Scope
Reference
FCCN004003
Description
We will be awarding a framework agreement for the supply of firearms, ammunition and equipment to Forestry England.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £305,000 excluding VAT
- £366,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2029
- 4 years
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts
Lot 1. Firearms
Description
Full details of the firearms required are detailed in the Specification document.
Lot value (estimated)
- £40,000 excluding VAT
- £48,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Sound Moderators
Description
Full details of the sound moderators required are detailed in the Specification document.
Lot value (estimated)
- £30,000 excluding VAT
- £36,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Ammunition
Description
Full details of the ammunition requirements are detailed in the Specification document.
Lot value (estimated)
- £155,000 excluding VAT
- £186,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Optics
Description
Full details of the optics requirements are detailed in the Specification document.
Lot value (estimated)
- £30,000 excluding VAT
- £36,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 5. Sundry Items
Description
Full details of the sundry item requirements are detailed in the Specification document.
Lot value (estimated)
- £50,000 excluding VAT
- £60,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
Each Lot will have a maximum of 5 Suppliers. All Orders are direct awarded following the awards without re-opening competition process.
The prices submitted in the Pricing Schedule will be held for the length of the framework.
Award method when using the framework
Without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Firearms
Lot 2. Sound Moderators
Lot 3. Ammunition
Lot 4. Optics
Lot 5. Sundry Items
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
6 October 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
15 October 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
21 November 2025
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 2 September 2029
Award criteria
Lot 1. Firearms
Lot 2. Sound Moderators
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Price | 50% |
| Specification Compliance | Quality | 20% |
| Ethical Considerations | Quality | 10% |
| Customer Service | Quality | 10% |
| Continued Supply | Quality | 5% |
| Warranty | Quality | 5% |
Lot 3. Ammunition
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Price | 60% |
| Ethical Considerations | Quality | 10% |
| Specification Compliance | Quality | 10% |
| Secure Delivery | Quality | 10% |
| Continued Supply | Quality | 5% |
| Warranty | Quality | 5% |
Lot 4. Optics
Lot 5. Sundry Items
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Price | 70% |
| Ethical Considerations | Quality | 10% |
| Customer Service | Quality | 10% |
| Continued Supply | Quality | 5% |
| Warranty | Quality | 5% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Forestry Commission
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLRM-7846-HGLG
620 Bristol Business Park
Bristol
BS16 1EJ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Emily Coffin
Region: UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government