---
title: "Procurement of the C8 Safe Blank Firing System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0287db"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT (DCC)"
published: "2021-01-05"
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# Procurement of the C8 Safe Blank Firing System

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT (DCC)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0287db

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence (MoD), specifically the Land Equipment, Dismounted Close Combat (DCC) division, is currently conducting a procurement process for the "C8 Safe Blank Firing System". This tender falls under the goods category, related to weapons, ammunition, and associated parts, with a value of approximately £1.5 million and a minimum contract value of £1 million. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, and responses must be submitted by 14 February 2021. The delivery locations specified for this contract are within the Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, and Bristol/Bath areas in the United Kingdom.

This procurement opportunity represents significant potential for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in the defence sector, particularly those specialising in manufacturing weapons and ammunition components. Businesses with capabilities in producing suppressors and firing systems, or those represented by agents managing multiple original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), may find this tender particularly suited to their offerings. To successfully compete, interested suppliers should ensure compliance with all specified eligibility criteria and be prepared to demonstrate their capacity to fulfill the requirements set forth in this tender.

## Notice

Weapons, ammunition and associated parts. The procurement of a Suppressor and Safe Blank Firing System for the C8 Rifle that includes mechanisms to disrupt the feed of and safely capture live rounds. The system will include a suitable interface to allow Level 1 (User) fitment and removal of a SBFS and suppressor without the requirement for tools. Note: It is recommended that potential suppliers refer to the DPQQ for full information. Quantity or scope: The procurement of a Suppressor and Safe Blank Firing System for the C8 Rifle that includes mechanisms to disrupt the feed of and safely capture live rounds. The system will include a suitable interface to allow Level 1 (User) fitment and removal of a SBFS and suppressor without the requirement for tools. The Full Operating Quantity is yet to be quantified however the current estimated through-life consumption quantity of SBFS for the C8 is approximately 2,000.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000149-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| 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 | TLK1 Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Bristol/Bath area |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2021 at 16:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000149-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dcocontracts.mod.uk
- http://www.dcocontracts.mod.uk/delta/project/reasonsForExclusion.html#dspr
- https://des.mod.uk/
- https://www.dcocontracts.mod.uk/delta
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications

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