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Provision of IBM i-Log Licence Renewal

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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29 Sep 2021 at 11:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the MINISTRY OF DEFENCE seeking a supplier for the "Provision of IBM i-Log Licence Renewal" to support Army Digital Services. This contract falls under the software and information systems category, specifically within the South East region of England. The procurement method used is a selective process through a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period now concluded since 13 September 2021. The awarded contract, valued at £98,510.50, is set to commence on 1 December 2021 and will last until 30 November 2022, with options for two 12-month extensions.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in software licensing and IT solutions, particularly those that can demonstrate capabilities in providing essential services to governmental bodies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) equipped to offer similar licence renewals or related services may find themselves well-positioned to compete for future contracts in the defence sector. Engaging in this market can facilitate business growth, as the Ministry of Defence frequently issues tenders for various technological needs.

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Notice Title

Provision of IBM i-Log Licence Renewal

Notice Description

Army Digital Services (ADS) develops applications on behalf of Army and wider Defence. In order to ensure consistent quality of delivered applications it is necessary to robustly test the applications in a consistent manner. The current IBM iLog licences will expire on 30 Nov 2021. The buyer requires renewal of these licences from 01 Dec 2021 until 30 Nov 2022. Additional information: Further competition completed under Crown Commercial Service Framework: RM6068 (Technology Products and Associated Services) The Contract is for a period of 1 Year to include up to TWO 12 Month Option Periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eca362c3-e9c2-49a0-9f4e-c75af285ba9f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£98,510 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£98,510 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2022 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Toni Prince
Contact Email
toni.prince177@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP11 8HJ
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
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSIGHT DIRECT (UK

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