Carbine and Self-loading Pistol (SLP) Non-Lethal Training Munitions
The contract covers the supply of non-lethal simulation ammunition for carbine and self-loading pistol (SLP) training by the Civil Nuclear Police Authority and its Civil Nuclear Constabulary, the UK civil nuclear security policing body. Required ammunition includes high-reliability marking cartridges, silent rounds and blank training rounds that deliver realistic recoil and accurate short-range ballistic performance for close-quarters battle training without damaging standard armour, equipment or training environments. The scope also includes temporary, user-installable weapon conversion kits, including suitable bolt assemblies, barrel replacements and slide conversions for adapting duty firearms to simulation ammunition. Conversion hardware must include a mechanical safety barrier that physically prevents live, lethal ammunition from being chambered or fired while installed. The estimated contract value is £900,000, but no contract duration or specific delivery sites are stated; delivery is required within the United Kingdom. The critical qualification requirement is that the conversion systems provide this physical prevention of live-ammunition chambering or firing.
Buyer: Civil Nuclear Police Authority (CNPA) / Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC). Source: Find a Tender. Updated 16 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £900k
- Bids close: 10 Nov 2026
- Location: Oxfordshire
- Procedure: Open procedure
- Contract period: 25 Nov 2026 to 26 Nov 2031
- Category: Weapons, ammunition and associated parts (35300000)
From the official notice
The CNC is seeking to procure non-lethal simulation ammunition, including high-reliability marking cartridges, silent and blank training rounds. The ammunition must provide realistic recoil and accurate short-range ballistic performance for close-quarters battle (CQB) training, while avoiding damage to standard armour, equipment or training environments. Weapon conversion kits must be temporary and user-installable, including suitable bolt assemblies, barrel replacements and slide conversions to adapt duty firearms for use with simulation rounds. The conversion hardware must incorporate a mechanical safety barrier that physically prevents the chambering or firing of live, lethal ammunition while installed.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 10 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £900k.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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