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Tender

25 Jun 2026 at 15:31

Summary of the contracting process

The Civil Nuclear Police Authority (CNPA) and the Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) have initiated a tender process for the procurement of carbine slings, critical components for safe weapon handling in diverse police environments, including marinized settings. The aim is to secure high-quality slings under an open competition procedure, classified as below threshold. This active tender, classified under the industry categories of "Police equipment," "Miscellaneous weapons," and "Parts of firearms and ammunition," is located in the United Kingdom, with its headquarters in Abingdon. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with key deadlines including the end of the enquiry period on 10th July 2026 and submission by 17th July 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in police equipment and weapon parts, particularly those offering innovative and durable solutions suitable for challenging operational environments. Companies with expertise in quality manufacturing and technical innovation will have a competitive advantage due to the tender's high technical weighting of 70% in the award criteria, alongside a 30% emphasis on pricing. Additionally, the contract period promises long-term engagements with potential extension options, allowing businesses to secure a steady revenue stream until 2031, with possible adjustments. This makes it an attractive proposition for businesses looking to expand their footprint within the security and defence sectors.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Carbine Slings

Notice Description

The sling is a critical component of the office's equipment, supporting safe weapon handling, secure retention, and effective deployment across a wide range of police environments including marinized environments.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bd71
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060004-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35200000 - Police equipment

35310000 - Miscellaneous weapons

35340000 - Parts of firearms and ammunition

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 20261 day 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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