Scope
Description
Description
DE&S intends to conduct a competition for the procurement of a new Multi-Caliber Sniper Weapon Capability. The scope of the requirement is expected to include:
• Sniper Weapon Systems
• Ancillary Equipment (e.g. suppressors, bipods, carrying systems)
• Through-Life Support and Maintenance
The system will utilise in-service ammunition (.338LM, 7.62x51 NATO) and sighting solutions, as well as introducing a new to service nature .300NM. The estimated contract start date is March 2027.
Additional Information
• This notice is not a call for competition.
• Participation in market engagement does not affect eligibility for any future procurement.
• DE&S reserves the right to amend the scope and approach based on feedback received.
Total value (estimated): £20,000,000 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated): 9 March 2027 to 7 March 2034
Main category: Goods
Participation
Particular suitability: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated): January 2026
Total value (estimated)
- £16,666,666.67 excluding VAT
- £20,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 9 March 2027 to 7 March 2034
- 6 years, 11 months, 30 days
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 35321200 - Rifles
Engagement
Engagement deadline
28 November 2025
Engagement process description
Market Engagement Activities
The purpose of this Preliminary Market Engagement Notice (PMEN) is to gather market intelligence, and explore current innovations across the sector. DE&S is particularly interested in engaging directly with OEMs of sniper weapon systems through face-to-face meetings with its technical team, including engineering specialists. Insights gained through this engagement will support the development of a well-informed requirement and ensure the procurement approach reflects industry best practice and capability.
Interested suppliers are invited to participate in the following activities:
• Market engagement questionnaire
• Industry briefing day by DE&S with potential tenderers
o Location: UK, TBC
o Date: November/December, TBC
o Note: Attendance is limited to those who responded to the Market Engagement Questionnaire. Key technical questions raised by DE&S for OEMs will be addressed in an open forum, ensuring transparency and equal opportunity for all participants to engage and respond.
• Microsoft Teams meeting - TBC for any follow up questions
These activities aim to:
• Understand current market capabilities and innovations
• Gather feedback to shape the final tender documentation
How to Participate
Market engagement questionnaire will be released on DSP.
Registered suppliers will receive further details including the Questionnaire and Industry briefing day.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
1 January 2026
Procedure
Special regime
Defence and security
Contracting authority
Defence Equipment and Support
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVRL-5831-GLMM
MOD Abbey Wood
Bristol
BS34 8JH
United Kingdom
Email: DESLESTSP-DCC-ComrclTeam@mod.gov.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-equipment-and-support
Region: UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Organisation type: Public authority - central government