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title: "RFI - Procurement of Powder Cartridge and Range of Fixing kits to support Hilti DX5 bolt gun"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2023-08-11"
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# RFI - Procurement of Powder Cartridge and Range of Fixing kits to support Hilti DX5 bolt gun

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e4b858da-ce53-46e7-a5f4-aa670edeea84

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is planning a procurement process for the acquisition of Powder Cartridge and Range of Fixing kits to support Hilti DX5 bolt gun. These items fall under the industry category of Weapons, ammunition and associated parts. The engagement end date for this planning stage is set for September 8, 2023. The Ministry of Defence, located in Bristol, England, is the buying organisation for this tender.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses interested in supplying powder cartridge tools and fixing kits for military applications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete in this process. The Ministry of Defence is currently in the planning stage, indicating that there is an opportunity for businesses to engage early and potentially secure a contract for the supply of these essential items to MOD locations in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

## Notice

Description The Authority has potential requirement to place a Contract with a prime Contractor to: - provide new supplies of Cartridge Powder Actuated Tool (Red) L93A1 (NSN 5130-99-264-5690), also known as 6.8/11 M10 CLEAN-TEC POWDER CARTRIDGES (Red Version Required) - source the items and ensure all necessary supporting certification and technical documentation is provided - be responsible for the procurement of the items from end to end. - pack the items into necessary packaging (MOD Service Packs), Qty 1,000 per box, supplied by the Authority as Government Furnished Assets (GFA), prior to delivery. - mark packaging and containers - transport supplies from prime Contractor's location to MOD UK delivery address Cartridge Powder Actuated Tool (Red) L93A1 is utilised in use of the Hilti DX 5 Engineers Bolt Gun, providing the propelling force used to drive fasteners into steel plate or concrete. This RFI notice is for planning and market research purposes only and is no commitment from the Authority to any further requirements or Contracts.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8efc44fe-1d51-4e42-9ab8-4b57bc5c126d |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Aug 2023 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 8 Sep 2023 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts
- 35310000 - Miscellaneous weapons

## Release History

- 11 Aug 2023 at 10:50 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8efc44fe-1d51-4e42-9ab8-4b57bc5c126d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8efc44fe-1d51-4e42-9ab8-4b57bc5c126d
  11th August 2023 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

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