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Supply of Ancillaries including cables, leads, cutters and connectors

UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED

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08 Jul 2026 at 07:56

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Unite Procurement UK Limited, acting on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, has initiated a tender process for the supply of ancillaries such as cables, leads, cutters, and connectors. This procurement includes supplying, maintaining, and supporting specialist firing systems and associated equipment, classified under the electronic equipment industry category. The procurement is conducted via a selective method described as a Catalogue purchase. Located in the United Kingdom, with up to £100,000 in value, businesses are encouraged to express their interest in joining the Unite Procurement Platform by 5th August 2026. The contract period is set to begin on 6th August 2026, extending through to 6th August 2030. This process is currently in the tender stage.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electronic equipment and those capable of offering repair and maintenance services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) will find this procurement especially accessible due to the flexible and inclusive approach taken by the buying authority. Opportunities exist for multiple suppliers to become part of the Unite Procurement Platform, ensuring a competitive and diverse supply base. Companies with capabilities to modify and maintain complex systems will be particularly well-suited to compete, offering a pathway to business growth through engagement with the Ministry of Defence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Ancillaries including cables, leads, cutters and connectors

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 Supply of Ancillaries including cables, leads, cutters and connectors. The procurement covers the supply, maintenance, calibration, and support services for specialist firing systems and associated equipment. Requirement Overview The user requires an Emergency Disablement capability for general contingency operations and Specialist Users to aid EOD. The means of Firing needs to be a self-contained system, housed within a ruggedised container. It will also include support services. 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. The Unite Procurement Platform offers a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage low-value, high-volume procurement. 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. 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 interest, please email defence.support@unite.eu with the subject title TSS 681 Opportunity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bfb408b1-8ec8-40b3-b994-068fbb780036
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68b46c70-3f36-457d-bb47-c98f3bb42b97
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

31710000 - Electronic equipment

45232000 - Ancillary works for pipelines and cables

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Aug 2026 - 6 Aug 2030 4-5 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
UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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