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Provision of a Secure Cloud-based Virtual Private Network (VPN) Service to Navy Command Personnel when deployed outside the UK

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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26 Feb 2020 at 18:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is conducting a procurement process titled "Provision of a Secure Cloud-based Virtual Private Network (VPN) Service to Navy Command Personnel when deployed outside the UK". This initiative is classified under the industry category of Networks and is aimed at providing essential services to military personnel. The award has a total value of £378,993 and was completed on 20th February 2020, with the contract period extending from 21st February 2020 to 20th February 2022. The procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the delivery addresses located in the South East of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, cybersecurity, and network solutions to collaborate with a prestigious government agency. Companies that can offer secure, robust, and reliable VPN services may find this tender particularly attractive. As the contract was awarded to Eitec Ltd, new entrants or competitors in the sector should focus on ensuring their capabilities align with government standards to enhance their chances of success in future tenders.

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Notice Title

Provision of a Secure Cloud-based Virtual Private Network (VPN) Service to Navy Command Personnel when deployed outside the UK

Notice Description

**THIS NOTICE IS FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY**

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-16c18278-084b-468a-99cc-6e5c69424705
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/864e537f-eba2-42b6-beda-ff1abcd6a1bb
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32400000 - Networks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£378,993 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£378,993 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20206 years ago
Contract Period
21 Feb 2020 - 20 Feb 2022 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 3LU
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EITEC

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