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The purpose of the UASHLC Framework is therefore to support and inform the development of Maritime operating concepts and enable assessment, analysis, exploration and evaluation of the use of UAS for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) payload delivery and broader UAS capabilities.
The Framework is designed specifically to:
i) provide Sponsor / User confidence in the potential for UAS systems to provide recoverable, adaptable, Autonomous/remotely piloted air systems, capable of accurately delivering heavy payloads at range;
ii) enable the Authority to identify and as appropriate fund the most viable solutions in the market for accelerated further development in order to meet the Authority’s minimum requirements (the MVPs) within the timescales stated,
iii) provide the Authority with a mechanism for end users to potentially acquire systems for further evaluation or other use.
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II.2) Quantity or scope of the contract
II.2.1) Total quantity or scope
Estimated value excluding VAT:
£95,000,000
II.3) Duration of the contract or time limit for completion
Duration in months: 40 (from the award of the contract)
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Otro más de RU. En este caso una RFI para un UAS táctico armado: https://www.contracts.mod.uk/esop/toolk ... /detail.si
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Short description of requirement: The UK Army is exploring potential opportunities within the Armed UAS capability. This will look to encompass:
1) A system that has a modular payload interface that allows the user to switch out payloads expediently as the tactical situation evolves
2) A system that is expendable or re-usable depending on the tactical situation and payload
3) An Armed UAS that has a maximum take-off weight (including payload) of 350g
4) A system capable of multiple launching options to suit the tactical situation
5) A system that has a minimum flight time of 20 minutes regardless of payload
To allow:
1) The Authority to understand the marketplace in regard to Armed UAS
2) Industry to introduce possible solutions to the Authority
3) The Authority to understand potential development opportunities
Time-limit:
30/06/2023
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