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Supply of Airborne Operations Equipment
Historical: no longer open for bids.
01/ The notice
Key facts
- Value
- £400,000Estimated value stated in the notice
- Deadline (UK time)
- Mon 24 Aug 2026, 17:00 BSTA deadline does not apply to this historical notice. The source records Mon 24 Aug 2026, 17:00 BST, which is not an open deadline.
- Published
- 3 Aug 2026
- 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
02/ The brief
What the notice says
Not fully read: this is the notice text; attached documents are not read.
Unite Procurement UK Limited, on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the supply of Airborne Operations Equipment Procurement.
1. Oakley Alpha Operators Kit (Goggles and Protective Eyewear)
Lightweight eyewear system for freefall and static line parachuting operations. Includes clear and smoke-tinted lenses with anti-mist/anti-fog capabilities. Compatible with Ops Core helmets and in-service oxygen systems. Suitable for operations from 12,000 ft to 25,000 ft, providing protection from wind blast, airborne debris and sun glare.
2. Benchmade Model 7 Hook Rescue Cutter with Holster
Lightweight rescue knife designed for rapid cutting of parachute cordage and suspension lines during emergencies. Features protected hook-style blade (5.1 cm blade length, 10.5 cm overall length, 45 g weight). Supplied with MOLLE-compatible holster and attachment hardware for secure carriage on harnesses and plate carriers.
3. Juggernaut PALS Armour Mount (Phone/GPS Mount)
MOLLE-compatible mounting solution for secure carriage of navigation devices on body armour and chest rigs. Provides stable platform for smartphone-based navigation aids during airborne operations. Integrates with Juggernaut navigation system and allows easy viewing and operation whilst under canopy.
4. Juggernaut ADVNTR Case for Samsung Galaxy S23
Ruggedised protective case for Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphones used as navigation aids. Provides shock and impact protection whilst integrating with Juggernaut mounting ecosystem. Allows full smartphone operation whilst mounted and enables rapid attachment/removal from compatible mounting solutions. Supports sat-nav style navigation to designated Drop Zones.
How to Apply
Interested suppliers should register their interest by contacting Unite Procurement UK Limited and provide details of their product range, acoustic specifications, installation capabilities, and maintenance services. Further information on the onboarding process for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of interest.
Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier for this requirement. Instead, multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite Procurement Platform to ensure a diverse and competitive supply base, supporting flexibility and choice for the Ministry of Defence and associated organisations.
Suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by the stated closing date to ensure early consideration. However, applications to join the Unite Procurement Platform will be welcome at any time beyond the initial deadline. Unite Procurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard new suppliers on a rolling basis to meet evolving requirements and to maintain a dynamic and responsive supplier network.
For enquiries, email defence.support@unite.eu with subject: TSS 761 Opportunity
03/ Classification
CPV codes
Common Procurement Vocabulary codes, exactly as the notice lists them. No descriptions are added here.
- 18000000 18100000 18140000 18400000 18440000 18444000 34000000 34900000 34930000 35000000 35100000 35110000
- 18143000 18443000 18444100 18444110 34933000 35112000
04/ History
Releases of this notice
One release held, oldest first. Dates are UK time.
- 3 Aug 2026Contract notice
Contract notice published 3 August 2026.
Release 6a65bff7-4f23-438a-ab0e-e8d04ea1bc45
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05/ Limits
What the source does not tell us
- Only one release is held, so there is no change history.
06/ Questions
About this notice
07/ Related
Where to go next
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- Reference
- 6a65bff7-4f23-438a-ab0e-e8d04ea1bc45
- Source
- Contracts Finder
- Stage
- contract · Contract
- Last verified
- Wed 5 Aug 2026, 01:00 BST
- Read at
- Fri 16 Oct 2026, 17:15 BST
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