Royal Navy Seeks Low-Cost Fixed-Wing UAS for Naval Target Exercises
Summary
The Royal Navy has published an open early engagement notice seeking industry information on low-cost fixed-wing Class II Unmanned Aerial Systems for use as mobile targets in naval exercises. The notice, published 20 April 2026, closes 5 May 2026 and is open to SMEs and VCSEs. The goal is to assess available specifications to expedite Royal Navy trials and experimentation.
“The Royal Navy is keen to understand the industry options available for low cost fixed wing Class II UAS to be used as a mobile target in various Naval exercises.”
What changed
The Royal Navy published an open early engagement notice on Contracts Finder inviting industry to submit information on low-cost fixed-wing Class II Unmanned Aerial Systems suitable for use as mobile targets in naval exercises. This is an RFI, not a formal tender — the notice explicitly states it is in the early stage of development and judging interest from potential suppliers. The procurement reference is tender_528207/1569863 and responses are due by 5 May 2026.
Suppliers manufacturing low-cost fixed-wing UAS should monitor this notice for potential follow-on tender opportunities. SMEs and VCSEs are explicitly encouraged to participate. Interested parties should contact NAVYCOMRCL-RFI@mod.gov.uk for further information.
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Published date: 20 April 2026
Open early engagement - This means that a procurement idea is currently active, it is in the early stage of development and judging interest from potential suppliers.
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Contract summary
Industry
- Unmanned combat aerial vehicles - 35613100
Location of contract
PO2 8BY
Procurement reference
tender_528207/1569863
Published date
20 April 2026
Closing date
5 May 2026
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
Yes
Description
The Royal Navy is keen to understand the industry options available for low cost fixed wing Class II UAS to be used as a mobile target in various Naval exercises.
Acknowledging the global proliferation of these systems, the goal is to assess the specifications of low-cost options, to further expedite Royal Navy trials and experimentation.
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Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.
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WHALE ISLAND
PORTSMOUTH
PO2 8BY
England
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