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title: "Designated Marksman In-Line Low Light Sight"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT (DCC)"
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# Designated Marksman In-Line Low Light Sight

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT (DCC)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-425701b9-f367-4896-be62-51d779252631

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Land Equipment, Dismounted Close Combat (DCC) is currently overseeing a selective procurement process for the Designated Marksman In-Line Low Light Sight (DMILLS), with a total contract value of £20,000,000. This procurement is categorised under goods, specifically classified as telescopic sights, and is based in Bristol, South West England. The tender period closes on 19 July 2019, and the contract is anticipated to start on 1 June 2020, concluding on 1 June 2025.

This opportunity is ideal for businesses that specialise in defence equipment and optical technologies, particularly those focused on manufacturing and supplying advanced sighting systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they can bring innovative solutions to the procurement. With a substantial budget in place, this contract presents a significant opportunity for growth and collaboration within the defence industry.

## Notice

The Designated Marksman In-Line Low Light Sight (DMILLS) shall provide the User with a capability that enables the Section Designated Marksman to acquire and engage targets in low or 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/0b4ea21d-4393-4d75-972e-c37ea3e9bd57 |
| 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 | 15 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jul 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2020 - 1 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000,000 |
| 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, 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38633000 - Telescopic sights

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2019 at 23:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b4ea21d-4393-4d75-972e-c37ea3e9bd57

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b4ea21d-4393-4d75-972e-c37ea3e9bd57
  15th June 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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