715728455 - Procurement and In-Service Support of Remote Case Entry (RCE) System - UK1

The PROTECT Delivery Team (DT) are considering initiating a project for the Procurement and In-Service Support of 3 Remote Case entry systems with the option to procure and support a further 3 systems.

The Remote Case Entry system shall provide a portable abrasive cutting capability, capable of performing cuts either remotely or semi-remotely through materials up to 40mm thick mild steel cases of Air Dropped weapons, and it should be operable at a safe distance of 250m. The cutting process must be designed to generate no significant heat, thereby mitigating the risk of inadvertently triggering or activating any sensitive devices in the vicinity. The system is expected to be portable, deployable, and robust, suitable for use in all environmental conditions.

It is the Authority’s intention to award a Contract for delivery of equipment and 10 years of In-Service Support from Full Operating Capability (FOC) including options, for a supplier to deliver this requirement and provide maintenance, training and supportability (through life support). A total contract duration of 11 Years and 4 months, including options.

It is the Authority’s intent to invite participation from suppliers who can demonstrate they are commercially compliant and can meet the technical requirements.

The Authority intends to release a Project Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) associated with this opportunity, currently scheduled for 27 February 2026. This an estimated date and subject to change.

Please note market engagement was previously conducted in the form supplier briefs and can be found here:

FTS Ref – Project 1 - 2024/S 000-021192

CF – Project 1 - 71160d74-a7a5-430e-97e8-4e79bad8ee52

In issuing this UK1 notice, The Authority is not committing to commence with any procurement in relation to the requirements stated in this Notice.