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title: "Night Vision Devices (NVD) Framework Agreement"
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# Night Vision Devices (NVD) Framework Agreement

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0499a1

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## Summary

The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) has initiated a tender process for a Night Vision Devices (NVD) Multi-Supplier Framework Agreement. This procurement involves the supply of helmet-mounted night vision equipment, including binoculars, monoculars, and wide-field view goggles, classified under the Telescopic sights category (CPV: 38633000). The framework, covering a period of seven years with an estimated value of £120 million, aims to provide flexible procurement for Front Line Commands (FLCs) in the UK. The procurement method employed is a selective, restricted procedure, with technical information sought from suppliers to qualify products onto the framework catalogue. Key dates include a tender period ending on 14 October 2024, with submissions accepted in English.

Participation in this Framework Agreement presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of night vision technologies. With potential support via the Surveillance Target Acquisition Support (STAS) Contract, businesses can expand their market reach and establish long-term relationships with the MOD. The procurement method fosters competitive bidding, particularly benefiting SMEs capable of providing high-quality, innovative solutions and willing to comply with the framework's requirements. By engaging in mini competitions within the framework, suppliers can maximise their exposure and potential revenue from government contracts, thereby facilitating business growth.

## Notice

The Dismounted Close Combat (DCC) Team, part of the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) has awarded a multi-product, multi-supplier Framework Agreement contract for the procurement of Night Vision Devices. The estimated total Framework value is up to PS120M ex-VAT across multiple suppliers throughout the 7-year duration of the Framework. The purpose of this Framework Agreement is to enable the Authority to flexibly procure the Night Vision Devices capability for Front Line Commands (FLCs) over the next 7 years dependent on user requirements and funding. Following award of the Framework Agreement, the Authority's intention is to seek technical data for the proposed products from the suppliers. The Authority shall then call forward the physical product for trials and assessment to be carried out by the Authority or a third party on their behalf. The Authority will only procure products that have been tested and meet the specified requirement. Support shall be provided via the Surveillance Target Acquisition Support (STAS) Contract. Providers will place a sub-contract agreement with the Supplier providing support under the STAS Contract. The Cyber Risk Level associated with this requirement has been assessed as Very Low (RAR-543383377). DPQQ - https://contracts.mod.uk/go/990524460191DBADE423 FTS Notice - https://contracts.mod.uk/go/298430170191DBAF4A55

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Framework Agreement for the procurement of Night Vision Devices.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030150-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 19 |
| Supplier names | AVIATION SPARES AND REPAIRS; BECK OPTRONIC SOLUTIONS; BEECHWOOD EQUIPMENT; HARRIS SYSTEMS; HIGHLAND DEFENCE; IAN EDGAR (LIVERPOOL; INSTRO PRECISION; KARBON SAVUNMA SISTEMLERI SANAYI VE TICARET LIMITED SIRKETI; LEVEL PEAKS ASSOCIATES; MKU; OPTIX JSC; PRECISION TECHNIC DEFENCE; QIOPTIQ; SENOP; THALES; THEON SENSORS; THERMOTEKNIX SYSTEMS; THOMAS JACKS; VIKING ARMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38633000 - Telescopic sights

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2025 at 10:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030150-2025
- 10 Sep 2024 at 12:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028953-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://contracts.mod.uk/go/298430170191DBAF4A55
- https://contracts.mod.uk/go/990524460191DBADE423
- https://des.mod.uk/
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/660384ad-47fe-414a-99cc-e06895dfc852

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