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04 Jun 2026 at 12:52

Summary of the contracting process

The British Transport Police is the buying organisation behind the recently completed procurement process for the "Provision of carbine replacement" project. This procurement falls under the industry category of firearms and encompasses deliveries across England, Scotland, and Wales. The procurement was conducted using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement with a total contract value of £293,000. The contract period spans from 4th June 2026 to 3rd June 2033, indicating a long-term engagement with the awarded supplier, Viking Arms Limited. The procurement stage concluded on 2nd June 2026, marking the activation of the award status.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses within the firearms sector, particularly those capable of operating under established framework agreements. Large-scale enterprises like Viking Arms Limited, who can provide specialised goods over an extended period, were identified as suitable for this procurement. The nature of the contract emphasises reliability and the ability to sustain a consistent supply chain across multiple locations within the United Kingdom, making it an attractive opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their reach within governmental contracts.

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Notice Title

Provision of carbine replacement

Notice Description

Provision of carbines via Met Police Framework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dc8dfc56-229e-4ac8-8731-4d88efbb5ade
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f03fae4d-f87d-4dfc-bc0d-4b5441f65319
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35320000 - Firearms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£293,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£293,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 Jun 2026 - 3 Jun 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH TRANSPORT POLICE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1W 9TJ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Knightsbridge & Belgravia
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIKING ARMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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