--- title: "9mm NATO Ball Ammunition Competition" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051d0a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-051d0a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051d0a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051d0a.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT" published: "2026-02-09" --- # 9mm NATO Ball Ammunition Competition Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051d0a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-051d0a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051d0a.json) ## Summary The procurement process is currently in the tender update stage for the contract titled "9mm NATO Ball Ammunition Competition," managed by the Defence Equipment and Support, a central government public authority located in Bristol, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the industry category of ammunition and is associated with the defence and security regime. The procurement is being conducted through a selective procurement method with a competitive flexible procedure. The deadline for expressions of interest is set for 13 March 2026, while the enquiry period ends on 5 March 2026. The award is expected to occur by 1 July 2026, with the contract commencing on 31 July 2026 and potentially extending until 30 July 2034 if renewal options are exercised. This contract encompasses a monetary value of £20,000,000, with an option for additional orders based on the Authority’s requirements. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in ammunition supply and manufacturing, particularly those with the capacity to meet the technical specifications and requirements set forth by a central government authority. Suitable candidates include small and medium enterprises (SMEs) due to the inclusivity outlined in the selection criteria, which involves a two-stage process including a Procurement Specific Questionnaire and an Invitation to Tender. Businesses with strong technical competencies and competitive pricing strategies are more likely to leverage this opportunity for growth, especially given the long-term contract period and the potential for additional order options. The competitive flexible procedure aims to shortlist capable suppliers, encouraging industries well-versed in defence supply chains to participate. ## Notice Procurement of 9mm NATO Ball Ammunition ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: There will be an option within the contract that if invoked by the Authority will allow the Authority to place orders for additional quantities of munitions in addition to the firm quantities that will be included at contract award. Renewal: 3 optional years will be included in the contract which may be exercised by the Authority depending on user requirements. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011373-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | 31 Jul 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Jul 2026 - 30 Jul 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £20,000,000 | | Lots value | £20,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | 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 - 35330000 - Ammunition ## Release History - 9 Feb 2026 at 13:34 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011373-2026 - 9 Feb 2026 at 13:18 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011363-2026 - 22 May 2025 at 10:10 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024608-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011373-2026 9th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011363-2026 9th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024608-2025 22nd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/ogc-host/public/mod/web/login.html?VISITORID=ef13857c-ca66-4f71-a5eb-4aeea2c76806&_ncp=1723813211391.1339729-1 - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-equipment-and-support - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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