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    ContractsCounter-UAS Testing and Evaluation Services for Prison Environments
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    Counter-UAS Testing and Evaluation Services for Prison Environments

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    6 Nov 2026 · in 27 days

    Supplier needed to deliver counter-drone system testing and evaluation services in prison settings, including facilities, equipment, multiple drone types, and certified pilots.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· South WestPublished 9 Oct 2026· YesterdayviaFind a Tender
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    27d
    6 Nov 2026 · in 27 days

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    • Contract value
      est.£80,000
      Pounds sterling
    • Tender closes
      6 Nov 2026
      27 days left
    • Sector
      Research & Innovation
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom
      South West

    Lifecycle

    Open

    27 days left to bid. Opened yesterday, deadline 6 Nov 2026.

    9 Oct 20266 Nov 2026

    Brief

    UKRI is seeking a qualified supplier to conduct comprehensive testing and evaluation of Counter-UAS (drone detection and mitigation) systems for a prison environment competition. The supplier must provide: complete test facilities equipped to safely conduct drone operations; experienced personnel to manage and oversee testing; all necessary testing equipment and infrastructure; a range of operational drones representing different threat profiles; and one or more certified drone pilots with demonstrated expertise in controlled flight operations. This is a specialized procurement requiring both technical facilities and qualified aviation professionals to ensure thorough and safe evaluation of C-UAS demonstration units.

    Track record

    4 awards · 4 winners
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    Publisher
    UK Cabinet Office
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    find-tender.service.gov.uk
    Record ID
    ocds-h6vhtk-07850b

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