---
title: "Carbine Slings"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bd71"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06bd71.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "CIVIL NUCLEAR POLICE AUTHORITY (CNPA) / CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY (CNC)"
published: "2026-06-25"
---

# Carbine Slings

Buyer: CIVIL NUCLEAR POLICE AUTHORITY (CNPA) / CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY (CNC)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bd71

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## Summary

The Civil Nuclear Police Authority (CNPA) and the Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) have initiated a tender process for the procurement of carbine slings, critical components for safe weapon handling in diverse police environments, including marinized settings. The aim is to secure high-quality slings under an open competition procedure, classified as below threshold. This active tender, classified under the industry categories of "Police equipment," "Miscellaneous weapons," and "Parts of firearms and ammunition," is located in the United Kingdom, with its headquarters in Abingdon. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with key deadlines including the end of the enquiry period on 10th July 2026 and submission by 17th July 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in police equipment and weapon parts, particularly those offering innovative and durable solutions suitable for challenging operational environments. Companies with expertise in quality manufacturing and technical innovation will have a competitive advantage due to the tender's high technical weighting of 70% in the award criteria, alongside a 30% emphasis on pricing. Additionally, the contract period promises long-term engagements with potential extension options, allowing businesses to secure a steady revenue stream until 2031, with possible adjustments. This makes it an attractive proposition for businesses looking to expand their footprint within the security and defence sectors.

## Notice

The sling is a critical component of the office's equipment, supporting safe weapon handling, secure retention, and effective deployment across a wide range of police environments including marinized environments.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060004-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | £100,000 |
| 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 | CIVIL NUCLEAR POLICE AUTHORITY (CNPA) / CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY (CNC) |
| Locality | ABINGDON |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35200000 - Police equipment
- 35310000 - Miscellaneous weapons
- 35340000 - Parts of firearms and ammunition

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2026 at 15:31 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060004-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060004-2026
  25th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=106812&TID100111907&B=
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/civil-nuclear-consta
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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