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R-Cloud: marketplace for defence science and technology research

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Suppliers of science and technology research can sign up to R-Cloud to access opportunities from across the Ministry of Defence (MOD).

R-Cloud (version 5) is launching in 2026. Building on the success of version 4, the new R-Cloud will be more agile and ready for the future.

We will open version 5 for supplier applications and onboarding in September 2026. We will continue to advertise opportunities through version 4 until version 5 goes fully live in December 2026. You can still apply for version 4 up until December to take part in opportunities during the transition period.

If you’ve already joined R-Cloud (version 4), you will be notified during September 2026 telling you what you’ll need to do to prepare for version 5.

To find out more, attend the R-Cloud (version 5) webinar on 23 September 2026.

Join R-Cloud to gain access to security and defence contracting opportunities across all the MOD’s science and technology research areas (capabilities).

  • all types of supplier: non-traditional defence supplier, micro business, small to medium-sized enterprise (SME), academic institution or large organisation

    • R-Cloud is different from traditional procurement frameworks, enabling suppliers to:

  • apply quickly and easily using the online application process
  • join at any time during the R-Cloud term, because it’s a dynamic agreement
  • receive targeted invitations to bid for opportunities tailored to your key capabilities and skills
  • access opportunities to contract directly with MOD
  • efficiently take up opportunities using R-Cloud’s smooth online tasking process that includes standardised terms and conditions and tasking forms

    • Everything is managed using the online R-Cloud service at https://rcloud.dstl.gov.uk/ - from applying to join, to responding to relevant opportunities.

  • choose the research areas relevant to your capabilities and skills
  • complete the main application including company details
  • provide a technical narrative (statement) to explain your organisation’s experience and capabilities

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