Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Equipment and Support organisation, part of the Ministry of Defence in the United Kingdom, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Segmented Sourcing Strategy - UK1." This initiative focuses on acquiring approximately 188 individual munitions, including various small arms ammunition, explosive munitions, and pyrotechnics, along with related services. The procurement falls under the "services" category and is classified under several CPV codes including weapons, ammunition, repair and maintenance services, and IT services. This strategy, located in the UK, involves a multi-stage Competitive Flexible Procedure with key procurement phases such as Conditions of Participation, Competitive Dialogue, and an Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage. The contract period is planned to start on 1st April 2028 and end on 31st March 2037, with an option for renewal. The gross estimated value of the contract is £2.28 billion, with a net amount of £1.9 billion. The notice for this procurement was published on 30th June 2025.

This procurement initiative presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for suppliers capable of acting as a Principal Prime or "Service Provider" for the delivery and procurement of munitions. It is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as indicated by the suitability criteria. Businesses involved in weapons manufacturing, ammunition and pyrotechnics development, repair and maintenance services, and IT services aligned with defence needs will find this opportunity particularly promising. Additionally, companies specialising in consultancy services, storage and warehousing, or packaging related to the defence sector would be well-suited to compete, especially if they can navigate the complex requirements of the tender's procurement and compliance needs. Engaging with this tender might involve establishing capabilities across forecasting, supplier management, and integration with IT systems, all of which are critical for successful participation and long-term growth within this sector.

Planning

Segmented Sourcing Strategy - UK1

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

30th June 2025 12:28:16 PM
Contract Summary

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has a requirement for the provision of c. 188 individual munitions (subject to confirmation via future Contract Tender Notice), covering various small arms ammunition, explosive munitions and pyrotechnics, and services surrounding this. It is looking to do this via the creation of the Segmented Sourcing Strategy (SSS) Programme, for which a supplier will act as a Principal Prime or ‘Service Provider’ for the delivery of services related to, and procurement of those munitions. This requirement is a continuation of the SSS Project presented to industry in an Industry Day held on 28th February 2024 under PIN 408178/1304731. The timeframes of which have been amended to meet the estimated contract dates given below. The intended activities under the SSS Programme will include: • Forecasting and Activity Planning • Category Strategy Development & Management • Product & Supplier (re)Qualification & Approval • Supplier Management • Oversight / Management of parties with the DGM Supply Chain • Demand Planning, Forecasting and Order Capture • Purchase to Pay (P2P) and other enabling IT systems & processes • Governance and New Product Design/Introduction Selection will be undertaken using a multi-stage procurement under the Competitive Flexible Procedure. I) Conditions of Participation (CoP) stage; down selection to three suppliers maximum II) Competitive Dialogue style stage; no down selection III) An ITT Stage where the Preferred Bidder will be identified. If you would like to be kept up to date with the SSS project please email DESDGM-OpsGroup@mod.gov.uk with your details and you will be added to our mailing list.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0555dc

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

DESDGM-OpsGroup@mod.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

MOD Abbey Wood

Bristol

BS34 8JH

United Kingdom

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Segmented Sourcing Strategy - UK1

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

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