GRiD Defence Systems has been named as a supplier on the Government Commercial Agency’s (GCA) Tactical Communication Systems Framework (RM6393) under Lot 3 (Components).
GCA is the UK’s central commercial and procurement organisation, connecting public and private sectors to achieve the best outcomes for the UK and its citizens. GCA uses its commercial expertise to create a simpler procurement experience that redirects valuable resources into essential public services, creating value for the nation.
The RM6393 agreement provides central government, the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD), emergency services, and broader public sector organisations with a compliant, streamlined route to acquire military-grade tactical communication and information systems.
The Battlespace and All Environments
Modern defence and security operations demand uninterrupted data sharing across land platforms, deployed command posts, and dismounted personnel. Operating in hostile battlespaces and extreme physical environments requires field-proven hardware that withstands extreme temperatures, shock, vibration, dust, and moisture.
Under Lot 3 (Components), GRiD brings highly reliable, rugged computing and display hardware directly to buyers. At GRiD, we design and manufacture military-grade rugged laptops, tablets, displays, and processing architectures built specifically for harsh tactical environments.
Through the RM6393 agreement, GRiD provides:
- High-performance, End User Devices designed to operate reliably at the tactical edge.
- Platform Infrastructure Lot 3 components – including rugged display interfaces, processor and storage units – that integrate into broader command, control, and communication networks.
- Low-EMC, durable platforms that ensure critical operational data, maps, and communications remain accessible when fixed infrastructure is unavailable.
- End-to-end UK design, manufacturing, and through-life support by a British SME.
“Securing a place on the RM6393 framework under Lot 3 reinforces GRiD’s commitment to supporting UK Defence and wider sectors. Our rugged computing solutions are built from the ground up to survive the rigours of the modern battlespace, ensuring frontline operators have dependable, mission-critical processing power wherever they are deployed,” commented Ben Walker, GRiD Defence Systems
Notes to Editors
About Government Commercial Agency (GCA): GCA is an executive agency of the Cabinet Office, supporting the public sector to achieve maximum commercial value when procuring common goods and services.
To find out more about GCA, visit: www.gca.gov.uk
Follow the GCA on X: @gov_procurement
About GRiD Defence Systems GRiD Defence Systems is a leading UK manufacturer of rugged computers, tablets, and displays engineered specifically for military and security applications in harsh and demanding environments.
If you want to learn more on GRiD’s product range, please see here or if you would like to discuss how GRiD can support your operations or upcoming requirements in more detail, please get in touch sales@griduk.com.
