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title: "Firearms and Ammunition Framework"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "FORESTRY COMMISSION"
published: "2021-04-01"
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# Firearms and Ammunition Framework

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e0a92681-2343-44fc-a8da-204bd5c9c235

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission is currently in the tender stage for the "Firearms and Ammunition Framework", with a total value of £230,000. This procurement involves the supply and delivery of firearms, ammunition, and associated ancillary items such as optics and sound moderators. The tender period is active, ending on 16 April 2021, with the contract scheduled to commence on 1 June 2021 and run for four years until 31 May 2025. The scope includes delivery to various locations, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories, under an open procedure procurement method.

This opportunity is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in firearms and related products, allowing them to compete for a significant contract within the public sector. Companies that can offer innovative solutions and possess the necessary certifications for dealing in firearms will find this tender particularly relevant for expanding their business reach and capabilities in the public procurement market.

## Notice

Forestry England is awarding a framework for the supply and delivery of Firearms, Ammunition and associated ancillary items, including Optics, Sound Moderators and High Seats.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9928e043-2172-4bdf-8b8c-6eee723145f2 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2021 - 31 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £230,000 |
| 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 | FORESTRY COMMISSION |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1EJ |
| 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

- 35320000 - Firearms

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2021 at 07:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9928e043-2172-4bdf-8b8c-6eee723145f2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9928e043-2172-4bdf-8b8c-6eee723145f2
  1st April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bristol:-Firearms./373958Q3U9
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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