Award

Blue Prism Licences

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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31 Mar 2026 at 10:40

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, initiated by the Ministry of Defence, involved the award of a tender titled "Blue Prism Licences" under the industry category of "Software package and information systems". This procurement falls under the broader IT services sector. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with the procurement stage noted as 'award'. Significant milestones include the award date on 27th March 2026, and the contract period commencing on 30th March 2026 for a duration of three years, ending on 29th March 2029. The location for delivery is designated as SN13 9NR, and while the full contract value is approximately £2,000,000, the awarded amount is stated as £573,846.55, representing a strategic investment by the Ministry of Defence, headquartered in London, England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in software licensing and information systems. Although the procurement was directed at a large-scale provider as indicated by the awarded supplier Blue Prism, smaller businesses may explore subcontracting opportunities or partnerships that arise from such a large-scale project. Businesses in software development, consulting, and IT support could benefit from similar future tenders, enhancing their portfolios and fostering growth by engaging in pivotal government contracts. As this contract forms part of a framework agreement, it may signal consistent opportunities for those maintaining relevant accreditations and capabilities.

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Notice Title

Blue Prism Licences

Notice Description

Supply of licences

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/234820d8-4edf-41cd-88bc-c5fa3cd992b6
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

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£573,846 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 2029 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
LONDON
Postcode
SN13 9NR
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Corsham Ladbrook
Westminster Constituency
Chippenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLUE PRISM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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