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UK Defence Innovation (UKDI, formerly DASA), Ministry of Defence

Tactical Power Challenge (UK Defence Innovation)

Amount

Share of £2.45 million (excluding VAT); a number of proposals may be funded

Deadline

10/11/2026

Industry

Other

Location

National

About this grant

Seeks innovations that help the Army meet the demand for electricity at unit tactical level on exercises and operations. The Innovative Tactical Power Solutions strand funds development from TRL 4 to TRL 6 with £2.45 million in total; a separate Immediate Power Problem strand is unfunded market engagement for TRL 6+ technology. Stage 1 idea overviews close at midday on 10 November 2026 (decisions 17 November); invited Stage 2 proposals are due by midday on 15 December 2026. Successful projects receive an Innovation Standard Contract.

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