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title: "713027450 - Project TROUBLER"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d10e6f6e-251e-426e-a84f-7bd706f06120"
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# 713027450 - Project TROUBLER

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d10e6f6e-251e-426e-a84f-7bd706f06120

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is initiating a procurement process titled "713027450 - Project TROUBLER" to acquire a 5.56mm lightweight assault machine gun capability for the dismounted user. This procurement, classified under the CPV code 35321300 for machine guns, falls within the goods category. The project is set to serve various locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the rest of the world. It is at the tender stage, with a restricted procedure procurement method, and the tender period is set to end on 24th March 2025. The contract is expected to commence on 1st June 2026 and conclude on 2nd June 2033. The total estimated value of the contract is £4,000,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs as they are deemed suitable to participate. It is an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in military equipment, advanced manufacturing, and firearms production to expand their operations and secure a long-term engagement with the Ministry of Defence. Companies with a proven track record in supplying high-quality machine guns and related accessories stand to benefit the most from this procurement. The selective and above-threshold nature of this restricted procedure implies a competitive yet structured bidding process, creating substantial potential for growth for eligible businesses.

## Notice

The Authority is running a project to procure a 5.56mm lightweight (current system 7.1kg) assault machine gun capability for the dismounted User. DPQQ: - https://contracts.mod.uk/go/5818588001949399C3C4

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82e1424d-1d08-403d-84ea-c2d4e9af3a6d |
| 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

- 35321300 - Machine guns

## Release History

- 14 Feb 2025 at 14:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82e1424d-1d08-403d-84ea-c2d4e9af3a6d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82e1424d-1d08-403d-84ea-c2d4e9af3a6d
  14th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://contracts.mod.uk/go/77526466019504C25392
  Find A Tender Service Notice
- https://contracts.mod.uk/go/5818588001949399C3C4
  DPQQ

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