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Designated Marksman In-Line Low Light Sight

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT (DCC)

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Tender

15 Jun 2019 at 23:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, Land Equipment, Dismounted Close Combat (DCC) is currently overseeing a selective procurement process for the Designated Marksman In-Line Low Light Sight (DMILLS), with a total contract value of £20,000,000. This procurement is categorised under goods, specifically classified as telescopic sights, and is based in Bristol, South West England. The tender period closes on 19 July 2019, and the contract is anticipated to start on 1 June 2020, concluding on 1 June 2025.

This opportunity is ideal for businesses that specialise in defence equipment and optical technologies, particularly those focused on manufacturing and supplying advanced sighting systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they can bring innovative solutions to the procurement. With a substantial budget in place, this contract presents a significant opportunity for growth and collaboration within the defence industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Designated Marksman In-Line Low Light Sight

Notice Description

The Designated Marksman In-Line Low Light Sight (DMILLS) shall provide the User with a capability that enables the Section Designated Marksman to acquire and engage targets in low or zero light conditions, commensurate with the daylight performance of the current in-service weapon system and day sight. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Bristol: Telescopic sights.'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b4ea21d-4393-4d75-972e-c37ea3e9bd57
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38633000 - Telescopic sights

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2020 - 1 Jun 2025 Over 5 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT (DCC)
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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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