Planning

Self Loading Pistol (SLP) & Carbine

CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY

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Planning

27 Jan 2025 at 15:28

Planning

27 Jan 2025 at 15:27

Planning

27 Jan 2025 at 15:26

Summary of the contracting process

The Civil Nuclear Constabulary is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Self Loading Pistol (SLP) & Carbine," classified under the industry category of police equipment, specifically light firearms, handguns, rifles, and machine guns. The procurement aims to engage potential suppliers and gather market insights through a supplier day scheduled on 19th February 2025, running from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with the engagement end date set for 27th April 2025. The exact location will be determined based on the number of interested parties. This tender process is initially focused on market engagement, involving no set contract value at this stage.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing and supplying police equipment, particularly those specialising in firearms. Companies that can provide high-quality self-loading pistols and carbines are encouraged to participate. The procurement process invites suppliers to help shape the specifications and potential procurement strategies, offering a platform to influence future contract requirements. Businesses who wish to compete should focus on demonstrating their capabilities to meet the diverse needs of the Civil Nuclear Constabulary while complying with necessary regulations. Registration and expressing interest through the provided In-Tend portal is required for participation.

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Notice Title

Self Loading Pistol (SLP) & Carbine

Notice Description

Civil Nuclear Police Authority Self-loading Pistol & Carbine. This Market engagement is to inform the market of the potential interest on attending a supplier day being hosted by the authority on the 19th February 2025 0900Hrs to 1600Hrs. Location yet to be determined and will depend on the amount of prospective parties wishing to attend. Location will be disseminated once attendee numbers are known. The Authority seeks to determine market potential and consider market views on the requirements with a view to ensure such views are considered for any potential procurement that the Authority may wish to launch. The aim of the industry day is for both parties i.e. the CNC and potential suppliers. To understand and develop a strategy on the potential route to market and the development of specifications to allow for as wide a competitive supplier base as possible whilst meeting the authorities requirements. Suppliers will be restricted to a maximum of 2 representatives per company. Preregistration is required by contacting the following email address. To express an interest and view the documents please register on https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home Additional information: No contract value has been set at this stage. Please follow the attached guide to register on In-Tend and connect to the CNC Hub. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-57ed6e7f-f530-42b2-ba23-14e5e685cfb0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1963b365-9713-47e7-bffe-f72d9d703b2c
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35200000 - Police equipment

35320000 - Firearms

35321000 - Light firearms

35321100 - Hand guns

35321200 - Rifles

35321300 - Machine guns

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Apr 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OXON
Postcode
OX14 3DB
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Further Information

Notice Documents

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