Tender

Firearms and Ammunition Framework

FORESTRY COMMISSION

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Tender

01 Apr 2021 at 07:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Forestry Commission is currently in the tender stage for the "Firearms and Ammunition Framework", with a total value of £230,000. This procurement involves the supply and delivery of firearms, ammunition, and associated ancillary items such as optics and sound moderators. The tender period is active, ending on 16 April 2021, with the contract scheduled to commence on 1 June 2021 and run for four years until 31 May 2025. The scope includes delivery to various locations, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories, under an open procedure procurement method.

This opportunity is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in firearms and related products, allowing them to compete for a significant contract within the public sector. Companies that can offer innovative solutions and possess the necessary certifications for dealing in firearms will find this tender particularly relevant for expanding their business reach and capabilities in the public procurement market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Firearms and Ammunition Framework

Notice Description

Forestry England is awarding a framework for the supply and delivery of Firearms, Ammunition and associated ancillary items, including Optics, Sound Moderators and High Seats.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9928e043-2172-4bdf-8b8c-6eee723145f2
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35320000 - Firearms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2021 - 31 May 2025 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
FORESTRY COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1EJ
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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