Award

Carbine weapon scope and mounts

THE POLICE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SUSSEX

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27 May 2026 at 07:25

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Police & Crime Commissioner for Sussex has completed a procurement process for the award of a contract to supply carbine weapon scopes and mounts, with the contracting title "Carbine weapon scope and mounts". This procurement, under the direct award method due to the supplier being the only UK provider of the specified items, focuses on the industry category of weapons, ammunition, and associated parts, and is located in the UKJ2 region of the United Kingdom. The tender, referencing ID JPS1387C, was initiated with a legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54 and has successfully reached the award stage as of 27th May 2026. The contract, valued at £273,972 gross, runs from 28th May 2026 to 27th May 2027.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of military equipment and accessories, particularly those specialising in weapons components. The contract with Edgar Brothers, a large-scale enterprise, suggests that businesses with the capability to meet unique and technical specifications can benefit from similar opportunities. Engagement in public sector tenders like this highlights the growth potential for businesses in the defence and security supply chain, emphasizing the importance of technical proficiency and timely delivery capabilities in this competitive industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Carbine weapon scope and mounts

Notice Description

mounts and scopes for the carbine weapons purchased. M4 5.56 Conversion Kit (DSP) (SECV) x 75 Micro T-2 2 MOA w/o Mount & Accessories x 185 FAST AP Micro Mount Black (PMD ONLY) x185 FAST Omni Mag Mount Black (PMD ONLY) x185 Scout Light Turbo Swivel 18350/123 1913 Pict MLOK Z68 Tailcap Black x 185

Procurement Information

Direct award in special circumstance as the supplier is the only UK provider of the scopes and mounts needed for the weapons purchased.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a54e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049344-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£228,310 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 May 2026 - 27 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SUSSEX
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 2FZ
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EDGAR BROTHERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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