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title: "Assault Rifle In-line Low Light Sight"
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# Assault Rifle In-line Low Light Sight

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, SOLDIER TRAINING AND SPECIAL PROGRAMMES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2776026a-979f-45e6-895e-859f0146b230

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Land Equipment, Soldier Training and Special Programmes is seeking suppliers for the procurement of nine hundred weapon-mounted in-line sight Night Vision Systems (NVS) as part of the project titled "Assault Rifle In-line Low Light Sight." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically involving rifles and telescopic sights, with a total value of £50 million and a minimum value of £30 million. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 20th August 2019. The delivery of items is expected to take place in the South West region of the United Kingdom, with the contract period running from 31st May 2020 to 31st May 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the defence and security sector, particularly those specialising in advanced optical systems and military equipment. Companies that manufacture or supply Night Vision Systems, rifles, or related technologies will find a competitive advantage in this selective tendering process. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is designed to foster inclusivity in supply chain solutions for the Ministry of Defence.

## Notice

The project covers the procurement of nine-hundred (900) fused weapon mounted in line sight Night Vision Systems (NVS) with a capacity that enables the Dismounted Close Combat (DCC) Assault Rifle operator to acquire and engage targets in low and zero light conditions, commensurate with the daylight performance of the current in-service weapon system and day sight. 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: Telescopic sights.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88d3e274-1734-4bf0-9da2-e123b6c84fb3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Aug 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 May 2020 - 31 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, SOLDIER TRAINING AND SPECIAL PROGRAMMES |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 35321200 - Rifles
- 38633000 - Telescopic sights

## Release History

- 3 Aug 2019 at 23:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88d3e274-1734-4bf0-9da2-e123b6c84fb3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88d3e274-1734-4bf0-9da2-e123b6c84fb3
  3rd August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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