---
title: "Thermal Cutting Torch - UK1"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0601f8"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT"
published: "2026-01-08"
---

# Thermal Cutting Torch - UK1

Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0601f8

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Thermal Cutting Torch Suite, initiated by Defence Equipment and Support, a central government authority based in Bristol, UK, is currently in the planning stage. This contract falls under the defence and security special regime and is categorised as a goods procurement, specifically concerning gas guns. The process is designed to engage businesses in providing a thermal cutting torch suite with an estimated procurement value of £3,000,000. A market engagement notice was published on 8th January 2026, and suppliers are encouraged to respond with information by 6th February 2026. The contract period is planned from 28th February 2027 to 27th February 2032.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in defence-related equipment, particularly those capable of manufacturing or supplying thermal cutting tools. The procurement is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as future notices and further communication are scheduled, allowing businesses ample time to prepare. Engaging in this contract could enhance a firm's presence in the public sector and open avenues for future defence contracts.

## Notice

The procurement of a Thermal Cutting Torch Suite

### Planning Information

Returns for RFI response. Suppliers are requested to provide information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001534-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Feb 2027 - 27 Feb 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| 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

- 35312000 - Gas guns

## Release History

- 8 Jan 2026 at 15:05 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001534-2026
- 8 Jan 2026 at 14:32 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001507-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001534-2026
  8th January 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001507-2026
  8th January 2026 - 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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