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Supply of Bayonet Training Dummies for Phase 1 Basic Trainin

UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED

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10 Aug 2026 at 15:23

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Summary of the contracting process

Unite Procurement UK Limited is procuring bayonet training dummies on behalf of the Ministry of Defence for Phase 1 Basic Training establishments across the United Kingdom. The requirement covers two types of equipment: ground-mounted dummies for stable individual and collective assault drills, and hook-mounted suspended dummies for dynamic training scenarios. The goods must replicate human torso dimensions and realistic target areas for thrusting and striking, while protecting training rifles and bayonet equipment from damage. They are intended for indoor and outdoor use and must withstand intensive daily recruit training. This is a goods procurement for military training equipment, classified under CPV 35112100 for training dolls, with bayonets as an additional classification.

The process has reached tender: the buyer invited suppliers to register their interest and submit product information through a selective catalogue-purchase route. Suppliers are asked to provide details of their product range, modification capabilities and maintenance services, with onboarding to the Unite Procurement Platform supporting purchases by Ministry of Defence and associated public-sector organisations. The initial closing deadline set by the buyer is 24 August 2026 at 17:00. The contract period is 25 August 2026 to 25 August 2028. The estimated value is £30,000 to £120,000, inclusive of the stated minimum and maximum values. Multiple suppliers may be onboarded rather than a sole supplier, and applications may be considered on a rolling basis after the initial deadline.

This opportunity suits manufacturers, specialist distributors and equipment suppliers able to provide robust, safe and realistic bayonet training dummies at scale. Relevant capability includes producing or adapting ground-mounted and suspended target systems, matching human torso dimensions and target areas, and delivering products that remain serviceable after repeated impact from training rifles fitted with authorised training bayonets. Suppliers should be able to demonstrate weather and UV resistance, minimal maintenance requirements and suitability for intensive daily use in indoor and outdoor settings. Products must have no exposed sharp edges or snagging hazards, use non-toxic materials and comply with UK health and safety legislation. The procurement is identified as suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises and voluntary, community or social enterprises.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Bayonet Training Dummies for Phase 1 Basic Trainin

Notice Description

Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the Supply of Bayonet Training Dummies. The procurement covers; The Ministry of Defence requires robust, safe and realistic bayonet training dummies to support Phase 1 Basic Training establishments. Two types of equipment are required: -Ground Mounted Bayonet Dummies - stable, fixed installations for individual and collective bayonet assault drills - Hook Mounted Suspended Bayonet Dummies - suspended targets providing dynamic training scenarios The equipment shall be suitable for use in indoor and outdoor training environments, withstand intensive daily use by recruits, and support delivery of the Combat Bayonet Fighting syllabus. Training dummies must replicate human torso dimensions, provide realistic target areas for thrusting and striking, and minimise damage to training rifles and bayonet equipment. Equipment must be weather resistant, UV resistant, require minimal maintenance, and remain serviceable following repeated impact by training rifles fitted with authorised training bayonets. The dummies shall contain no exposed sharp edges, present no snagging hazards, and be manufactured from non-toxic materials in compliance with UK health and safety legislation. The Unite Procurement Platform (Unite | Simplify indirect procurement with our smarter platform) offers a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage low- value, high-volume procurement. How to Apply Interested suppliers should register their interest by contacting Unite Procurement UK Limited and provide details of their product range, modification capabilities, and maintenance services. Further information on the onboarding process for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of interest and can also be found at the link attached. Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier for this requirement. Instead, multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite Procurement Platform to ensure a diverse and competitive supply base, supporting flexibility and choice for the Ministry of Defence and associated organisations. Suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by the stated closing date to ensure early consideration. However, applications to join the Unite Procurement Platform will be welcome at any time beyond the initial deadline. Unite Procurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard new suppliers on a rolling basis to meet evolving requirements and to maintain a dynamic and responsive supplier network. Contact For any enquiries and interest, please email defence.support@unite.eu with the subject title 'TSS 634 Opportunity'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-301dd878-815f-49b4-82b7-73a212995c95
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0be507d3-4eb8-4946-8ead-197fdb2782ec
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Catalogue purchase
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35112100 - Emergency training dolls

35311300 - Bayonets

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Aug 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Aug 2026 - 25 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2B 5AH
Postcode Area
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

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