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title: "Supply of Spares for the Light Machine Gun"
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# Supply of Spares for the Light Machine Gun

Buyer: BABCOCK INTERNATIONAL GROUP PLC  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f562e4cc-72c6-42a0-9eaf-af7026c1543f

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Supply of Spares for the Light Machine Gun" was initiated by Babcock International Group PLC, a contracting authority based in Telford, Shropshire, England. The tender falls under the industry category of machine guns, with a total value of £95,500. The procurement method used was a limited negotiated procedure without prior publication, concluding the tender period on 7 May 2021. The awarded contract was officially announced on 20 December 2021, with the contract effective from 13 December 2021 and lasting until 12 December 2028.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to expand through defence and military supplies. Companies specialising in military equipment manufacturing, particularly those with capabilities in providing spare parts and components for firearms, can find a strong fit in this procurement process. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find particular advantage in competing for contracts of this nature, given the suitability criteria that favour them.

## Notice

Supply of Spares for the Light Machine Gun

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f86a9938-140e-4d53-812e-e72414da04ef |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 6 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 13 Dec 2021 - 12 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £95,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £95,500 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BABCOCK INTERNATIONAL GROUP PLC |
| Locality | TELFORD, SHROPSHIRE |
| Post town | Telford |
| Postcode | TF2 8JT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG21 Telford and Wrekin |
| Local authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Electoral ward | Donnington |
| Westminster constituency | The Wrekin |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FN HERSTAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35321300 - Machine guns

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2021 at 11:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f86a9938-140e-4d53-812e-e72414da04ef

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f86a9938-140e-4d53-812e-e72414da04ef
  20th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/93aa33ce-84d1-4103-aa93-1c58891f537a
  ANNEX A TO SCHEDULE OF REQUIREMENTS, PURCHASE ORDER, TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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