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title: "713051450 - Project SHAMER"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
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# 713051450 - Project SHAMER

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-abdca0dd-d345-40a8-9238-1bdc16957a17

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is procuring a single chassis, multi-calibre, bolt action sniper rifle under Project SHAMER, aimed at replacing the legacy L115 and L118 rifle systems. This tender, classified under the CPV category 'Rifles' (ID: 35321200), falls within the goods industry and is set to be delivered across various locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and other global regions. The procurement stage is currently active in the tender phase, with a tender period ending on 24th March 2025. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 1st June 2026 and will run until 2nd June 2033. The procurement method being utilised is a selective, restricted procedure due to the project’s above-threshold nature, and the total procurement value is estimated at £4,000,000. 

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in firearms manufacturing and related defence equipment production. The restricted procedure benefits those businesses with a strong track record and relevant experience in delivering high-precision goods. By competing in this procurement process, businesses can secure long-term contracts, expand their market reach, and enhance their portfolio with a prestigious client like the Ministry of Defence. This can significantly contribute to business growth and establish a foothold in the defence sector.

## Notice

Project SHAMER is for the procurement of a single chassis, multi-calibre, bolt action sniper rifle to replace the legacy L115 and L118 rifle system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc727d7b-f428-4f28-acb5-5da067d53754 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 2 Jun 2033 |
| 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 |
| 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

- 35321200 - Rifles

## Release History

- 14 Feb 2025 at 16:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc727d7b-f428-4f28-acb5-5da067d53754

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc727d7b-f428-4f28-acb5-5da067d53754
  14th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://contracts.mod.uk/go/47655072019504EDB402
  DPQQ
- https://contracts.mod.uk/go/33364822019504EE453D
  FTS NOTICE

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