---
title: "MRDS Red Dot"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052078"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME"
published: "2025-07-15"
---

# MRDS Red Dot

Buyer: THE MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052078

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "MRDS Red Dot" project is spearheaded by The Mayor's Office for Policing And Crime, a central government public authority located in London, United Kingdom. This procurement, aimed at enhancing weapons systems with the addition of the red dot capability, involves the replacement of existing Glock models to facilitate the installation of new components. Classified under the "Goods" industry category, specifically for weapons, ammunition, and associated parts, this procurement is currently in the planning stage. The contract period is set to commence on 30th June 2026 and conclude by 31st December 2030, with future notices anticipated by 26th January 2026. The project carries a maximum gross value of GBP 4.8 million.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in firearms and associated technologies, particularly those with expertise in weapon enhancements and accessory manufacturing. Firms offering innovative solutions in weapon component integration would be well-suited to compete for this contract. By engaging with this procurement process, businesses can expand their reach within governmental defence sectors, align their offerings with public safety enhancements, and gain reputational benefits from engaging with a central government body. Companies that can deliver high-quality, compliant products within the specified timeframe are encouraged to participate.

## Notice

Red Dot Project - To add the red dot capability, the existing glocks would need to be replaced (as they require a plate to attach the red dot to. Consideration also needs to be given to holsters (the red dot system protrudes out of the top of the weapon).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040232-2025 |
| 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 | 15 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 31 Dec 2030 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 2AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | London Bridge & West Bermondsey |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2025 at 16:50 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040232-2025
- 15 Jul 2025 at 13:12 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040045-2025
- 29 May 2025 at 13:39 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028489-2025
- 23 May 2025 at 08:57 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025686-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040232-2025
  15th July 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040045-2025
  15th July 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028489-2025
  29th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025686-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://supplier.coupahost.com/quotes/public_events?customer=metpolice
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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