Opportunity Overview
DCTO is looking to procure a multi-role Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) testbed, for the purpose of technology demonstration which can be delivered by the end of FY26/27. The vessel is expected to operate in three primary configurations:
• Standalone uncrewed operations from a shore-based Remote Operating Centre (ROC)
• Integrated operations alongside a mothership (e.g. embarked or supported by a host platform)
• Distributed multi-platform operations alongside other USVs
Typical mission profiles will include:
• Long-range transits to operating areas
• Persistent loiter operations with active payload use
• Technology trials involving sensor, autonomy and payload integration
• Standalone uncrewed operations from a shore-based Remote Operating Centre (ROC)
• Integrated operations alongside a mothership (e.g. embarked or supported by a host platform)
• Distributed multi-platform operations alongside other USVs
Typical mission profiles will include:
• Long-range transits to operating areas
• Persistent loiter operations with active payload use
• Technology trials involving sensor, autonomy and payload integration
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| Issuing agency | Ministry of Defence |
|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Category | Government Procurement |
| Estimated value | $10.6M |
| Published | August 05, 2026 |
| Procurement stage | Request for Proposal (RFP) |
| Response due | Not specified / rolling |
| Status | Open — accepting responses |
| Official source | View original notice |
| Last verified | October 11, 2026 |
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: UK Government (Find a Tender).
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