UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Rapstone Industry Day
Ministry of DefenceEstimated Value
Up to £0
Deadline
Not specified
Published
9 June 2025
Type
Not specified
Overview
https://contracts.mod.uk/go/856573470197555D29D1 Join Rapstone at Tidworth Lecture Theatre on Thursday 19th June to hear all about who we are and what we’re doing for the British Army! Revolutionise Army Capability: Collaborate with Rapstone Ready to see your innovations directly impact the front line inside 24 months?
Rapstone is the fastest connection to the heart of Army capability development, offering a streamlined, collaborative, and results-driven pathway to collaborate with the British Army. We’re NOT a programme.
We're a catalyst. Rapstone is a dedicated team bridging the gap between cutting-edge industry expertise, the evolving needs while delivering capability into the hands of the modern Warfighter.
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What makes Rapstone different? ● Engagement: Rapstone provides the single fastest, clear point of contact, connecting you directly with the Warfighter and their critical capability needs. ● Crystal-Clear Challenges: We present Army requirements in plain English, eliminating ambiguity and ensuring your team understands the mission from day one.
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We're empowering industry leaders like you; to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of defence capability procurement and delivery. Driving a fielded capability inside 24 months from engagement into the hands of the modern Warfighter within a 5th generation battlespace.
No more guessing games – just clearly defined problems ripe for innovative solutions. ● True Collaboration: We foster a culture of transparency, honesty, and genuine collaboration. We believe in building strong, long-term relationships with industry, working together as one team. ● Early Engagement: Get involved from the ground up.
Rapstone facilitates early engagement, allowing you to influence the direction of capability development and maximise the impact of your technology. ● Open Innovation Ecosystem: We're building a vibrant community with industry, fostering collaboration and cross-pollination of ideas. Join a network of like-minded innovators pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
Your Opportunity: ● Shape the Future: Help us refine the engagement model and define how industry collaborates with the Army. Your expertise is invaluable in creating a truly effective relationship. ● Drive Transformation: Challenge the status quo and bring your most innovative solutions to the table.
Rapstone is looking for collaboration from industry to disrupt and transform Army capability at speed. ● Make a Real Difference: Contribute directly to enhancing the fighting power and effectiveness of the British Army. See your work translate into tangible improvements on the front line.
The Ask: ● Trust Rapstone: We're committed to building a mutually beneficial relationship. ● Collaborate Fearlessly: Share your expertise, partner with other industry providers, and work collaboratively at all levels. ● Innovate Boldly: Challenge assumptions, push boundaries, and bring your most transformative ideas to the table. The Outcome: Together, Rapstone with industry will deliver the next generation of Army capability, directly supporting the Chief of the General Staff's vision for a 2x fighting power effect by 2027.
Join a team that's making a real difference. Ready to revolutionise Army capability, 24 months from engagement to a capability being in the hands of the Warfighter?
Contact us today to explore opportunities and join the Rapstone revolution. Our key priority areas are: ASGARD, Data & Digital, C-UAS, S-UAS, EMO Competence, Logistics and Support, Unmanned Ground Manoeuvre and Mine Clearance, Effectors, offerings that areTRL8/9 This event will focus on C-UAS, EMO Competence, Logistics and Support, Unmanned Ground Manoeuvre and Mine Clearance, Effectors.
Sensor, Decider, Effector, Sustainer. If you wish to join us, please send your expression of interest by 1600 on Monday 16th June to “Guy.Francis135@mod.gov.uk” with details of your company and names of those who wish to attend. Please note, depending on interest we may limit attendance to 1 person per company.
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Likely incumbents
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- 1
ROWDEN TECHNOLOGIES LTD
£56m
total awarded
- 2
Thales UK Limited
6 contracts wonlatest 10 Aug 2026ends 31 Aug 2029£4bn
total awarded
- 3
Akhter Computers Limited
4 contracts wonlatest 20 Aug 2026ends 31 Aug 2030£683,863
total awarded
- 4
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
4 contracts wonlatest 17 Aug 2026£630,955
total awarded
- 5
Worthington Industrial Products Ltd
4 contracts wonlatest 31 Jul 2026ends 31 Mar 2027£52,712
total awarded
ROWDEN TECHNOLOGIES LTD is the most likely incumbent based on recency and category match. To win, bidders typically need a clearly differentiated proposition or a price advantage.
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Ministry of DefenceKey Dates
Published
9 June 2025
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