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title: "Modification of SA80 Light Support Weapon (LSW) A2 and Conversion to SA80 0.22 Small Bore Rifle"
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published: "2018-11-30"
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# Modification of SA80 Light Support Weapon (LSW) A2 and Conversion to SA80 0.22 Small Bore Rifle

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT (DCC)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-234fbf1d-beb6-4bb1-a11d-c77e79981ebe

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by the Ministry of Defence, Land Equipment, Dismounted Close Combat (DCC) for the modification of the SA80 Light Support Weapon (LSW) A2 and conversion to the SA80 0.22 Small Bore Rifle. This tender falls under the industry category of "Weapons, ammunition and associated parts" and is based in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is at the Award phase, with a contract value of £3,000,000. The contract period is set to commence on 31st March 2019 and will run until 31st March 2024. The significant dates to note include the tender's deadline of 26th November 2018 and the award announcement date of 30th November 2018.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the defence and manufacturing sectors, particularly those with capabilities in weapon modification and support systems. As the buyer, the Ministry of Defence is likely to favour competitive proposals from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer innovative solutions. Companies with experience in defence contracting and a focus on compliance with stringent safety and quality standards will be well-positioned to compete for this contract, fostering potential growth and collaboration within this critical industry.

## Notice

Modification of SA80 Light Support Weapon (LSW) A2 and Conversion to SA80 0.22 Small Bore Rifle. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Bristol: Weapons, ammunition and associated parts.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b30350a1-9945-4325-878f-ffe67506fec7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Nov 2018 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT (DCC) |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NSAF |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts

## Release History

- 30 Nov 2018 at 14:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b30350a1-9945-4325-878f-ffe67506fec7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b30350a1-9945-4325-878f-ffe67506fec7
  30th November 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

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