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title: "709785450 DGM/2025 105mm Illumination Shells RFI"
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# 709785450 DGM/2025 105mm Illumination Shells RFI

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-04e2a4a8-7724-4d74-8f65-1a3c6d5b9867

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is planning a procurement process for 105mm Illumination Shells. The engagement end date for this request for information is set for 8th December 2023. The opportunity is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises. The procurement process is in the planning stage, and interested businesses must respond to Michelle.Seymour102@mod.gov.uk by the specified deadline.

This tender by the Ministry of Defence presents an opportunity for businesses to supply 105mm Illumination Shells compatible with the L118 Light Gun. Companies capable of providing products meeting the specified requirements and delivery locations, which include various regions including the United Kingdom and European countries, are encouraged to participate. The procurement process is aligned with the CPV classification for Shells and aims to enhance military capabilities with illumination support.

## Notice

Request For Information:- The Authority is currently looking to procure the following. 1. The user requires a 105mm Illumination shell for the 105mm calibre L118 Light Gun to provide illumination in the white visual spectrum in support of the war fighting Division, STRIKE and armoured infantry (AI) brigades, Airborne Task Force, Lead Commando Group and Reserve. 2. Must be compatible with the current fuze and charges used with the in Service 105mm Illum shell (L43). - L163 Fuze - Charges L35, L36 & L45. 3. The fuzed Illumination projectile shall be compatible with the in-service L118 Light Gun barrel. 4. The fuzed Illumination projectile shall deliver target effect at a range equal to or greater than 15700m. 5. After expulsion of the illumination components shall provide Illumination in the visible (0.4 to 0.7mm) spectrum. State your product capability regarding the below; - Brightness measured in Candelas. - Non flickering circular range - Illumination burn time characteristics. If you would be interested in delivering this requirement, please let the Authority know no later than 8th December 2023 Please submit your response to Michelle.Seymour102@mod.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31ed1229-4658-45eb-9e0e-d3a137ec7e50 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Nov 2023 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 8 Dec 2023 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35331200 - Shells

## Release History

- 9 Nov 2023 at 13:44 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31ed1229-4658-45eb-9e0e-d3a137ec7e50

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31ed1229-4658-45eb-9e0e-d3a137ec7e50
  9th November 2023 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

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