---
title: "71485245 DGM/2040 Procurement of Explosives"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0513ed"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT"
published: "2025-05-16"
---

# 71485245 DGM/2040 Procurement of Explosives

Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0513ed

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## Summary

The Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S), a part of the UK central government, based at MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol, is planning a significant procurement process titled "71485245 DGM/2040 Procurement of Explosives." This initiative falls under the defence security industry category, focusing on goods for weapons, ammunition, and associated parts, intended for delivery within the UK. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with crucial dates including a future notice set for 29th August 2025, and the contract period starting from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2031, with a potential extension until 2034. This substantial procurement, valued at £120 million gross, is above the threshold, indicating its importance and complexity.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses experienced in the defence and security sectors, particularly those involved in the manufacture and supply of explosives and related services. Given the high value and extended contract period, companies with robust capabilities, compliance in handling sensitive materials, and an established track record in defence procurement would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement process can provide significant business growth, potentially fostering long-term partnerships with a key government authority like DE&S, and enhancing the supplier's portfolio within the defence industry.

## Notice

Procurement of a range of explosive devices and associated services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022285-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 29 Aug 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT |
| 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

- 35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts

## Release History

- 16 May 2025 at 13:43 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022285-2025
- 15 May 2025 at 08:58 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021571-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022285-2025
  16th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021571-2025
  15th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-equipment-and-support
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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