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The Provision of Ammunition and Associated Equipment

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

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13 Feb 2026 at 09:46

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "The Provision of Ammunition and Associated Equipment" was conducted by The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire. This procurement falls under the "goods" category, specifically dealing with ammunition and associated equipment, and was awarded to Point South Limited. The buying organisation is a public authority operating in the sub-central government sector. The contract, which began on 14th November 2025 and is set to conclude on 13th November 2028, encompasses delivery within the regions UKF24 and UKF25 in the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was 'direct,' indicating a below threshold procedure without competition, and the award was made active on 24th July 2025. The tender completion was confirmed on 13th February 2026.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the defence and security sector, particularly those specialising in the supply of ammunition and related equipment. Given the direct procurement method and the specific nature of the requirement, it is an advantageous contract for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with niche capabilities in this industry. Companies that excel in precision manufacturing, logistical support, and innovative product solutions will find this contract an excellent prospect to showcase their expertise and establish a lasting relationship with public sector clients like the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of Ammunition and Associated Equipment

Notice Description

The Provision of Ammunition and Associated Equipment from Point South.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06537b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013239-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts

35330000 - Ammunition

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
14 Nov 2025 - 13 Nov 2028 3-4 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
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@northants.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN8 6GS
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Brickhill and Queensway
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POINT SOUTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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