715726466 Viking Combined Support Contract

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    "description": "The Ministry of Defence intends to award a Combined Support Contract to Viking Arms Limited for: i) the supply of surveillance and target acquisition equipment and weapons, including rifles, shotguns and pistols; and ii) the repair and maintenance of these capabilities.  The contract will be for a period of 5 years and have a value of up to \u00a34,500,000 (ex VAT).",
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