Award

Supply of Long Wave InfraRed (LWIR) thermal Sight 'Weapon Sight 2' - Sniper In-Line Low Light System

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Award

31 Aug 2021 at 15:57

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking to fulfil its requirement for the 'Supply of Long Wave InfraRed (LWIR) thermal Sight 'Weapon Sight 2' - Sniper In-Line Low Light System'. This procurement process falls under the goods category, specifically classified under telescopic sights (CPV code 38633000). The tender was completed with an awarded value of £2,875,000, signalling the successful conclusion of this procurement. The contract period spans from 10th August 2021 to 9th August 2026, with the tender award published on 31st August 2021. The procurement method used was selective, and the process adhered to a restricted procedure due to the value being above the threshold.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in defence equipment, particularly those offering advanced imaging technology and optical instrumentation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in relevant industries could find this a suitable venture, as the Ministry of Defence's procurement approach encourages participation from these entities. Companies that can demonstrate innovation in thermal imaging solutions or exhibit relevant experience in supplying high-performance optical systems would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar future contracts.

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Notice Title

Supply of Long Wave InfraRed (LWIR) thermal Sight 'Weapon Sight 2' - Sniper In-Line Low Light System

Notice Description

Contract Award Notice for the Supply of Long Wave InfraRed (LWIR) thermal Sight 'Weapon Sight 2' - Sniper In-Line Low Light System

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-29405c1f-f6a7-4c5c-bc60-1d17791f3cd1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8823019-45e1-4da2-9cab-f53bea6f1618
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38633000 - Telescopic sights

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,875,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
9 Aug 2021 - 9 Aug 2026 Over 5 years
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
BRISTOL,
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THEON SENSORS - ADVANCE OPTRONICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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