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title: "Disposal of Firearms and Offensive Weapons"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-74296e88-90ff-48bb-9ced-65124f0f816b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ATAMIS LTD"
published: "2021-07-21"
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# Disposal of Firearms and Offensive Weapons

Buyer: ATAMIS LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-74296e88-90ff-48bb-9ced-65124f0f816b

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the disposal of firearms and offensive weapons on behalf of the Border Force, carried out by ATAMIS LTD. This tender, classified under weapons and ammunition disposal services, was valued at £28,440 and was processed as a single tender action, which is below the threshold for competitive bidding. The contract period commenced on 1st May 2021 and is set to conclude on 31st October 2021. The procurement process is complete, and the relevant delivery addresses include various regions including the UK and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in disposal services, particularly those with experience in handling sensitive materials such as firearms. Companies that can demonstrate the capability to manage compliance with strict regulations in this industry would be well-positioned to compete. The involvement of a large institution like Cranfield University as a supplier indicates the potential for partnerships or collaborations that could enhance business offerings in this niche market.

## Notice

Disposal of seized firearms and offensive weapons on behalf of Border Force

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddae164a-25b6-47df-983a-12fe04305bb0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2021 - 31 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,440 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,440 |
| 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 | ATAMIS LTD |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M5 3LZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Quays |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CRANFIELD UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90523100 - Weapons and ammunition disposal services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2021 at 16:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddae164a-25b6-47df-983a-12fe04305bb0
- 21 Jul 2021 at 15:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d1f1cbf-0ef6-42b8-88b6-fa66c11923eb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddae164a-25b6-47df-983a-12fe04305bb0
  21st July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d1f1cbf-0ef6-42b8-88b6-fa66c11923eb
  21st July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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