--- title: "DGM/1944 - Supply of Ceremonial Ammunition" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a06c372e-c567-4dee-b0bf-11c77ab7a964" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a06c372e-c567-4dee-b0bf-11c77ab7a964" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a06c372e-c567-4dee-b0bf-11c77ab7a964.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a06c372e-c567-4dee-b0bf-11c77ab7a964.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, WEAPONS, DEFENCE GENERAL MUNITIONS (DGM) PROJECT TEAM" published: "2019-06-15" --- # DGM/1944 - Supply of Ceremonial Ammunition Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, WEAPONS, DEFENCE GENERAL MUNITIONS (DGM) PROJECT TEAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a06c372e-c567-4dee-b0bf-11c77ab7a964 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a06c372e-c567-4dee-b0bf-11c77ab7a964) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a06c372e-c567-4dee-b0bf-11c77ab7a964.json) ## Summary The procurement process is initiated by the Ministry of Defence, specifically the Weapons, Defence General Munitions (DGM) Project Team, for the contract titled "DGM/1944 - Supply of Ceremonial Ammunition." This contract falls under the industry category of Weapons, ammunition and associated parts (CPV 35300000) and is located in Bristol, UK. The procurement method utilised is a selective procedure, with the tender period concluding on 17th July 2019. The total value of the contract is estimated at £4,000,000, with a minimum requirement of £2,000,000. The contract duration is set to begin on 30th September 2019 and will last for a period of three years, with options for additional purchases extending for two more years. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of military-grade ammunition and associated equipment. Companies that are well-suited to compete include those with expertise in ammunition manufacturing, especially those capable of producing specific ceremonial types identified in the tender, such as cartridge blanks for various ceremonial saluting guns. The open nature of the contract allows small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate, making it an attractive opportunity for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in government defence contracts. ## Notice The Authority has a potential requirement for the manufacture and supply of a range of ceremonial saluting natures for use in the 105mm FD L118, 13 Pounder and 3 Pounder ceremonial saluting guns. At this stage, the following items have been identified, are for information only and are subject to change: - cartridge blank 105MM FD 6OZ GP L48A1 - Build to print, - cartridge blank 3 PR, - cartridge blank 13 PR 4oz, - cartridge blank 13 PR 8oz, - cartridge blank 13 PR 1lb. The Contract will be 3 years Firm, with Options to buy quantities of the ammunition for an additional 2 years. It is the initial intention of the authority, where practicable and available, to supply Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) for the 105MM FD 6OZ GP L48A1 blank and a Technical Data Pack for the manufacture and supply of this item. For all the other natures, the authority no longer retains the GFE. Therefore, an appropriate solution is requested. There will also be Options to procure additional quantities of ammunition throughout the duration of the Contract and for a further 2 years after the initial 3 year requirements. 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/861746f1-a183-44ae-bc99-e1059226adfb | | 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 | 15 Jun 2019 | | Submission deadline | 17 Jul 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Sep 2019 - 31 Mar 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £4,000,000 | | 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, WEAPONS, DEFENCE GENERAL MUNITIONS (DGM) PROJECT TEAM | | 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 - 35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts ## Release History - 15 Jun 2019 at 06:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/861746f1-a183-44ae-bc99-e1059226adfb ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/861746f1-a183-44ae-bc99-e1059226adfb 15th June 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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