Planning

Thermal Cutting Torch - UK1

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

08 Jan 2026 at 15:05

Planning

08 Jan 2026 at 14:32

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Thermal Cutting Torch Suite, initiated by Defence Equipment and Support, a central government authority based in Bristol, UK, is currently in the planning stage. This contract falls under the defence and security special regime and is categorised as a goods procurement, specifically concerning gas guns. The process is designed to engage businesses in providing a thermal cutting torch suite with an estimated procurement value of £3,000,000. A market engagement notice was published on 8th January 2026, and suppliers are encouraged to respond with information by 6th February 2026. The contract period is planned from 28th February 2027 to 27th February 2032.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in defence-related equipment, particularly those capable of manufacturing or supplying thermal cutting tools. The procurement is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as future notices and further communication are scheduled, allowing businesses ample time to prepare. Engaging in this contract could enhance a firm's presence in the public sector and open avenues for future defence contracts.

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Notice Title

Thermal Cutting Torch - UK1

Notice Description

The procurement of a Thermal Cutting Torch Suite

Planning Information

Returns for RFI response. Suppliers are requested to provide information.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0601f8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001534-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35312000 - Gas guns

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 20268 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Feb 2027 - 27 Feb 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT
Contact Name
Rhiannon O'Connor
Contact Email
rhiannon.oconnor113@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03033882888

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

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