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Ammunition (2026-2030)

Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire

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26 Feb 2026 at 15:43

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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16 Feb 2026 at 13:50

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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05 Feb 2026 at 16:30

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire involves the supply of firearms ammunition over a four-year period, from 1st March 2026 to 28th February 2030. The procurement falls under the goods industry category, specifically ammunition with CPV classification 35330000. The contract was awarded using a direct procurement method due to technical compatibility concerns with existing goods, thus ensuring operational efficiency. Located in Preston, Lancashire, the procurement process has reached the award and contract stages, as noted on 26th February 2026. This direct award prompted an agreement valued at £510,000, with a gross amount of £612,000. Key suppliers include GMK LIMITED, IAN EDGAR (LIVERPOOL) LIMITED, POINT SOUTH LIMITED, and VIKING ARMS LIMITED, all of whom play crucial roles in delivering these goods.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses in the ammunition supply sector, particularly those looking to establish or grow relationships with government authorities. Companies like GMK LIMITED and VIKING ARMS LIMITED, classified as SMEs, demonstrated their prowess in fulfilling complex tender requirements, making it a lucrative opportunity for similar-sized businesses striving for growth in the public procurement landscape. Those capable of maintaining high compatibility with technical specifications and ensuring seamless integration with existing systems will find this contract appealing, as it guarantees consistent business throughout its duration with a prominent public sector authority in Lancashire.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ammunition (2026-2030)

Notice Description

Supply of Firearms Ammunition for the period 1st March 2026 to 28th February 2030

Procurement Information

Change in supplier would result in the contracting authority receiving goods, services or works that are different from, or incompatible with, the existing goods, services or works, and the difference or incompatibility would result in disproportionate technical difficulties in operation or maintenance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06496b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017508-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35330000 - Ammunition

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£510,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£510,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR4 5SB
Postcode Area
Preston
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

GMK LIMITED

IAN EDGAR(LIVERPOOL)LIMITED

POINT SOUTH LIMITED

VIKING ARMS LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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