Tender

Procurement of Ceremonial Ammunition

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, WEAPONS, DEFENCE GENERAL MUNITIONS (DGM) PROJECT TEAM

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Tender

17 Jul 2020 at 08:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence's Defence General Munitions (DGM) Project Team is inviting tenders for the procurement of a suite of Ceremonial Ammunition, including 3 Pounder, 13 Pounder variants, and 105mm blank rounds, necessary for ceremonial firings at public events. This is a selective procurement using a restricted procedure, with the tender period closing on 10 August 2020. The anticipated contract award is set for no later than the fourth quarter of 2020, with the contract expected to commence on 30 November 2020 and running until 30 November 2026, potentially extended by two additional years. The total estimated value of the contract is £4 million, with a minimum value of £2 million, and the goods are classified under CPV code 35300000 for weapons, ammunition, and associated parts.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply of defence-related goods, particularly those with capabilities in manufacturing ceremonial ammunition. Companies that focus on high-quality munitions and have relevant certifications will be well-suited to compete, especially given the anticipated quantities for future financial years as stated in the notice. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, enabling them to establish a foothold in government contracting and potentially expand their service offerings within the defence sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of Ceremonial Ammunition

Notice Description

Defence General Munitions have an upcoming requirement for the procurement of a suite of Ceremonial Ammunition. The Authority intends to run a Competition for this suite of ammunition. This shall consist of 3 Pounder, 13 Pounder (4oz, 8oz and 1lb variants) and 105mm blank rounds. These Natures are required for continued use at ceremonial firings on special occasions and at public events. They are fired from the 3 Pounder Naval Gun, the Quick Firing 13 Pounder Field Gun and the electrically initiated L118 105mm Light Gun. The Authority requires a quantity of 80 rounds of each of the 3 Pounder, 13 Pounder (1lb variant) and 105mm for Qualification purposes, to be delivered by no later than March 2021. On successful Qualification of the ammunition, the Authority anticipates a procurement of the following estimated quantities of ammunition: - 3 Pounder - Qty 1464 in Financial Year (FY) 21/22, Qty 216 in FY 22/23 and Qty 216 FY 23/24 - 13 Pounder (4oz) - Qty 0 in FY21/22, Qty 0 in FY 22/23 and Qty 96 FY 23/24 - 13 Pounder (8oz) - Qty 300 in FY21/22, Qty 264 in FY 22/23 and Qty 300 FY 23/24 - 13 Pounder (1lb) - Qty 0 in FY21/22, Qty 0 in FY 22/23 and Qty 192 FY 23/24 - 105mm - Qty 2634 in FY21/22, Qty 2634 in FY 22/23 and 2634 FY 23/24 Please note, these quantities are indicative and may be subject to change. The Contract is scheduled to be awarded no later than Quarter 4 of calendar year 2020. The Contract has an anticipated duration of 3 firm years with banded quantity options to enable the Authority to procure additional quantities of ammunition. There will also be an option for 2 additional years. An option for the Qualification of the ammunition to ensure safety and suitability for service will also be included. 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: Weapons, ammunition and associated parts.'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/439522d3-ecdf-4624-9e30-b2dd38a998fc
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

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

CPV Codes

35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Nov 2020 - 30 Nov 2026 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, WEAPONS, DEFENCE GENERAL MUNITIONS (DGM) PROJECT TEAM
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
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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