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715770464: Provision of professional Services

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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25 Feb 2026 at 08:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, located in Corsham, Wiltshire, spearheaded a procurement process to secure professional services to support DD Networks. This contract, valued at £80,000, falls under the industry category of Administration, Defence and Social Security services. The procurement method employed was direct, utilising a single tender action below the threshold, with the Ministry directly awarding the contract to Day 1 People Limited. The procurement process, classified under 'services', began its award stage on 2nd February 2026, following the completion of the tender period on 9th January 2026. Services will be delivered across several locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Europe. The contract period extends from 2nd February to 31st May 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, mainly those providing professional services within the defence sector. Given the single tender action procurement method, companies with established reputations and strong previous relations with government bodies may find similar opportunities ideal for expansion. While the contract is not aimed at VCSE, small and medium-sized enterprises could stand out due to their adaptability and specialised offerings. Businesses looking to collaborate with the Ministry of Defence would benefit from understanding government priorities in administration and social security services, enabling strategic positioning for future tenders.

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Notice Title

715770464: Provision of professional Services

Notice Description

Provision of professional services to support DD Networks.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-022dcc3d-35d2-43c0-9b89-082e1d650017
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df3280fd-df79-4819-a71d-5da85ca79809
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CORSHAM
Postcode
SN13 9NR
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Corsham Ladbrook
Westminster Constituency
Chippenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DAY 1 PEOPLE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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