Contracts for Innovation: Counter UAS Demonstrations in Prison Environments
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Funding
Contact funder
Location
England
Applications
Open until 28 October 2026
This grant offers a share of £900,000 to test and demonstrate counter-drone technologies in UK prisons. Your technology must be able to detect and track drones within prison grounds. The funding includes VAT. The deadline to apply is 28 October 2026.
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Technology must detect and track drones within UK prison estates
- Solutions must be low-cost
- Funding is inclusive of VAT
This is for businesses in England that develop counter-drone or drone detection technology. You should be able to demonstrate your solution works in a prison environment. It is not suitable for businesses outside drone detection or security technology.
Regions
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Full details from Innovate UK Business Connect
Organisations can apply for a share of £900,000, inclusive of VAT, to demonstrate and test low-cost counter uncrewed aerial system (C-UAS) technologies that are able to detect and track drones within UK prison estates.
Apply through Innovate UK Business Connect. Check the Innovate UK portal for application details and any expression of interest requirements. The deadline is 28 October 2026.
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