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Provision of Enterprise Flash Messaging

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Enterprise Flash Messaging" in Andover, England. The contract falls under the industry category of Communication and multimedia software package (CPV code 48500000) and was competitively tendered through a selective call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement, which finished its tender period on 25th October 2024, has seen the award phase updated on 28th January 2025, with the contract period set to run from 14th January 2025 to 13th January 2027. The winning bid is valued at £247,476, awarded to Boomalert Limited, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in London.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs, specialising in secure and scalable communication solutions. The contract outlines the need for an auditable rapid messaging system with multi-channel capabilities, automated processes, and comprehensive incident reporting. Companies with expertise in innovative software solutions, especially those with experience in delivering robust communication infrastructures for security-sensitive environments, would find this contract attractive and suited to their skill set. It highlights the MOD's commitment to enhancing communication efficiency while creating growth prospects for dynamic tech enterprises.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Enterprise Flash Messaging

Notice Description

An auditable rapid messaging capability that can be triggered securely from multiple activation points, has 2 way & multi-channel messaging with pre-configured workflow (i.e. receiver can respond from home and work mobile/email, and dependant on response, be channelled through the workflow). It must be automated with a management console to enable accurate reporting and up to date Management Information (MI) to the originator. This includes the ability to audit and monitor real time responses to security incidents with accountability, to include send and read receipts. End user should not require a MOD asset or dedicated user licence to receive and send messages

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-04ac6690-fa6d-454c-a926-97445f6eea3a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59617600-0e2a-4094-b661-fd3cff6c9512
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48500000 - Communication and multimedia software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£247,476 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£247,476 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
14 Jan 2025 - 13 Jan 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP11 8HJ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOOMALERT

Further Information

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