Supply of Bayonet Training Dummies for Phase 1 Basic Trainin

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. The procurement covers;The Ministry of Defence requires robust, safe and realistic bayonet trainingdummies to support Phase 1 Basic Training establishments. Two types of equipment are required:-Ground Mounted Bayonet Dummies - stable, fixed installations forindividual and collective bayonet assault drills- Hook Mounted Suspended Bayonet Dummies - suspended targets providingdynamic training scenariosThe equipment shall be suitable for use in indoor and outdoor trainingenvironments, withstand intensive daily use by recruits, and support delivery ofthe Combat Bayonet Fighting syllabus. Training dummies must replicate humantorso dimensions, provide realistic target areas for thrusting and striking, andminimise damage to training rifles and bayonet equipment.Equipment must be weather resistant, UV resistant, require minimal maintenance,and remain serviceable following repeated impact by training rifles fitted withauthorised training bayonets. The dummies shall contain no exposed sharp edges,present no snagging hazards, and be manufactured from non-toxic materials incompliance with UK health and safety legislation.The Unite Procurement Platform(Unite | Simplify indirect procurement with our smarter platform) offers acompliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage low-value, high-volume procurement.How to ApplyInterested suppliers should register their interest by contacting UniteProcurement UK Limited and provide details of their product range, modificationcapabilities, and maintenance services. Further information on the onboardingprocess for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression ofinterest and can also be found at the link attached.Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier for thisrequirement. Instead, multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the UniteProcurement Platform to ensure a diverse and competitive supply base, supportingflexibility and choice for the Ministry of Defence and associated organisations.Suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by the stated closing date toensure early consideration. However, applications to join the Unite ProcurementPlatform will be welcome at any time beyond the initial deadline. UniteProcurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard new suppliers ona rolling basis to meet evolving requirements and to maintain a dynamic andresponsive supplier network.ContactFor any enquiries and interest, please email defence.support@unite.eu withthe subject title 'TSS 634 Opportunity'. 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 Contract start: 2026-08-25T00:00:00+01:00 Contract end: 2028-08-25T00:00:00+01:00 Suitable for SMEs Suitable for VCSEs