AwardedAwarded 1 September 2026

TacNet Design and Integration Partner

Ministry of Defence · Central government

In brief

Ministry of Defence awarded architecture and engineering work to Rowden Technologies on 1 September 2026.

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What the notice says

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.

Who won

WinnerValueDates
Rowden Technologies (SME)£20,703,891
Awarded 20 August 2026
1 September 2026 to 31 March 2028

Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.

Timeline

  1. Contract award notice · UK6, notice 079461-2026
  2. Contract details notice · UK7, notice 087700-2026

About the buyer

Ministry of DefenceLast 12 months

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449

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From notice 079461-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 20 August 2026, last updated 16 September 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.