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title: "IRM24/7683 - The Supply of C8 Rifle Spares CAN CF"
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# IRM24/7683 - The Supply of C8 Rifle Spares CAN CF

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6c7152ee-f7bb-45d4-9819-d87b40cee856

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, through Babcock Land Defence Ltd, has awarded a contract to Colt Canada Corporation for the supply of C8 Rifle spares, with a focus on supporting components of the C8 Platform. This procurement falls under the rifles category and operates using a limited negotiated procedure without prior publication, adhering to the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011. The contract spans from 24th July 2025 to 23rd July 2027, with three additional option years available, emphasising its long-term nature and substantial value of £4,000,000. The procurement process is in the award stage, highlighting an ongoing commitment to a secure and technical supply chain within the UK, particularly in the West Midlands region.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses in the defence industry, specifically SMEs, as it underscores a considerable investment in defence infrastructure and sustained demand for technical proficiency in arms components. Although the procurement method limits competition due to technical reasons and proprietary expertise, businesses involved in manufacturing, distribution, or specialising in military-grade equipment may find avenues for collaboration or subcontracting engagements essential for expanding their market presence. Companies able to innovate in related technologies or offer complementary products and services connected to the C8 rifle spares may find growth opportunities through strategic partnerships with Colt Canada Corporation or involvement in similar future tenders.

## Notice

Babcock Land Defence Ltd, acting as agent for the UK Ministry of Defence has awarded a 2 Years with 3 Option Years contract using the Negotiated Procedure Without Prior Publication pursuant to Regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 to Colt Canada Corporation. On the basis that, for technical reasons, the Contract can only be awarded to Colt Canada Corporation. Colt Manufacturing is the manufacturer and have appointed Colt Canada Corporation as the sole distributor of spares in the UK which support C8 Platform components. Colt Canada Corporation have been granted the rights from Colt Manufacturing to the technical specifications required to undertake the manufacture, testing and supply and they do not share this knowledge/expertise with any third party.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa127027-a0db-4b41-8c59-f8ea6dcee5bd |
| 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 | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 23 Jul 2025 - 23 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,000,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | TELFORD |
| Post town | Telford |
| Postcode | TF2 8JT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG21 Telford and Wrekin |
| Local authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Electoral ward | Donnington |
| Westminster constituency | The Wrekin |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COLT CANADA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35321200 - Rifles

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2025 at 06:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa127027-a0db-4b41-8c59-f8ea6dcee5bd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa127027-a0db-4b41-8c59-f8ea6dcee5bd
  29th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/330741f1-face-4c5d-a80c-9999b41bd148
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6efe78c4-b36d-4fbc-b5eb-e597590d5f05
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ec31ce76-4ebd-4234-842c-7611eea68765
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e394757f-f369-469c-b134-c3707bd9c717
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