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title: "C8 Safe Blank Firing System"
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# C8 Safe Blank Firing System

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, SOLDIER TRAINING AND SPECIAL PROGRAMMES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b599acc-2b8a-4112-8204-6984fcabf1f9

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Land Equipment, Soldier Training and Special Programmes is seeking bids for the procurement of a Safe Blank Firing System for the C8 rifle. This tender, titled "C8 Safe Blank Firing System", falls under the industry category of weapons, ammunition, and associated parts. It is located in Bristol, South West, UK, and is currently at the active tender stage with a deadline for submissions on 19 March 2017. The total contract value is set at £1,225,000, and the procurement method employed is a selective procedure.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the defence and firearms sector, particularly for those that design or manufacture weapons safety systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may possess the innovative solutions and agility required for this niche area. Companies that specialise in compliance with safety standards and defence manufacturing would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract.

## Notice

The procurement of a Safe Blank Firing System for the C8 rifle including two mechanical safety measures to stop live ammunition being loaded into and fired from the weapon. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Bristol: Weapons, ammunition and associated parts.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c81e692b-6467-4d10-9a7c-58c9715efb65 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Oct 2017 - 15 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,225,000 |
| 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, LAND EQUIPMENT, SOLDIER TRAINING AND SPECIAL PROGRAMMES |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2017 at 09:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c81e692b-6467-4d10-9a7c-58c9715efb65

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c81e692b-6467-4d10-9a7c-58c9715efb65
  20th February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

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