Position, Navigation, & Timing at the Tactical Edge – Cyber & Specialist Operations Command (CSOC)
Below is a brief summary. Please check the full solicitation before applying (link in resources section).
Executive Summary:
Cyber & Specialist Operations Command (CSOC) is seeking Assured and Alternate Position, Navigation, & Timing (APNT) technologies that enable military forces to operate effectively in GNSS-denied, contested, or degraded environments. This call supports market research via Vulcan scout card submissions for solutions applicable to dismounted soldiers, vehicles, maritime platforms, and uncrewed systems. Submissions are due by April 30, 2026.
How much funding would I receive?
Est. $500K to $5 million. No funding amount is specified in the source materials. This call is explicitly positioned as market research, not a guaranteed funding award however almost certainly selected technologies will inform future procurement, trials, and funded programs.
What could I use the funding for?
Cyber & Specialist Operations Command is interested in Assured and Alternate Position, Navigation, & Timing (APNT) technologies for use by dismounted soldiers or on vehicle platforms, both static and on-the-move. The proposals should be able to contribute to the ability for Force Elements to continue to operate in a GNSS denied, contested, or degraded environment.
Potential use cases could include:
Dismounted Soldier
Maritime Mobility (Surface and Sub-Surface)
Land Mobility Vehicles
Uncrewed Vehicles (in all domains)
Technologies should be compatible with existing systems (i.e. plug and play) and may be hardware based or software based (for example, data fusion engines).
Are there any additional benefits I would receive?
Beyond any future funding opportunity, participation offers meaningful indirect benefits:
Government Validation and Strategic Visibility:
Engaging directly with CSOC provides early validation from the UK Ministry of Defence’s lead command for cyber and specialist operations, signaling relevance to NATO-aligned defence priorities.
Positioning for Follow-On Contracts:
Market research submissions often inform future trials, procurements, and funded defense programs, positioning companies early in the acquisition pipeline.
Access to a High-Value Defence Ecosystem:
CSOC operates across cyber, intelligence, special operations, and electromagnetic domains, creating downstream opportunities for collaboration with allied forces, primes, and specialist units.
What is the timeline to apply and when would I receive funding?
Submission Deadline: April 30, 2026 at 18:59 CDT
No funding or award timeline is specified in the materials.
Where does this funding come from?
This opportunity is issued by the Cyber & Specialist Operations Command (CSOC) of the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence. No specific funding vehicle or appropriation is identified.
Who is eligible to apply?
Everyone - including US Companies.
What companies and projects are likely to win?
Based on the stated interests, strong submissions are likely to demonstrate:
Proven or plausible performance in GNSS-denied or contested environments
Applicability across multiple platforms or domains
Plug-and-play compatibility with existing systems
Maturity suitable for military evaluation or experimentation
Are there any restrictions I should know about?
Duplicate scout cards are not permitted and will be removed.
How long will it take me to prepare an application?
Initial participation requires submission of a Scout Card. For a first time applicant this will take 20-40 hours to submit without assistance from BW&CO.
How can BW&CO help?
Our team specializes in complex federal R&D proposals and can:
Triple your likelihood of success through proven strategy and insider-aligned proposal development
Reduce your time spent on the proposal by 50–80%, letting your team focus on technology and operations
Ensure you are targeting the best opportunity for your project and positioning your company for long-term growth under Federal & State R&D Initiatives.
How much would BW&CO Charge?
Our full service support is available for a flat fee of $4,000 for the Scout Card Submission.
Fractional support is $300 per hour.
For startups, we offer a discounted rate of $250 per hour to make top-tier consulting more accessible while maintaining the same level of strategic guidance and proposal quality.
Additional Resources
Review the solicitation here.