Planning

Carbine Sight Magnifiers

CIVIL NUCLEAR POLICE AUTHORITY

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Planning

21 Apr 2026 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Civil Nuclear Police Authority is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for the acquisition of "Carbine Sight Magnifiers". This procurement falls under the industry categories of weapons, ammunition, and associated parts, with a focus on intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance as well as telescopic sights. The tender, identified as CNC/1259, is valued at £750,000 with a gross amount of £900,000 and aims to provide magnifiers for carbine weapon systems. The process follows an open procedure method and includes electronic submissions in English. Interested parties should note key dates, such as enquiries due by 26 May 2026 and submission deadlines by 10 June 2026. The location for service delivery is within the United Kingdom, specifically out of their Culham, Abingdon, Oxfordshire facilities. Contracts are expected to commence on 16 July 2026, with a potential renewal extending the contract to 2033.

The planned procurement of carbine sight magnifiers presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in manufacturing military-grade optical equipment and components. Businesses with expertise in precision engineering, optics, and defence industry standards may find this procurement particularly beneficial for expanding their portfolio in governmental contracts. The open procurement process encourages fair competition, providing smaller firms and established industry players alike the opportunity to secure a long-term contract with possible extensions. Additionally, this tender aligns with the strategic growth objectives for companies seeking to enhance their capabilities in surveillance and reconnaissance technologies. The ability to fulfil orders in the specified delivery regions within the United Kingdom will be crucial for successful contract execution.

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Notice Title

Carbine Sight Magnifiers

Notice Description

Magnifiers for use on carbine weapon systems with red dot sights

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06872e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036018-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts

35720000 - Intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance

38633000 - Telescopic sights

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
11 May 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jul 2026 - 15 Jul 2031 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
CIVIL NUCLEAR POLICE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CULHAM, ABINGDON, OXFORDSHIRE
Postcode
OX14 3DB
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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