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title: "SSP/00211 Shotgun System"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-88e82909-4555-426c-b018-c8df43a8baeb"
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# SSP/00211 Shotgun System

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT (DCC)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-88e82909-4555-426c-b018-c8df43a8baeb

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Land Equipment, Dismounted Close Combat (DCC) is currently seeking tenders for the procurement of a shotgun system under the title "SSP/00211 Shotgun System". This contracting process falls within the goods category, specifically focusing on weapons, ammunition, and associated parts. The tender, published on 15th September 2017, entails an initial order for at least 100 breaching shotguns and related ammunition, with the deadline for submissions set for 12th October 2017. The successful delivery of these items is anticipated by March 2019, guiding suppliers in the South West of the United Kingdom to respond appropriately to the project’s requirements valuing approximately £1 million.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply and manufacture of firearms and ammunition. Companies that can demonstrate compliance with strict safety and operational standards, and are capable of providing high-quality products suited for military use, will find this procurement particularly relevant. Furthermore, firms with the capability to scale their offerings for potential future orders of ammunition will be well-positioned to participate in this selective procurement process, which operates under a restricted procedure that invites specific suppliers to compete.

## Notice

The project will procure a shotgun weapon and ammunition to provide a shotgun system optimised for the end users with options to increase the shotgun capability and purchase further ammunition in the future, if needed. The contract is for the initial procurement of a minimum of 100 breaching shotguns and ammunition that are fit for purpose, and safe and suitable for service to be delivered by March 2019. 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/10255ccb-7f63-4dd4-a41c-c727cbf439a7 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Sep 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2018 - 1 Nov 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| 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, DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT (DCC) |
| 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

- 15 Sep 2017 at 09:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10255ccb-7f63-4dd4-a41c-c727cbf439a7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10255ccb-7f63-4dd4-a41c-c727cbf439a7
  15th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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