For first time, Ukraine is tendering ground robots to ministry-set specifications and no maker can take more than half of any class
The Defense Procurement Agency is applying the tender template it introduced for fiber-optic drones three days ago.
Ukraine has begun tendering ground robots to the Defense Ministry, adhering to specifications set by the ministry rather than approving individual models. This new process, which took effect three days ago, is being applied to other weapon categories as well, such as fiber-optic FPV drones. The Defense Procurement Agency will now purchase logistics and strike ground robotic complexes in classes, with multiple lots per class and no single supplier allowed to take more than half of any class.
Complexes will be divided into classes based on operating range and payload, with four to five lots per class. No manufacturer may secure more than half the order within a single class. Suppliers must meet technical specifications and possess at least one codified ground robotic complex. This procurement method is expected to allow Ukraine to acquire more equipment for the same budget while reducing the risk of supply disruptions by distributing the order among various manufacturers.
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