Tender

710841450 - The Purchase of Ballistics, Firearms and Public Order Equipment by British Forces Cyprus (BFC)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

19 Sep 2024 at 09:32

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is initiating a procurement process under the open procedure for the purchase of Ballistics, Firearms, and Public Order Equipment for British Forces Cyprus (BFC), spanning a 4-year period. The provided CPV classification for this tender is "Bullet-proof vests." The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage and is open for submissions until 22nd October 2024. The contract period will start on 19th November 2024 and end on 18th November 2025, with potential extensions subject to financial approval. The equipment is to be delivered commercially to British Forces Cyprus within 5 months of order demand, with locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The estimated contract value is £1,365,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the defence and security industry, particularly those specialising in the supply of ballistics and public order equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are eligible to participate in this tender, and companies with the capability to deliver high-quality, compliant products within specified timelines are well-positioned to compete. Successful bidders will not only secure a substantial contract with the Ministry of Defence but also establish a relationship that could lead to future contract extensions, supporting sustainable business growth over the upcoming years.

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Notice Title

710841450 - The Purchase of Ballistics, Firearms and Public Order Equipment by British Forces Cyprus (BFC)

Notice Description

This requirement is for the purchase of Ballistics, Firearms and Public Order Equipment by British Forces Cyprus (BFC). The requirement is for the supply of Ballistics, Firearms and Public Order Equipment by BFC over a 4-year period. Delivery is required to the Authority within 5 months of an order demand being placed. Commercial delivery to BFC within the Republic of Cyprus must be available. Funding has been approved for the first year of the requirement. Contract option years 1-3 are unfunded at this stage and will be subject to financial approval and contract amendment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5ed9f8fe-8de4-4aaf-9f9c-628eae5d0107
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c2adff2-91df-4c82-ac7a-9e992e910764
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35815100 - Bullet-proof vests

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,365,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Nov 2024 - 18 Nov 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
frances.booth100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HQ BFC, EPISKOPI GARRISON
Postcode
BF1 2AS
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Further Information

Notice Documents

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