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Next Generation Munitions Solution (NGMS)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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14 Dec 2020 at 09:49

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Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Ministry of Defence has awarded the Next Generation Munitions Solution (NGMS) contract to BAE Systems Global Combat Systems Munitions Limited, projected to deliver a range of general munitions from 1 January 2023 until 31 December 2037, with an option for a five-year extension. This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically ammunition for firearms and warfare, amounting to £3.4 billion. The procurement method used was a limited negotiated procedure without prior publication. The significant contract period followed the closure of the tender period, which ended on 30 November 2020, and the award was published on 14 December 2020. The relevant delivery location is Bristol, England.

This contract represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in defence manufacturing, especially those specialising in munitions production, supply, and in-service support. Competitors may include large enterprises with the capacity to develop and upgrade military products, as well as organisations committed to supply chain sustainability and regulatory compliance. As the existing Munitions Acquisition Supply Solution (MASS) contract is set to expire in 2027, businesses positioned to adapt to these regulatory frameworks and provide innovative solutions for the UK Ministry of Defence may find themselves well-placed to engage in future opportunities under the NGMS framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Next Generation Munitions Solution (NGMS)

Notice Description

Defence General Munitions Project Team (DGM PT), part of the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence ("the Authority") has placed the Next Generation Munitions Solution (NGMS) Contract with BAE Systems Global Combat Systems Munitions Limited ("the Supplier") for a range of general munitions. This requirement is currently delivered by the Supplier under the Munitions Acquisition Supply Solution (MASS) contract and represents those munitions within the Authority's general munitions portfolio which are manufactured by the Supplier in the UK. (Ammunition for firearms and warfare. Supply and in-service support of a range of general munitions (SAA, medium calibre, mortars, artillery and tank ammunition)). NGMS includes the provision for capability for development and upgrade of these products and through life support, including safety management, with the capacity to reduce or increase the scope of munitions where compatible with the regulatory regime in force at the time. MASS is due to expire on 31 December 2027, following a five-year run-down period, and it is intended for MASS to be terminated and for delivery to commence under NGMS from 1 January 2023 until 31 December 2037, with an option for a further 5 year extension.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dddb612e-1827-4052-8311-e9a0c3e17313
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5353336a-45c1-4144-9785-c0dce7370aa8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35331000 - Ammunition for firearms and warfare

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,400,000,000 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,400,000,000 £1B-£10B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2020 - 31 Dec 2037 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BAE SYSTEMS GLOBAL COMBAT SYSTEMS MUNITIONS

Further Information

Notice URLs

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