Tender

Supply of Armoured Containers

UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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29 Jan 2026 at 10:01

Tender Notice
Tender

22 Jan 2026 at 12:50

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Unite Procurement UK Limited, acting on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, has opened a tender process for the supply of armoured containers, fitting within the armoured weapon carriers industry category. This contract seeks to engage suppliers through the Unite Procurement Platform to provide 20ft containerised armoury, 10ft containerised ammunition stores, and 10ft containerised workshops. The tender is conducted as a selective procurement via a catalogue purchase method. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 13 February 2026, with the contract period beginning on 16 February 2026 and concluding on 16 February 2028. The procurement process, currently in the tender amendment stage, is focused on the United Kingdom.

This procurement provides a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in container manufacturing and modification services, particularly those compliant with JSP 440, AASTP-1, DSA OME Part 2, and NSPA standards. The tender invites multiple suppliers to maintain a competitive supply base, offering flexibility and choice. Small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as ventures within the voluntary, community and social enterprise sectors, are deemed suitable to participate. This opportunity not only caters to companies looking to expand their footprint in defence logistics but also supports a dynamic supplier network by allowing ongoing applications beyond the initial deadline.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Armoured Containers

Notice Description

Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the provision of Armoured Containers. The Unite Procurement Platform (Unite | Simplify indirect procurement with our smarter platform) offers a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage low-value, high-volume procurement. We are seeking to procure; * 20ft Containerised Armoury * 10ft Containerised Ammunition Store * 10ft Containerised Workshop All containers should be JSP 440, AASTP-1 (Edition C), DSA OME Part 2 and NSPA compliant as appropriate. How to Apply Interested suppliers should register their interest by contacting Unite Procurement UK Limited and provide details of their product range, modification capabilities, and maintenance services. Further information on the onboarding process for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of interest and can also be found at the link attached. Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier for this requirement. Instead, multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite Procurement Platform to ensure a diverse and competitive supply base, supporting flexibility and choice for the Ministry of Defence and associated organisations. Suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by the stated closing date to ensure early consideration. However, applications to join the Unite Procurement Platform will be welcome at any time beyond the initial deadline. Unite Procurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard new suppliers on a rolling basis to meet evolving requirements and to maintain a dynamic and responsive supplier network. For any enquiries and expressions of interest, please email defence.support@unite.eu with the subject title ''TSS 579 Armoured Containers''

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8cfda79a-bbcc-487e-84e0-c87772ad5ca2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fa92706-206a-4abc-9303-952db30d4422
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Catalogue purchase
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

35412300 - Armoured weapon carriers

35800000 - Individual and support equipment

44613000 - Large containers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 16 Feb 2028 2-3 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
UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED
Contact Name
Mathew Bennett
Contact Email
defence.support@unite.eu
Contact Phone
07702645234

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2B 5AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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