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title: "710841450 - The Purchase of Ballistics, Firearms and Public Order Equipment by British Forces Cyprus (BFC)"
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# 710841450 - The Purchase of Ballistics, Firearms and Public Order Equipment by British Forces Cyprus (BFC)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5ed9f8fe-8de4-4aaf-9f9c-628eae5d0107

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is initiating a procurement process under the open procedure for the purchase of Ballistics, Firearms, and Public Order Equipment for British Forces Cyprus (BFC), spanning a 4-year period. The provided CPV classification for this tender is "Bullet-proof vests." The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage and is open for submissions until 22nd October 2024. The contract period will start on 19th November 2024 and end on 18th November 2025, with potential extensions subject to financial approval. The equipment is to be delivered commercially to British Forces Cyprus within 5 months of order demand, with locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The estimated contract value is £1,365,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the defence and security industry, particularly those specialising in the supply of ballistics and public order equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are eligible to participate in this tender, and companies with the capability to deliver high-quality, compliant products within specified timelines are well-positioned to compete. Successful bidders will not only secure a substantial contract with the Ministry of Defence but also establish a relationship that could lead to future contract extensions, supporting sustainable business growth over the upcoming years.

## Notice

This requirement is for the purchase of Ballistics, Firearms and Public Order Equipment by British Forces Cyprus (BFC). The requirement is for the supply of Ballistics, Firearms and Public Order Equipment by BFC over a 4-year period. Delivery is required to the Authority within 5 months of an order demand being placed. Commercial delivery to BFC within the Republic of Cyprus must be available. Funding has been approved for the first year of the requirement. Contract option years 1-3 are unfunded at this stage and will be subject to financial approval and contract amendment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c2adff2-91df-4c82-ac7a-9e992e910764 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Nov 2024 - 18 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,365,000 |
| 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 |
| Locality | HQ BFC, EPISKOPI GARRISON |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | BF1 2AS |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35815100 - Bullet-proof vests

## Release History

- 19 Sep 2024 at 09:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c2adff2-91df-4c82-ac7a-9e992e910764

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c2adff2-91df-4c82-ac7a-9e992e910764
  19th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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