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7158883504 - DIfD - AAF Technical Resource

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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14 Jul 2026 at 11:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has completed a procurement process titled "7158883504 - DIfD - AAF Technical Resource," which falls under the IT services industry category. The contract period for this tender is from 25th June 2026 to 21st August 2026, with the scope set in the South East, United Kingdom. The procurement, conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, reached the award stage, with an active award published on 14th July 2026. The tender was valued at GBP 164,951 and was specifically targeted for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), though not for voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT consulting, software development, and related support services. Companies that have experience in providing comprehensive IT solutions and can engage effectively within the framework agreement context are well-positioned to benefit. The Ministry of Defence, known for its robust contracting approaches, provides a stable and reputable partner, potentially leading to long-term business growth for the winning vendor. SMEs with relevant expertise might find this tender offers a substantial platform for expanding their portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

7158883504 - DIfD - AAF Technical Resource

Notice Description

AAF Technical Resource

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-88447406-7eb5-4e50-90ef-4c096f073614
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2117a6b-5def-4794-a614-0c1075f574ed
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
£164,951 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£164,951 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
24 Jun 2026 - 21 Aug 2026 1-6 months
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
CORSHAM
Postcode
SN13 9GB
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
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Corsham Without
Westminster Constituency
Chippenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICRO FOCUS (UK

Further Information

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