Published date: 16 February 2026

Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.


Closing: 9 March 2026, 5pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Machine tools - 42600000

  • Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres - 42610000

  • Lathes, boring and milling machine tools - 42620000

    • Metal-working machine tools - 42630000

    • Machine tools for working hard materials except metals - 42640000

    • Pneumatic or motorised hand tools - 42650000

    • Soldering, brazing and welding tools, surface tempering and hot-spraying machines and equipment - 42660000

    • Parts and accessories of machine tools - 42670000

Location of contract

United Kingdom

Value of contract

£45,000 to £200,000

Procurement reference

0042

Published date

16 February 2026

Closing date

9 March 2026

Closing time

5pm

Contract start date

10 March 2026

Contract end date

10 March 2028

Contract type

Supply contract

Procedure type

Catalogue purchase

A direct purchase from a pre-established catalogue of suppliers.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

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 CNC Lathe with Touchscreen Control System.

The Unite Procurement Platform
(Unite | Simplify indirect procurement with our smarter platform) offers a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage low-value, high-volume procurement.

1 x CNC Lathe with Touchscreen Control System
• Interactive touchscreen CNC control with enhanced operator assistance features
• Approx. 400 mm swing over bed
• Approx. 218 mm swing over cross slide
• Approx. 760 mm distance between centres
• Approx. 54 mm spindle bore
• Includes 200 mm 3 jaw chuck with D1 6 camlock fitting
• 7.5 hp spindle motor with variable speeds approx. 150-2,500 rpm and constant surface speed capability

1 x Advanced Control Features Package
Includes capabilities such as:
• Solid model graphical verification of programmed parts
• Toolpath simulation
• Event comments and editable G code
• Thread repair functionality
• Clipboard tools
• Gang tooling setup options
• Custom threading cycles
• Tapping cycles
• Search and edit tools

1 x Warranty and Training Package
• 12 month parts and labour warranty
• 1 day of machine training at a designated training centre
• Option for classroom training sessions (may be combined with other companies)
• Includes 2 years of telephone support

1 x Standard Delivery and Installation
• Delivery on a craned vehicle with offloading and positioning included
• Customer site must allow clear, level, and appropriate access for machine installation
• Drivers can negotiate minor steps or slopes, but additional provisions may be required for more complex access situations




How to Apply
Interested suppliers should register their interest by contacting Unite Procurement UK Limited and provide details of their product range, modification capabilities, and maintenance services. Further information on the onboarding process for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of interest and can also be found at the link attached.

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 any enquiries and interest, please email defence.support@unite.eu with the subject title ''TSS 611 ''

How to apply

Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.

About the buyer

Address

16 Great Queen Street
LONDON
WC2B5AH
England

Email

defence.support@unite.eu