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<p>In the main, defence requirements for steel are sourced by our prime contractors
taking into account cost, time and quality. The Ministry of Defence complies with
Cabinet Office guidance on steel procurement and works closely with contractors to
ensure supply of steel products.</p><p>While defence steel requirements are relatively
small, UK suppliers have already provided significant quantities of steel for our
biggest defence procurement programmes. We are also positively encouraging bids from
British companies to make sure they are in the best possible position to win future
contracts.</p><p> </p>
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