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DGM/1909 - Framework Agreement for the Repeat Procurement of Small & Medium Calibre Ammunition

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

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31 Mar 2026 at 13:36

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31 Mar 2026 at 11:49

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17 Mar 2026 at 08:07

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "DGM/1909 - Framework Agreement for the Repeat Procurement of Small & Medium Calibre Ammunition," is managed by Defence Equipment and Support, a division of the UK Ministry of Defence based in Bristol. The contract has been extended by two years, now concluding in March 2028. Situated within the defence and security sector, it covers the supply of ammunition. The procurement process is in the award stage, having been directly awarded to General Dynamics OTS Canada Inc., with a notable contract value of £98,000,000. The direct award was necessitated by technical reasons, as General Dynamics are the original equipment manufacturer, ensuring the continuity of standards required by the MoD. The contract started on 15 April 2026 and aims to cover needs until 31 March 2028.

This tender offers significant opportunities for large, established businesses in the defence industry, particularly those involved with ammunition production and supply. Given the specific nature of the contract and the technical requirements, companies with established expertise and existing relationships with the MoD, like General Dynamics OTS Canada Inc., stand the best chance of competing effectively. It highlights the importance of technical competence and compatibility with existing systems, opening pathways for businesses specialising in innovative ways to maintain or improve defence sector standards. This agreement provides a stable and valuable engagement for suppliers, fostering both financial growth and enhanced industry reputation through associations with the UK MOD.

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Notice Title

DGM/1909 - Framework Agreement for the Repeat Procurement of Small & Medium Calibre Ammunition

Notice Description

This contract provides the UK MOD with small and medium calibre ammunition. This notice is stating the UK MOD's intent to extend this contract by a period of 2 years until 2028.

Procurement Information

Direct award is justified In accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 Paragraph 6 of Schedule 5 for Technical Reasons. This is on the basis that GDOTS are the Original Equipment Manufacturers of the in-service natures which makes up the current stockpile and have satisfied MoD Standards for Safety and Suitability for Service. GDOTS, have the technical knowledge and documentary evidence which is necessary for upholding the quality and safety standards required by the MoD to meet and therefore fulfil this requirement. Obtaining goods from another supplier could result in disproportional effort to evidence compatibility with existing weapon systems and create significant interoperability issues for a diverse range of weapon systems which this requirement supports.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066ba5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029772-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£98,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
£98,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT
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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GENERAL DYNAMICS OTS CANADA

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