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title: "Provision of Airsoft Engagement Systems"
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# Provision of Airsoft Engagement Systems

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a5083281-065b-44c8-a326-bb37e74e5765

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is inviting tenders for the provision of airsoft engagement systems, a procurement classified under the industry category of target games and equipment (CPV: 37462000) and recreational, cultural, and sporting services (CPV: 92000000). The contract will be executed from the Ministry's location in Andover, England, and will encompass deliveries to British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world, including the United Kingdom. This open procedure (above threshold) tender is at the active procurement stage, with the tender period ending on 28th March 2025 and the contract commencing on 23rd April 2025, running until 22nd April 2028. The total value of the contract is £120,000 GBP.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and provision of airsoft equipment, especially those aiming to support military engagement initiatives. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, as the suitability criteria explicitly favour them. Companies capable of providing robust and innovative airsoft systems, which have previously demonstrated effectiveness in enhancing Army recruitment and image, will find this tender an ideal platform for growth and long-term partnership with the Ministry of Defence.

## Notice

Airsoft systems have been used throughout Engage to Recruit and have proved highly effective at attracting the Main Target Audience (MTA) and has a strong positive affect on Army image and recruiting. The current Airsoft system is one of the most effective engagement assets being used to support EtR. This capability needs to be expanded and grown. Additional information: Please visit the Defence Sourcing Portal to view the opportunity listing (Link below) and express interest to view the invitation to tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc875caa-cebc-45b0-90a0-1ff9d03e5440 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Apr 2025 - 22 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| 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 |
| Locality | ANDOVER |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP11 8HJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Test Valley |
| Electoral ward | Andover Millway |
| Westminster constituency | North West Hampshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 37462000 - Target games and equipment
- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2025 at 10:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc875caa-cebc-45b0-90a0-1ff9d03e5440

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc875caa-cebc-45b0-90a0-1ff9d03e5440
  21st February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=59546
  Link to Opportunity Listing on DSP

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