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DASA launches PYRAMID: future-proofing air systems

The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) has launched a new Themed Competition called PYRAMID for avionics and mission systems, aimed at future-proofing air systems.

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Run on behalf of Air Command – Rapid Capabilities Office, this competition seeks proposals that can develop new, or adapt existing, air systems software applications to comply with the PYRAMID Reference Architecture (PRA).

PYRAMID is a UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) initiative to develop time and cost efficient avionics and mission systems to deliver operational advantage. PYRAMID is suitable for both future air systems and legacy systems.

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This DASA Competition will give you the opportunity to align new, or modify existing programmes to demonstrate compliance with PYRAMID. This approach not only offers numerous benefits but also improves compatibility with major air programmes.

Key dates and funding
The total possible funding available for this competition is £4 million (excluding VAT). We expect to fund a number of proposals.

The deadline to submit a proposal is midday 14th January 2025 (GMT).

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Launch Webinar
On Thursday 14th November, join DASA for a competition launch webinar, providing further detail on the challenge area and a chance to ask questions in an open forum. If you would like to participate, please register on the Eventbrite page.

Either attend the launch webinar or reach out to your local Innovation Partner if you have questions on DASA’s application process.

One to One Sessions
A series of 15 minute one-to-one teleconference sessions, giving you the opportunity to ask specific technical questions to the competition team in a closed forum. Registration details for these sessions can be found in the competition document.  

Submit a proposal
If you are interested and have a novel idea that can benefit end-users working in UK Defence and Security, click here to read the full competition document to learn more and submit a proposal.
 

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