Project CALLISTO

Ministry of DefencecontractContracts FinderRef tender_532862/1586346SME suitableopen

Estimated value

£750k

Awarded value

Suppliers

0

Lots

1

0 awarded

Published

06 Jul 2026

Deadline 27 Jul 2026

Description

Project CALLISTO Requirement: Affordable, single use engines for current and future air systems, munitions & One Way systems, to bridge the performance gap between hobbyist, model aircraft engines and higher performance, long-life & more exquisite engines. This phase will consist of design, development and ground testing (in appropriate engine test facilities) of Qty 4 prototype engines. The engines must be affordable and scalable. Any future scaled production requirement is not included under this competition, and if required shall be subject to a separate procurement. LOTS: This procurement is split into TWO Lots: LOT 1 CALLISTO LIGHT is for a smaller, less powerful engine (750N) LOT 2 CALLISTO HEAVY is for a more powerful engine, (1.8-2kN) Tenderers are able to bid for one or both lots. Full details of the requirement and anticipated dates can be found in the linked ITT. Tenderers wishing to take part must submit an ITT on the Defence Sourcing Portal no later than the specified closing date.

Scope

Reference
tender_532862/1586346
Total value
£750,000 excluding VAT
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
15 Oct 2026 to 30 Mar 2027
CPV classifications
71320000
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Submission & procedure

Submission deadline
27 Jul 2026, 11:00 am