Handover documentation, training, and assurance materials • Post-handover maintenance and support The supplier will work with DSIT and an appointed infrastructure contractor on installation activities. A Selection Questionnaire will be issued on 21 September 2026 to assess technical capability, security clearance arrangements, organisational compliance, and supply chain dependencies. Estimated Contract Value: £25 million (excluding VAT) - indicative and subject to change based on internal due diligence, final scope confirmation, funding availability, and UK Government approvals. Note: This is a split procurement; contract UKSAC26_0047 will cover enabling works and installation separately. Raytheon Systems Limited is conducting a feasibility study; final specifications will be provided to shortlisted bidders under NDA.

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    Publisher
    UK Cabinet Office
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    find-tender.service.gov.uk
    Record ID
    ocds-h6vhtk-069e5c
    DF
    Buyer
    Department for Science, Innovation & Technology
    Sector
    Research & Innovation