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IRM24/7683 - The Supply of C8 Rifle Spares CAN CF

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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29 Jul 2025 at 06:29

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, through Babcock Land Defence Ltd, has awarded a contract to Colt Canada Corporation for the supply of C8 Rifle spares, with a focus on supporting components of the C8 Platform. This procurement falls under the rifles category and operates using a limited negotiated procedure without prior publication, adhering to the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011. The contract spans from 24th July 2025 to 23rd July 2027, with three additional option years available, emphasising its long-term nature and substantial value of £4,000,000. The procurement process is in the award stage, highlighting an ongoing commitment to a secure and technical supply chain within the UK, particularly in the West Midlands region.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses in the defence industry, specifically SMEs, as it underscores a considerable investment in defence infrastructure and sustained demand for technical proficiency in arms components. Although the procurement method limits competition due to technical reasons and proprietary expertise, businesses involved in manufacturing, distribution, or specialising in military-grade equipment may find avenues for collaboration or subcontracting engagements essential for expanding their market presence. Companies able to innovate in related technologies or offer complementary products and services connected to the C8 rifle spares may find growth opportunities through strategic partnerships with Colt Canada Corporation or involvement in similar future tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IRM24/7683 - The Supply of C8 Rifle Spares CAN CF

Notice Description

Babcock Land Defence Ltd, acting as agent for the UK Ministry of Defence has awarded a 2 Years with 3 Option Years contract using the Negotiated Procedure Without Prior Publication pursuant to Regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 to Colt Canada Corporation. On the basis that, for technical reasons, the Contract can only be awarded to Colt Canada Corporation. Colt Manufacturing is the manufacturer and have appointed Colt Canada Corporation as the sole distributor of spares in the UK which support C8 Platform components. Colt Canada Corporation have been granted the rights from Colt Manufacturing to the technical specifications required to undertake the manufacture, testing and supply and they do not share this knowledge/expertise with any third party.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6c7152ee-f7bb-45d4-9819-d87b40cee856
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa127027-a0db-4b41-8c59-f8ea6dcee5bd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35321200 - Rifles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
23 Jul 2025 - 23 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
TELFORD
Postcode
TF2 8JT
Post Town
Telford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG21 Telford and Wrekin
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Telford and Wrekin
Electoral Ward
Donnington
Westminster Constituency
The Wrekin

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COLT CANADA

Further Information

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