CZ and the Czech Ministry of Defense have signed a framework agreement

CZ and the Czech Ministry of Defense have signed a new framework agreement for the supply of small arms and accessories worth up to CZK 4.26 billion ($204 million USD), excluding VAT. The document was signed today in Prague by Lubor Koudelka, Director General of the Armament and Acquisitions Division of the Ministry of Defense, and Jan Zajic, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors of CZ.

The framework agreement covers the period of 2025–2031 and builds on successful cooperation that began in 2011. The Ministry of Defense has implemented several contracts in the past within this framework, thanks to which a complete transition of firearms in NATO-calibers has taken place.

Under the new framework agreement, the Army will continue to purchase CZ BREN 2 rifles, CZ P-10 C pistols, and CZ GL underbarrel grenade launchers. The deliveries will also include extensive accessories – optoelectronic sights (day and night optics, laser sights), spare part kits, armorer kits, holsters, and cases. The firearms will be gradually purchased in accordance with the current needs of the Army, and the total amount of CZK 4.26 billion, excluding VAT, may not be fully utilized.

"CZ is a strategic partner that participated in the complete rearmament of the Czech Army with modern NATO-caliber small arms. Continuing cooperation with this Czech company, which is one of the ten largest manufacturers of these firearms in the world, is a logical step," said Minister of Defense Jana Cernochova.

"I would like to thank the Minister and the entire Ministry of Defense for their trust. It is a great honor for us to continue our cooperation with the Czech Army and working together to strengthen our country's defense capabilities. Our firearms have long proven their reliability and quality in real combat conditions. We utilize this experience to make continuous improvements and develop new generations of our products," said Jan Zajic, CEO of CZ.

Ceska zbrojovka (CZ) is based in Uhersky Brod, Czech Republic, and is part of the international Colt CZ Group. It manufactures a wide range of firearms for the commercial market and the armed forces, and exports its products to more than 90 countries worldwide. Its military weapons are used by armed forces in more than 40 countries around the world.