UK3 - Programme Frontier

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) intends to launch a series of procurements in support of Programme FRONTIER. The Defence AI Centre (DAIC) is hosting an Industry Day on 17th July 2026 to share plans for Programme FRONTIER, a new programme to harness frontier AI for enduring warfighter advantage. FRONTIER is a multi-year commitment which will tackle a range of warfighter problems, starting with AI tools and capabilities that reduce MOD’s cyber risk. Through this Industry Day we will be seeking to identify options in the market for innovative new products and services which can be matured into operational capability on MOD networks, at pace and within months. The procurements are intended to deliver scalable, innovative solutions that enhance operational effectiveness, decision-making, and integration across complex environments. The requirement is expected to align with wider Defence digital and data strategies and support delivery through modern, flexible commercial approaches. This notice is intended to provide early visibility to the market and enable engagement ahead of the formal Tender Notice. Supplier Invitation to Suppliers Conference The MOD is planning to hold a face-to-face Conference for prospective Suppliers on Friday 17th July. For those not able to attend in person, a Teams link will be provided to attend virtually. To promote principles of equal treatment and transparency, this session will also be recorded and can made available to Suppliers who request it. The conference will include a brief introduction from the Programme Team and a run through of the process from the Commercial Team. The intention of this session is three-fold, namely: (1) to explain how Suppliers, especially Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs), can get involved in this opportunity, (2) to promote a common understanding of the Programme’s goals, and (3) to set the behaviours that MOD and Suppliers can expect from each other. The team will introduce the breadth of FRONTIER, which cover