--- title: "Wildlife Control Equipment" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059df1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-059df1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-059df1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-059df1.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "FORESTRY COMMISSION" published: "2025-12-19" --- # Wildlife Control Equipment Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059df1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-059df1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-059df1.json) ## Summary The Forestry Commission has completed an open procurement procedure for a framework agreement concerning the supply of wildlife control equipment, specifically firearms, ammunition, and related items, to Forestry England. The procurement took place across various regions in the United Kingdom, with the tender initially published in September 2025 and the contracts awarded by November 2025. The procurement falls under the industry category for "Weapons, ammunition and associated parts," with a total value of £366,000. The framework initiated on 15 December 2025 and extends until 14 December 2029. The process involved multiple lots, each addressing specific equipment needs, and adhered to an open method without reopening competition, indicating a static pricing schedule unless market conditions significantly change. This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs specialising in the defence and sporting goods sectors. Companies with capabilities to supply high-quality and specification-compliant firearms, sound moderators, optics, and ammunition can leverage this framework for stable long-term contracts. With a focus on continued supply, warranty, and customer service, businesses competing in this tender should ensure they meet the criteria for quality and pricing. The structure of the framework allows for direct awards, streamlining the order process and enhancing opportunities for companies to secure repeated and sustained business. This opportunity could be particularly advantageous for businesses prioritising ethical considerations and compliance with exacting specifications, promising a lucrative foothold in governmental procurement. ## Notice We will be awarding a framework agreement for the supply of firearms, ammunition and equipment to Forestry England. ### Lot Information Firearms Full details of the firearms required are detailed in the Specification document. Sound Moderators Full details of the sound moderators required are detailed in the Specification document. Ammunition Full details of the ammunition requirements are detailed in the Specification document. Optics Full details of the optics requirements are detailed in the Specification document. Sundry Items Full details of the sundry item requirements are detailed in the Specification document. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085021-2025 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Dec 2025 | | Submission deadline | 15 Oct 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 25 Nov 2025 | | Contract period | 15 Dec 2025 - 14 Dec 2029 | | Recurrence | 2029-09-01 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £305,000 | | Lots value | £305,000 | | Awards value | £275,000 | | Contracts value | £275,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | FORESTRY COMMISSION | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS16 1EJ | | 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 | 9 | | Supplier names | BEECHWOOD EQUIPMENT; ELITE OPTICAL DISTRIBUTION; GMK; HIGHLAND OUTDOORS; HIGHLAND OUTDOORS LIMITED, T/A HIGHLAND DEFENCE; POINT SOUTH; PRECISION RIFLE SERVICES; SIMPSON BROTHERS GUN SHOP; THE GUNSMITHS LIMITED T/A SIMPSON BROTHERS GUN SHOP | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts ## Release History - 19 Dec 2025 at 15:22 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085021-2025 - 28 Nov 2025 at 12:38 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078063-2025 - 19 Sep 2025 at 09:52 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058023-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085021-2025 19th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078063-2025 28th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058023-2025 19th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://WWW.PRECISIONRIFLES.CO.UK - http://www.beechwoodequipment.com - http://www.highland-defence.co.uk - http://www.point-south.uk - http://www.simpsonbrothersgunshop.com - https://app.panacea-software.com/ForestryCommission/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2FForestryCommission%2F - https://www.bdtuk.uk/ - https://www.eliteoptical.co.uk/ - 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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