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Women in Defence

DIGITAL DEFENCE LIMITED

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24 Jun 2025 at 12:45

Summary of the contracting process

In the recent public procurement process titled "Women in Defence," DIGITAL DEFENCE LIMITED, located in Northampton, acted as the buying organisation. The procurement, framed within the technical support services industry category, was focused on supporting the Women in Defence UK cross-company mentoring programme. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. Although the award stage is complete, the critical timeline spanned from the tender end date on 25th September 2024, leading into the contract period from 4th October 2024 to 1st July 2025. This contract was awarded to Moving Ahead Limited, based in Reading, England. The opportunity was aimed at delivering services within the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents excellent opportunities for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) specialising in professional technical support services, particularly those focused on mentoring and diversity initiatives. By engaging in contracts like these, businesses can enhance their portfolios, expand their network within defence sectors, and contribute to significant social impact initiatives. The project, given its focus, suits companies capable of providing targeted professional services to drive inclusivity and professional development within the defence industry. Businesses strategically positioned in the UK with an emphasis on fostering diversity and leadership development are particularly well-suited to benefit from such tenders.

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Notice Title

Women in Defence

Notice Description

To provide professional services related to the Women in Defence UK cross company mentoring programme

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5988f627-26e4-41d2-817a-952a04951c07
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b56d9f2-8087-4373-b506-532d432d1aa7
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71356300 - Technical support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£17,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£17,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
3 Oct 2024 - 1 Jul 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DIGITAL DEFENCE LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN4 6JP
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Nene Valley
Westminster Constituency
Northampton South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MOVING AHEAD

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