The Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (NDMA) is, on behalf of the Norwegian Armed Forces, looking to procure counter-uncrewed aerial systems technology with the ability to detect, identify, engage and neutralise Class 1 drone threats.
The tender states that the system should consist of “a command-and-control (C2) system, sensors and effectors (kinetic and/or non-kinetic), with the necessary integrations with the Norwegian Armed Forces command and control systems”. The systems are intended for the protection of stationary objects, installations and air bases. In addition, a service contract will be signed for support of the system.
The competition is split in two parts, with the first phase being a prequalification of the tenderers. Tenderers who have been qualified will be evaluated in accordance with the stated selection criteria and ranked thereafter.
“Based on the ranking, NDMA will make a down selection where the top 5-10 tenderers will be offered to participate in the second phase of the competition. In the second phase of the competition, tenderers will be sent invitations to phase 2 of the competition, with all necessary information for the procurement, tendering rules and NDMA’s requirements on the system and components. After expiry of deadline for submission of tenders, NDMA will evaluate all offers in accordance with the award criteria. The award criteria will be presented in phase 2.”
The three best tenderers are required to sign a security agreement with NDMA and will receive an invitation to participate in the negotiations and compete for the award of contract.
The maximum value of the framework agreement is approximately EUR65M. The deadline for receipt of requests to participate is December 13, 2024.
For more information
NDMA tender at the European tender portal
Image: Malene Hermansen Flekke, Norwegian Armed Forces
