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title: "Support Weapons Enhanced Sighting Systems (SWESS) Project"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT (DCC)"
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# Support Weapons Enhanced Sighting Systems (SWESS) Project

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT (DCC)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e7e21f66-0504-4620-a8e4-649df6972379

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Land Equipment, Dismounted Close Combat (DCC) is currently engaged in a procurement process titled "Support Weapons Enhanced Sighting Systems (SWESS) Project." This initiative falls under the goods category, specifically focused on telescopic sights, and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender period is active, concluding on 28 February 2021, while the associated contract is set to start on the same date and run until 28 February 2026. The estimated value of the contract ranges from £10 million to £20 million.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the defence and optics sectors, particularly those supplying specialised equipment such as telescopic sights. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, as they may find this contract aligns well with their capabilities and product offerings. With the procurement being issued by a prominent governmental authority, successful participation could enhance a company's reputation and lead to further contracts within the defence sector.

## Notice

Telescopic sights. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Bristol: Telescopic sights.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d28f377d-5953-438f-95c5-f3bbc8c1afd4 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Feb 2021 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000,000 |
| 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, LAND EQUIPMENT, DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT (DCC) |
| 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

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38633000 - Telescopic sights

## Release History

- 26 Jul 2019 at 10:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d28f377d-5953-438f-95c5-f3bbc8c1afd4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d28f377d-5953-438f-95c5-f3bbc8c1afd4
  26th July 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

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