Tender

Provision of Airsoft Engagement Systems

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 10:37

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is inviting tenders for the provision of airsoft engagement systems, a procurement classified under the industry category of target games and equipment (CPV: 37462000) and recreational, cultural, and sporting services (CPV: 92000000). The contract will be executed from the Ministry's location in Andover, England, and will encompass deliveries to British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world, including the United Kingdom. This open procedure (above threshold) tender is at the active procurement stage, with the tender period ending on 28th March 2025 and the contract commencing on 23rd April 2025, running until 22nd April 2028. The total value of the contract is £120,000 GBP.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and provision of airsoft equipment, especially those aiming to support military engagement initiatives. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, as the suitability criteria explicitly favour them. Companies capable of providing robust and innovative airsoft systems, which have previously demonstrated effectiveness in enhancing Army recruitment and image, will find this tender an ideal platform for growth and long-term partnership with the Ministry of Defence.

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Notice Title

Provision of Airsoft Engagement Systems

Notice Description

Airsoft systems have been used throughout Engage to Recruit and have proved highly effective at attracting the Main Target Audience (MTA) and has a strong positive affect on Army image and recruiting. The current Airsoft system is one of the most effective engagement assets being used to support EtR. This capability needs to be expanded and grown. Additional information: Please visit the Defence Sourcing Portal to view the opportunity listing (Link below) and express interest to view the invitation to tender.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc875caa-cebc-45b0-90a0-1ff9d03e5440
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

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

37462000 - Target games and equipment

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Apr 2025 - 22 Apr 2028 3-4 years
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP11 8HJ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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