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BMfS Future Sustainment Independent Analysis Team

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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21 Oct 2025 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "BMfS Future Sustainment Independent Analysis Team," is led by the Ministry of Defence, based in Whitehall, London, England. This contract focuses on the provision of technical support services within the Defence sector, suitable for SMEs. The procurement followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £1,250,000, covers the period from 22nd August 2025 to 20th August 2027. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with the contract awarded to Gartner UK Limited. The award was published on 21st October 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for businesses specialising in technical support services within the Defence industry. Given the contract's scale and its emphasis on independent analysis, companies with a strong background in technical consulting and a reputation for reliability stand to benefit. The project is ideal for SMEs focused on Defence contracts, offering both a stable income stream over two years and the potential for further engagement with government contracts. Such opportunities can help businesses expand their expertise and establish themselves within the public sector.

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Notice Title

BMfS Future Sustainment Independent Analysis Team

Notice Description

An independent advisor with the combination of knowledge, capability and industry trust in these subject areas to significantly improve the chances of getting the right solution from the right organisation and implementing and delivering it at the speed of relevance for Defence.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-579ac95d-db4d-4e0d-8a60-1d94922806b2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c04aa56d-d883-4428-a8ad-0c6e5800de19
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71356300 - Technical support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
21 Aug 2025 - 20 Aug 2027 1-2 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
Conor O'Donovan
Contact Email
conor.odonovan105@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

GARTNER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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