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713051450 Project SHAMER

Ministry of Defence

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is initiating the procurement process for Project SHAMER, aiming to acquire a single chassis, multi-calibre, bolt action sniper rifle to replace existing L115 and L118 models. The tender, identified as 713051450 and classified under CPV code 35321200 (Rifles), is categorised under 'goods'. This procurement is active, with the tender period ending on 24th March 2025. Based in Bristol, UK, the MOD's procurement activity includes amendments that have significantly increased the contract value from £4,000,000 to £20,000,000. Interested suppliers should note the use of an e-Tendering system for the submission process, with all responses required to be in English and submitted in written format.

This is a significant opportunity for businesses in the defence manufacturing sector, especially those specialising in advanced firearm technology. Companies with expertise in designing and producing high-precision rifles and related components are well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement method is selective, following a Restricted procedure, which may include a framework agreement with a maximum of 999 participants over a duration of approximately seven years. This tender not only offers a substantial financial value but also provides a platform for companies to establish or strengthen their relationship with the MOD, potentially leading to future contracts and long-term business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

713051450 Project SHAMER

Notice Description

Project SHAMER is for the procurement of a single chassis, multi-calibre, bolt action sniper rifle to replace the legacy L115 and L118 rifle system.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e258
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007930-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35321200 - Rifles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
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
Postcode Area
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

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