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715726466 Viking Combined Support Contract

Defence Equipment and Support

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Defence Equipment and Support

Buyer Address: MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol, UKK12, BS34 8JH, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Dismounted Close Combat Team

Contact Email: example.example@mod.gov.uk

Status
complete
Procedure
direct
Value
4500000.0 GBP
Published
20 Jan 2026, 17:03
Deadline
n/a
Contract Start
02 Feb 2026, 00:00
Contract End
02 Feb 2031, 23:59
Category
n/a
CPV
50620000 - Repair and maintenance services of firearms and ammunition
Region
n/a
Awarded To
Viking Arms Ltd
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

The Ministry of Defence intends to award a Combined Support Contract to Viking Arms Limited for: i) the supply of surveillance and target acquisition equipment and weapons, including rifles, shotguns and pistols; and ii) the repair and maintenance of these capabilities. The contract will be for a period of 5 years and have a value of up to £4,500,000 (ex VAT).

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Opportunity Context

Lots

Lot 1 Status: complete

Awards

Award Title: Viking Combined Support Contract

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