Award

The Provision of Intelligent Fire Aiming Devices (IFADs) for ETG

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Award

27 Feb 2025 at 14:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the provision of Intelligent Fire Aiming Devices (IFADs) for ETG, classified under weapons, ammunition, and associated parts. The contract was awarded to Boxxe Limited, a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME), and spans from 6th February 2025 to 31st March 2025. The procurement process was conducted through a negotiated procedure without prior publication, indicating a limited procurement method. The procurement stage is complete, with the award status now active, and the contract value is £262,948.90. The delivery location specified is the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in defence technology and equipment. Businesses with capabilities in manufacturing or supplying advanced target acquisition systems and related components will be well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Engaging with such contracts can aid in expanding market presence, securing revenue streams, and fostering relationships with key government departments, particularly the Ministry of Defence. Companies focusing on innovative military technologies and with a strong track record of compliance and quality can leverage this procurement for strategic business growth.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Intelligent Fire Aiming Devices (IFADs) for ETG

Notice Description

This is not an opportunity, it is the publication of a contract award notice in accordance with the Govt's transparency agenda.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0e202538-7c7b-4a67-8c5f-f7de9b69767b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3aa2b29d-6c42-4f84-8e6b-42896911cf2d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£262,948 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£262,948 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
6 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP11 8HJ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOXXE

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