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712910451 - DOBUS Contract for Software Secure Patches

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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15 Nov 2024 at 15:26

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has completed the public procurement process for the "DOBUS Contract for Software Secure Patches," classified under the Information systems industry category (CPV code 48810000). This contract involves the supply and delivery of non-internet reliant software patch services across MoD and other government departments, ensuring secure and verified updates. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with BOXXE Limited being awarded the contract valued at £397,265 on 7th October 2024. The service covers locations in the South West region of the United Kingdom, and the contract period extends from 7th October 2024 until 6th October 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the software security and information systems sectors. It is particularly beneficial for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering specialised, secure patching solutions without an internet dependency. Companies well-versed in providing such solutions can leverage this contract to establish a reliable partnership with the Ministry of Defence, showcasing their expertise and potentially opening doors for future governmental contracts in the defence and public sectors.

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Notice Title

712910451 - DOBUS Contract for Software Secure Patches

Notice Description

DOBUS is a non-internet reliant software patch delivery service enabling MoD and Government Departments to access and deploy security updates throughout their estate. DOBUS delivers verified and secure patches, and vendor threat intelligence feeds for applications enabling organisations to protect themselves against malicious attack.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-165faffd-6f78-43f1-af2a-e5dfde137efc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1adf4c6b-8f0c-47b4-a42a-ef893046f387
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

48810000 - Information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£397,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£397,265 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
6 Oct 2024 - 6 Oct 2027 2-3 years
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
Not specified
Contact Email
ukstratcomdd-cm-asdt-multiuser@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0

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
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Corsham Ladbrook
Westminster Constituency
Chippenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOXXE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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