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title: "FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY - Supply of Biathlon Rifle"
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# FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY - Supply of Biathlon Rifle

Buyer: DEFENCE RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6050c9bb-5736-4201-9d41-de4e6d07a216

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## Summary

The procurement process involved the Defence Relationship Management, which sought bids for the supply of 250 biathlon rifles and associated parts, a contract valued at £722,750. The procurement method used was a limited, negotiated procedure without prior publication. This tender was classified under goods, specifically in the weapons, ammunition, and associated parts category. The tender period closed on 23rd October 2018, and the contract commenced on 30th October 2018, continuing until 30th October 2019, with the delivery expected in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This contract presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialised in the production or supply of military-grade equipment and associated services. Companies that manufacture sporting firearms, ammunition, or related accessories would be particularly well-suited to compete in such tenders. Additionally, suppliers that hold relevant certifications and have experience in defence contracts may find this procurement process advantageous for expanding their business within the public sector.

## Notice

Purchase of 250 Biathlon Rifles and associated parts. Additional information: VTN published 07/09/2018 under contract number 700000336, contract placed with number 700000842.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a988bfcf-c895-4d11-aac5-8be6cba3be76 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Oct 2018 |
| Contract period | 30 Oct 2018 - 30 Oct 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £722,750 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £722,750 |
| 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 | DEFENCE RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC2A 4DW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Hackney |
| Electoral ward | Hoxton East & Shoreditch |
| Westminster constituency | Hackney South and Shoreditch |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RUAG AMMOTEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts

## Release History

- 20 Nov 2018 at 14:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a988bfcf-c895-4d11-aac5-8be6cba3be76

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a988bfcf-c895-4d11-aac5-8be6cba3be76
  20th November 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b732521d-5210-48c5-9fa4-9fd8e64dc1b8
  Redacted Contract

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