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TacNet Design and Integration Partner

Ministry of Defence, DIO,contractFind a Tender ↗Ref ocds-h6vhtk-06824dProcurement Act 2023Defence & securitySME suitablepending

Estimated value

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Awarded value

£15.4m

Suppliers

1

1 SME

Lots

1

1 awarded

Published

14 Apr 2026

Description

This procurement is for the continuation of support services and development to the Tactical Networks (TacNet) Dismounted Data System (DDS). The DDS capability is described as providing tactical communications and situational awareness. It is developed through new software and hardware, including the integration of sensors and effectors that are pivotal to support 4 Light Brigade Combat Team (4LBCT) in its ability to double and triple the Brigades lethality by the end of the decade. The DDS is also selected as the capability of choice to meet the requirements for continuous spiral development and scaling to all Light Force Brigades.

Scope

Reference
ocds-h6vhtk-06824d
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Submission & procedure

Procedure
Direct award

Award details

Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.

Awarded value

£15.4m

Award date

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Contract start

31 Aug 2026

Contract end

31 Mar 2027

Awarded to
RT
Rowden Technologies
CH 09981110
SME