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DDAP Enablement Partner

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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16 Jan 2025 at 11:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for the "DDAP Enablement Partner" contract, classified under IT software development services. The selective procurement method was utilised, specifically calling off from the DIPS framework agreement. Awarded on 13th December 2024, the contract period runs from 6th January 2025 to 6th January 2028. The project, focused on evolving and supporting the Defence Data Analytics Platform (DDAP), is valued at up to £50,000,000. Key delivery location is SW1A 2HB in London, England. Although the procurement stage is award, the tender period concluded on 15th November 2024.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in IT software development, particularly those with expertise in data analytics and artificial intelligence. The initiative requires a partner capable of ensuring the continuous evolution of DDAP, essential for major defence programmes and operational uses. Large companies such as Kainos Software Limited, an awarded supplier, are well-suited to meet the stringent requirements of this high-value contract. Despite not being specifically aimed at SMEs or VCSEs, businesses positioned to deliver innovative data solutions aligned with defence strategies stand to benefit significantly.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DDAP Enablement Partner

Notice Description

The Defence Data Analytics Platform (DDAP) initiative has evolved significantly since its inception, with continuous change, ensuring that the platform is able to scale to meet the requirements of our end users. By continuously evolving the platform, we ensure that DDAP remains at the forefront of data and AI innovation, maximizing the value extracted from data assets. This approach has led to substantial uptake from the user community with recent adoption by major programmes and operational use highlighting the ability of DDAP to deliver high-value outcomes effectively. We seek a supplier to evolve and support the Defence Data Analytics Platform (DDAP), to ensure it can continue in its development and support operations whilst aligning with the Data Fabric and the Data Strategy for Defence. The contract value is up to PS50,000,000. This contract was awarded via the DIPS framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/019cc5e2-e79f-4d11-ae95-402ad10a4c5d
Current Stage
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72212517 - IT software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
6 Jan 2025 - 6 Jan 2028 3-4 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
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HB
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KAINOS SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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