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title: "712801452-DGM/2022-Contract Award Notice"
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# 712801452-DGM/2022-Contract Award Notice

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a72543f6-4256-42bc-905c-0b16a16b07f0

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has completed the procurement process for the supply of 5.56mm and 9mm Secuirblank Ammunition, awarding a contract to General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Canada Inc. This contract, titled "712801452-DGM/2022-Contract Award Notice," belongs to the weapons, ammunition and associated parts industry category. The contract value is £2,500,000 and the delivery location is the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was a limited, negotiated procedure without prior publication, and the contract period spans from 9th September 2024 to 9th September 2031. The award was published on 21st October 2024, signalling the end of the tender stage and the commencement of the contract's active status.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for the large-scale supplier, General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Canada Inc., to contribute to the UK MOD's ammunition supply chain. While this specific contract was not open to small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), similar future opportunities may be available through MOD procurement channels. Companies specialising in the production and supply of military-grade ammunition and related products can find substantial business growth opportunities by staying informed of upcoming MOD tenders, enhancing their visibility within this high-value market segment.

## Notice

This is a contract award notice to notify industry that the UK MOD has awarded a contract to General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Canada for the supply of 5.56mm and 9mm Secuirblank Ammunition.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83ae75b7-24c1-4ba1-b802-b80458e7bb0f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2024 - 9 Sep 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,500,000 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS CANADA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2024 at 11:13 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83ae75b7-24c1-4ba1-b802-b80458e7bb0f
- 21 Oct 2024 at 10:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83ae75b7-24c1-4ba1-b802-b80458e7bb0f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83ae75b7-24c1-4ba1-b802-b80458e7bb0f
  21st October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8b1fb456-09cc-4437-bf3e-1631dc6a6888
  n/a
- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=58782
  Redacted Contract Award Documents - Transparency

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