Carbine Holographic Sights

CIVIL NUCLEAR POLICE AUTHORITY (CNPA) / CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY (CNC)

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Tender

23 Jun 2026 at 11:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Civil Nuclear Police Authority (CNPA) / Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) has initiated a tender process for the procurement of Carbine Holographic Sights. Operating from their premises at Building F6, First Floor, Culham Campus, Abingdon, this sub-central government public authority is seeking suppliers in the police equipment and weapons sectors. The tender, identified by ID 1255, is at the tender stage, with an open procedure procurement method. Submissions are accepted electronically, and all interested parties can review the submission terms provided in English. Key dates to note include the tender period closing on 18 July 2026, inquiry submissions ending on 10 July 2026, and the award period concluding by 1 September 2026. The contract is planned to start on 21 September 2026, with an initial term of five years, offering extension options up to two additional years. The procurement value stands at £840,000 exclusive of VAT.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacture and supply of police equipment and related sectors. Firms that prioritise quality, price, and social value in their offerings are well-suited to compete, given the award criteria's emphasis on technical merit and competitive pricing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are also encouraged to bid, highlighting that the procurement process is accessible and potentially beneficial for businesses targeting growth within the public safety sector. The structure of the award criteria, with price accounting for 30% and technical response including a practical trial accounting for 60%, provides a balanced assessment, making it a favourable opportunity for businesses capable of delivering high-quality solutions alongside competitive pricing.

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Notice Title

Carbine Holographic Sights

Notice Description

The CNC has a requirement for operational, functional, holographic weapon sights intended for use with a police-issued 5.56mm carbine weapon.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Options: 2 option years (1+1) Maximum expiry 20/09/2033

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06baf4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058898-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35200000 - Police equipment

35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£840,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£840,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CIVIL NUCLEAR POLICE AUTHORITY (CNPA) / CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY (CNC)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABINGDON
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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