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title: "DGM/2025 105mm Illumination shells"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8550af26-67cd-4c9e-86b3-9fd9cabfaf4e"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2024-04-11"
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# DGM/2025 105mm Illumination shells

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8550af26-67cd-4c9e-86b3-9fd9cabfaf4e

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is planning a tender for DGM/2025 105mm Illumination shells. This procurement process aims to acquire shells compatible with the L118 Light Gun, providing illumination for various military divisions and forces. Interested parties must submit their capabilities and cost proposals by 26th April 2024 to Michelle Seymour at MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol, England. The tender is classified under CPV code 35331200 (Shells) and is suited for SMEs.

This tender by the Ministry of Defence presents an opportunity for businesses able to supply 105mm Illumination shells meeting specified requirements. Companies with expertise in munitions production and delivery are well-suited to compete for this contract. The deadline for submitting proposals is 26th April 2024, offering businesses a chance to expand their portfolio and collaborate with a key government agency in the defence sector.

## Notice

The Authority is currently looking to procure the following. 1. The user requires a 105mm Illumination shell for the 105mm calibre L118 Light Gun to provide illumination in the white visual spectrum in support of the war fighting Division, STRIKE, and armoured infantry (AI) brigades, Airborne Task Force, Lead Commando Group and Reserve. 2. Must be compatible with the current fuze and charges used with the in Service 105mm Illum shell (L43). - L163 Fuze - Charges L35, L36 & L45. 3. The fuzed Illumination projectile shall be compatible with the in-service L118 Light Gun barrel. 4. The fuzed Illumination projectile shall deliver target effect at a range equal to or greater than 15700m. 5. After expulsion of the illumination components shall provide Illumination in the visible (0.4 to 0.7mm) spectrum. State your product capability regarding the below; - Brightness measured in Candelas. - Non flickering circular range - Illumination burn time characteristics. 6. Cost requirements - Please provide ROM costs for the one-off quantity of 16,000 shells for delivery by 2026 in one delivery or in agreed batch deliveries. Please note:- the quantity quoted is an estimate and may be revised. - Please advise EOQ (minimum economic order quantity). - We may require banded pricing going forward. If you would be interested in delivering this requirement, please let the Authority know no later than 26th April 2024 Please submit your response to Michelle.Seymour102@mod.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5f22ee8-fc4e-45bc-a1fd-f9b07cda584b |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Apr 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 26 Apr 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35331200 - Shells

## Release History

- 11 Apr 2024 at 13:05 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5f22ee8-fc4e-45bc-a1fd-f9b07cda584b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5f22ee8-fc4e-45bc-a1fd-f9b07cda584b
  11th April 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

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