HECTOR II UK2 · UK public procurement notice

Engagement process description

Key Events and *Dates

9th October 2025: Publication of Request for Information (RFI) via Defence Sourcing Portal

16th October: Industry Day (Site visit and Supplier 1-2-1 sessions)

31st October 2025: Deadline for receipt of RFI responses from industry

*Dates are tentative and subject to change

Industry Day Announcement

We are pleased to announce an Industry Day for the Hector 2 Project, scheduled for 16th October 2025.

This event will take place at Cody Technology Park and will provide an opportunity for industry representatives to:

Engage directly with the Hector 2 Project team

Gain insight into the project requirements

Explore facilities and infrastructure currently supporting the existing contract

Please note that it has not yet been confirmed whether the same facilities will be used for Hector 2 delivery.

The Industry Day will include:

Project Overview: Presentation of requirements by the project team

Site Tour: Guided tour of current facilities and infrastructure

Commercial Dialogue: Discussion of key commercial considerations under review

1-2-1 Engagement Sessions: Individual discussions with the project team (subject to availability*)

Networking Opportunities: Connect with other suppliers, including prime contractors and SMEs

Registration Information

To register your interest, please email Air-CommercialGroupMailbox@mod.gov.uk by 1700 on 10th October 2025, providing:

Your organisation name.

A customer point of contact (with email address and telephone number)

Whether you would like to request a 1-2-1 session with the project team

Confirmation of whether you are happy for your details to be shared with other attendees for networking purposes

Details of any Security Clearances you currently hold

Important details:

Places are limited to one representative per supplier

Confirmation of attendance will be sent by email on 14th October 2025 by 1200.

A draft agenda and event timings will also be included in the confirmation of attendance email.

Additional Notes

Due to time and capacity constraints, it may not be possible to accommodate all 1-2-1 requests during the event. If you request a session but cannot be accommodated on the day, a virtual session may be arranged following the Industry Day.

For those unable to attend, non-commercially sensitive materials shared during the event will be distributed afterwards.

Those who do not currently hold approproiate SC are encouraged to attend but will be required to be escorted while on premises.