Supply of Bayonet Training Dummies for Phase 1 Basic Trainin

{'id': '0be507d3-4eb8-4946-8ead-197fdb2782ec', 'parentId': None, 'noticeIdentifier': '0069', 'title': 'Supply of Bayonet Training Dummies for Phase 1 Basic Trainin', 'description': 'Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the Supply of Bayonet Training Dummies. \r\n\r\nThe procurement covers;\r\n\r\nThe Ministry of Defence requires robust, safe and realistic bayonet training\r\ndummies to support Phase 1 Basic Training establishments. \r\n\r\nTwo types of equipment are required:\r\n-Ground Mounted Bayonet Dummies - stable, fixed installations for\r\nindividual and collective bayonet assault drills\r\n- Hook Mounted Suspended Bayonet Dummies - suspended targets providing\r\ndynamic training scenarios\r\nThe equipment shall be suitable for use in indoor and outdoor training\r\nenvironments, withstand intensive daily use by recruits, and support delivery of\r\nthe Combat Bayonet Fighting syllabus. Training dummies must replicate human\r\ntorso dimensions, provide realistic target areas for thrusting and striking, and\r\nminimise damage to training rifles and bayonet equipment.\r\nEquipment must be weather resistant, UV resistant, require minimal maintenance,\r\nand remain serviceable following repeated impact by training rifles fitted with\r\nauthorised training bayonets. The dummies shall contain no exposed sharp edges,\r\npresent no snagging hazards, and be manufactured from non-toxic materials in\r\ncompliance with UK health and safety legislation.\r\nThe Unite Procurement Platform\r\n(Unite | Simplify indirect procurement with our smarter platform) offers a\r\ncompliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage low-\r\nvalue, high-volume procurement.\r\nHow to Apply\r\nInterested suppliers should register their interest by contacting Unite\r\nProcurement UK Limited and provide details of their product range, modification\r\ncapabilities, and maintenance services. Further information on the onboarding\r\nprocess for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of\r\ninterest and can also be found at the link attached.\r\nUnite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier for this\r\nrequirement. Instead, multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite\r\nProcurement Platform to ensure a diverse and competitive supply base, supporting\r\nflexibility and choice for the Ministry of Defence and associated organisations.\r\nSuppliers are encouraged to express their interest by the stated closing date to\r\nensure early consideration. However, applications to join the Unite Procurement\r\nPlatform will be welcome at any time beyond the initial deadline. Unite\r\nProcurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard new suppliers on\r\na rolling basis to meet evolving requirements and to maintain a dynamic and\r\nresponsive supplier network.\r\nContact\r\nFor any enquiries and interest, please email defence.support@unite.eu with\r\nthe subject title 'TSS 634 Opportunity'.', 'cpvDescription': 'Emergency training dolls and Bayonets', 'cpvDescriptionExpanded': 'Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment, Emergency and security equipment, Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment, Rescue and emergency equipment, Weapons, ammunition and associated parts, Miscellaneous weapons, Swords, cutlasses, bayonets and lances', 'publishedDate': '2026-08-10T15:23:20+01:00', 'deadlineDate': '2026-08-24T17:00:00+01:00', 'awardedDate': None, 'awardedValue': 0, 'awardedSupplier': None, 'approachMarketDate': None, 'valueLow': 30000, 'valueHigh': 120000, 'postcode': None, 'coordinates': '0,0', 'isSubNotice': False, 'noticeType': 'Contract', 'noticeStatus': 'Open', 'isSuitableForSme': True, 'isSuitableForVco': True, 'lastNotifableUpdate': '2026-08-10T15:23:20+01:00', 'organisationName': 'UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED', 'sector': None, 'cpvCodes': '35112100 35311300', 'cpvCodesExtended': '35000000 35100000 35110000 35112000 35300000 35310000 35311000', 'region': 'North East,North West,Yorkshire and The Humber,East Midlands,West Midlands,East of England,London,South East,South West,Scotland,Wales,Northern Ireland', 'regionText': 'North East,North West,Yorkshire and The Humber,East Midlands,West Midlands,East of England,London,South East,South West,Scotland,Wales,Northern Ireland', 'start': '2026-08-25T00:00:00+01:00', 'end': '2028-08-25T00:00:00+01:00'}