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title: "The Supply of Artillery & Howitzer Components & Armoured Vehicle Weapons Systems Components"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0696c1"
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published: "2026-05-12"
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# The Supply of Artillery & Howitzer Components & Armoured Vehicle Weapons Systems Components

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0696c1

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, located in Telford, UK, has concluded a procurement process for "The Supply of Artillery & Howitzer Components & Armoured Vehicle Weapons Systems Components." Managed by Babcock Land Defence Limited as the agent, this contract involves a direct award to BAE Systems GCS International Limited, based in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. The procurement falls under the industry category of military vehicles and associated parts, with a total contract value of £4,000,000. The process has reached the 'Award' stage, with the contract period set to commence on 24 July 2026 and conclude on 23 July 2030. The procurement method applied is a direct award, justified by the unique expertise and intellectual property rights of BAE Systems in manufacturing the specified components under a closed framework agreement.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the defence industry, particularly those with capabilities in manufacturing military components. The contract's focus on artillery, howitzer, and armoured vehicle weapon systems components, coupled with the sizeable financial scope and the collaboration with a major contractor like BAE Systems, offers potential growth for businesses with relevant expertise and supply chains. Companies seeking to expand their influence in the defence sector would find entering such agreements beneficial, particularly if they hold specialist knowledge or production capabilities. This tender underscores the importance of advanced manufacturing and supply capabilities, making it ideal for established large-scaled enterprises or those aiming to establish a solid footing within the defence industry's supply chain ecosystem.

## Notice

Babcock Land Defence Limited, acting as Agent to the UK Ministry of Defence (the "Authority"), is considering the establishment of a 4 Year Framework Agreement for the Supply of Artillery & Howitzer Components & Armoured Vehicle Weapons Systems Components Including 105mm Light Gun. All items within scope of this requirement are codified to NATO Stock Numbers (NSNs). The contract is intended to include circa 499 NSNs and provided in accordance with CSIS Manufacturer's Part Number (MPN). The contract has a total value of PS4,000,000.00. Babcock Land Defence Limited reserve the right to add further items of a similar nature to the contract post award (over and above those items envisaged to be added at Contract Award). Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): The resulting contract will include specific KPIs related to: - Delivery Performance (On Time Delivery) - Non-Conforming Deliveries (NCDs) - New Stores Rejects (NSRs) The Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) code applicable: 35400000 - Military vehicles and associated parts. Additional Terms: Contract Duration: 4 Years with no options. Babcock Land Defence Limited, acting as Agent to the UK Ministry of Defence (the "Authority") will manage the tender process, oversee contract compliance, and monitor performance throughout the contract lifecycle. The Contractor will ensure the articles delivered meet the Ministry of Defence's operational and strategic requirements.

### Procurement Information

The Ministry of Defence intends to award a contract to BAE Systems Global Combat Systems (GCS) International Ltd for The Supply of Artillery & Howitzer Components & Armoured Vehicle Weapon Systems Components Including 105mm Light Gun. The contract will be for a period of up to 4 years and have a value of up to PS4M. It is considered that this contract can be awarded under section 41 of the Procurement Act 2023 because the direct award justification specified in para 5 of Schedule 5 applies. The contractor deliverables to be provided under the contract can only be supplied by BAE Systems, GCS International Ltd because only BAE Systems GCS International Ltd has significant niche expertise, knowledge, and acquired specific experience to undertake the manufacture, testing and supply. This notice is not a request for expressions of interest so please do not apply to be invited to tender. Babcock Land Defence Limited is to negotiate a single source Contract with the named supplier BAE Systems, GCS International Ltd, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 1AF. Babcock Land Defence Limited, acting as agent on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, reserves the right that upon cessation of this contract, if required, a new contract for the supply of goods be awarded to the existing supplier in accordance with section 41(6) of the Procurement Act 2023 utilising Schedule 5 paragraphs 5 (a) & (b) if there are no changes to the sole production and distributor or authorised distributor rights of the required goods. Babcock Land Defence Limited is acting as agent on behalf of the Ministry of Defence. In the first instance interested parties may contact Babcock with queries relating to this procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043492-2026 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Jul 2026 - 23 Jul 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | TELFORD |
| Post town | Telford |
| Postcode | TF2 8JT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG21 Telford and Wrekin |
| Local authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Electoral ward | Donnington |
| Westminster constituency | The Wrekin |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BAE SYSTEMS GCS INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35400000 - Military vehicles and associated parts

## Release History

- 12 May 2026 at 13:08 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043492-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043492-2026
  12th May 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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