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714168450 (DInfoCom/0290) Provision of ADS Renewal of Software AG web Methods Data and Application Integration Licences (Digital Platform Licences)

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 ADS Renewal of Software AG web Methods Data and Application Integration Licences, a key component for Army Digital Services (ADS). This project is within the IT services sector, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support, classified under CPV code 72000000. The framework agreement for this selective procurement process, worth £3,472,145.80, was awarded to Softcat PLC. The contract will run from 31st March 2025 to 30th March 2028, with the necessary support and maintenance to be provided throughout this period. The procurement process was initiated on 19th March 2025, and the award was published on 11th April 2025.

This tender creates significant opportunities for IT service providers with expertise in consulting, software development, and integration solutions. Given the value and scope of this project, businesses specializing in digital platform licences and API software could find substantial growth prospects. From a strategic perspective, the contract allows businesses to align with the Ministry of Defence's "API First" policy, providing long-term stability and integration within Defence digital services. Furthermore, this procurement is open to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), presenting opportunities for smaller firms to engage with large-scale Defence projects.

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Notice Title

714168450 (DInfoCom/0290) Provision of ADS Renewal of Software AG web Methods Data and Application Integration Licences (Digital Platform Licences)

Notice Description

Army Digital Services (ADS) deliver applications and services to Army and wider Defence via the Army Hosting Environment (AHE). A key component to delivering some of these is the underpinning integration and API software capability, which makes data available to applications and aligns to the MoD's "API First" policy. The WebMethods software is currently deployed across all ADS environments and is also deployed within other TLBs. Continued provision of this capability is required in order to support current and future service provision. The current licence runs out on 30th March 2025. IBM To include support and maintenance for the period 31st March 2025 - 31st March 28. This capability is to match, or exceed, the web Methods "Enterprise Support" arrangements provided under the Software AG contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-422e1514-cbeb-4317-8a59-7811eb2632c2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0e24a62-aae5-48a5-a234-5a6eeab338c4
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,472,145 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,472,145 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2025 - 30 Mar 2028 3-4 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
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP11 8HT
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

SOFTCAT

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