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title: "Sniper In-Line Low Light System (SILLS) Weapon Sight 1 (WS1) - Contract Award Notice"
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# Sniper In-Line Low Light System (SILLS) Weapon Sight 1 (WS1) - Contract Award Notice

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7e64423d-aaea-4dc6-ab13-4fff1f50b874

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the procurement and support of the Sniper In-Line Low Light System (SILLS) Weapon Sight 1 (WS1), valued at £1,371,667. This award follows a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure and was finalised on 14 March 2022. The contract period extends from 14 March 2022 to 12 March 2027. Delivery addresses include locations throughout the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories, with the tender process having concluded on 18 March 2021.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those involved in the manufacture and supply of optical goods, such as telescopic sights. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide innovative technologies and support services tailored to military specifications would be well-positioned to explore similar opportunities in future procurement processes. Engaging with the Ministry of Defence and understanding their procurement strategies could facilitate further business growth in this sector.

## Notice

Contract Award Notice for the Procurement and Support of Sniper In-Line Low Light System (SILLS) Weapon Sight 1 (WS1). Reference: 700936368

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62f72b09-20d7-46f2-9a12-7de9aba5e50d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 14 Mar 2022 - 12 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,371,667 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,371,667 |
| 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 | 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | QIOPTIQ |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38633000 - Telescopic sights

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2022 at 16:18 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62f72b09-20d7-46f2-9a12-7de9aba5e50d
- 24 Mar 2022 at 16:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62f72b09-20d7-46f2-9a12-7de9aba5e50d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62f72b09-20d7-46f2-9a12-7de9aba5e50d
  24th March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/96a0fece-4212-4005-bca5-9f9f64083967
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