---
title: "713051450 Project SHAMER"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e258"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2025-03-04"
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# 713051450 Project SHAMER

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e258

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is initiating the procurement process for Project SHAMER, aiming to acquire a single chassis, multi-calibre, bolt action sniper rifle to replace existing L115 and L118 models. The tender, identified as 713051450 and classified under CPV code 35321200 (Rifles), is categorised under 'goods'. This procurement is active, with the tender period ending on 24th March 2025. Based in Bristol, UK, the MOD's procurement activity includes amendments that have significantly increased the contract value from £4,000,000 to £20,000,000. Interested suppliers should note the use of an e-Tendering system for the submission process, with all responses required to be in English and submitted in written format.

This is a significant opportunity for businesses in the defence manufacturing sector, especially those specialising in advanced firearm technology. Companies with expertise in designing and producing high-precision rifles and related components are well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement method is selective, following a Restricted procedure, which may include a framework agreement with a maximum of 999 participants over a duration of approximately seven years. This tender not only offers a substantial financial value but also provides a platform for companies to establish or strengthen their relationship with the MOD, potentially leading to future contracts and long-term business growth.

## Notice

Project SHAMER is for the procurement of a single chassis, multi-calibre, bolt action sniper rifle to replace the legacy L115 and L118 rifle system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007930-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 4 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,000,000 |
| 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 |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35321200 - Rifles

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2025 at 17:41 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007930-2025
- 14 Feb 2025 at 16:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005244-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://des.mod.uk/

## Provenance

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