--- title: "LEI Combined Support Contract" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02f6da" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02f6da" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02f6da.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02f6da.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2021-11-15" --- # LEI Combined Support Contract Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02f6da [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02f6da) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02f6da.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves the Ministry of Defence, which has initiated the "LEI Combined Support Contract" to provide combined support, supply, and repair services specifically for in-service sharpshooter rifles. This contract, classified under repair and maintenance services for firearms and ammunition, is set to last for five years, commencing in January 2022. The procurement method used is limited, with the award going to Law Enforcement International Ltd, the exclusive supplier for these services, as the contract has already been signed on November 1, 2021, for a total value of £4 million. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the defence and security sector, particularly those specialised in weapon systems maintenance, technical support, and related services. Businesses with expertise in firearms technology, supply chain management, or those that can offer innovative solutions for weaponry sustainability are well-suited to compete. The exclusivity of Law Enforcement International Ltd as the provider underscores the potential for collaboration and partnership within this niche market, making it an attractive prospect for firms looking to expand their footprint in the defence arena. ## Notice The Authority intends to award a contract to Law Enforcement International Ltd for the provision of combined support, supply and repair services in respect of the in-service sharpshooter rifles. The contract will be for a 5-year period and will include the provision of a technical support service and will enable the procurement of additional in-service rifles, if required. ### Lot Information Lot 1 This contract will provide a combination of support, supply and repair services for the in-service fleet of sharpshooter rifles, that will ensure the UK Armed Forces Commands can meet their enduring and future capability needs. This contract will include the provision of a technical support service and enable the procurement of additional in-service rifles, if required. Options: Options will be available on the contract to procure additional in-service rifles. There will not be an option available to extend the term of the contract. ### Procurement Information The Dismounted Close Combat programme team, part of the UK Ministry of Defence, intends to place a 5-year contract from January 2022 with Law Enforcement International Ltd for the Combined Support, Supply and Repair of the in-service sharpshooter rifles that includes a technical support service and the provision to procure additional in-service rifles, if required. In accordance with regulation 4 of The Defence and Security Public Contracts (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (SI 2019/697) this procurement falls to be regulated under the provisions of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 as amended (in particular by SI 2019/697 and SI 2020/1450). Prior publication of a contract notice in the Official Journal of the European Union is no longer appropriate. It is considered that the award of the contract without prior publication of a contract notice in the UK e-notification service is lawful in accordance with Regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 due to technical reasons. This is because Law Enforcement International Ltd are the exclusive UK Agent for the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Design Authority (DA) and are the only economic entity with access to the necessary technical information, knowledge and expertise, for the rifle comprised in this contract. Law Enforcement International Ltd are the only economic entity with the capability and access necessary to provide the required technical support to ensure it complies with the Authority's specification and maintains operational performance and effectiveness of the weapons. As part of the Contract, should the Authority wish to procure additional rifles during the term of the contract, Law Enforcement International Ltd is the only supplier able to supply the current in-service rifles. A change of supplier would oblige the Authority to acquire different rifles with different technical characteristics that would affect the interoperability of the rifles. Having users that were trained and operating similar weapons with different characteristics would lead to an unacceptable level of safety risk with the operational performance of the rifles, even if additional configuration control measures, training measures, supplementary technical documentation and user manuals were in place. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028523-2021 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Negotiated without publication of a contract notice | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 1 Nov 2021 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £4,000,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## 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 | TLK1 Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Bristol/Bath area | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | LAW ENFORCEMENT INTERNATIONAL | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 35321200 - Rifles - 50620000 - Repair and maintenance services of firearms and ammunition ## Release History - 15 Nov 2021 at 22:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028523-2021 ## Notice URLs - https://des.mod.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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