--- title: "Self Loading Pistol (SLP) & Carbine" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-57ed6e7f-f530-42b2-ba23-14e5e685cfb0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-57ed6e7f-f530-42b2-ba23-14e5e685cfb0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-57ed6e7f-f530-42b2-ba23-14e5e685cfb0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-57ed6e7f-f530-42b2-ba23-14e5e685cfb0.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY" published: "2025-01-27" --- # Self Loading Pistol (SLP) & Carbine Buyer: CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-57ed6e7f-f530-42b2-ba23-14e5e685cfb0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-57ed6e7f-f530-42b2-ba23-14e5e685cfb0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-57ed6e7f-f530-42b2-ba23-14e5e685cfb0.json) ## Summary The Civil Nuclear Constabulary is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Self Loading Pistol (SLP) & Carbine," classified under the industry category of police equipment, specifically light firearms, handguns, rifles, and machine guns. The procurement aims to engage potential suppliers and gather market insights through a supplier day scheduled on 19th February 2025, running from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with the engagement end date set for 27th April 2025. The exact location will be determined based on the number of interested parties. This tender process is initially focused on market engagement, involving no set contract value at this stage. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing and supplying police equipment, particularly those specialising in firearms. Companies that can provide high-quality self-loading pistols and carbines are encouraged to participate. The procurement process invites suppliers to help shape the specifications and potential procurement strategies, offering a platform to influence future contract requirements. Businesses who wish to compete should focus on demonstrating their capabilities to meet the diverse needs of the Civil Nuclear Constabulary while complying with necessary regulations. Registration and expressing interest through the provided In-Tend portal is required for participation. ## Notice Civil Nuclear Police Authority Self-loading Pistol & Carbine. This Market engagement is to inform the market of the potential interest on attending a supplier day being hosted by the authority on the 19th February 2025 0900Hrs to 1600Hrs. Location yet to be determined and will depend on the amount of prospective parties wishing to attend. Location will be disseminated once attendee numbers are known. The Authority seeks to determine market potential and consider market views on the requirements with a view to ensure such views are considered for any potential procurement that the Authority may wish to launch. The aim of the industry day is for both parties i.e. the CNC and potential suppliers. To understand and develop a strategy on the potential route to market and the development of specifications to allow for as wide a competitive supplier base as possible whilst meeting the authorities requirements. Suppliers will be restricted to a maximum of 2 representatives per company. Preregistration is required by contacting the following email address. To express an interest and view the documents please register on https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home Additional information: No contract value has been set at this stage. Please follow the attached guide to register on In-Tend and connect to the CNC Hub. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1963b365-9713-47e7-bffe-f72d9d703b2c | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 27 Apr 2025 | | 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 | CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY | | Locality | OXON | | Post town | Oxford | | Postcode | OX14 3DB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC | | Local authority | South Oxfordshire | | Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams | | Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35200000 - Police equipment - 35320000 - Firearms - 35321000 - Light firearms - 35321100 - Hand guns - 35321200 - Rifles - 35321300 - Machine guns ## Release History - 27 Jan 2025 at 15:28 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1963b365-9713-47e7-bffe-f72d9d703b2c - 27 Jan 2025 at 15:27 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1963b365-9713-47e7-bffe-f72d9d703b2c - 27 Jan 2025 at 15:26 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1963b365-9713-47e7-bffe-f72d9d703b2c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1963b365-9713-47e7-bffe-f72d9d703b2c 27th January 2025 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/civilnuclearconstabulary/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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