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PS394 Digital Skills for Defence (DS4D) Client-Side Support

DIGITAL DEFENCE LIMITED

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26 Feb 2025 at 11:59

Summary of the contracting process

DIGITAL DEFENCE LIMITED is overseeing a procurement process titled "PS394 Digital Skills for Defence (DS4D) Client-Side Support," classified under technical support services (CPV 71356300). This process involves client-side professional service support (PSS) to aid in effective performance management, maintaining 'intelligent customer' status, and strategic partner accountability. The contract, awarded to Capgemini UK PLC, spans from 18 November 2024 to 31 October 2025, with delivery locations in England. The procurement method used is a selective call-off from a framework agreement, with a total contract value of £639,990. The award status is currently active as of 26 February 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses capable of providing specialised technical and professional services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in areas such as data analysis, user experience, business analysis, technical support, costings, and approvals would be ideal candidates. Participation in this contract will provide companies with the chance to showcase their capabilities and gain exposure within the defence sector, setting a foundation for potential future collaborations and growth within a crucial industry.

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Notice Title

PS394 Digital Skills for Defence (DS4D) Client-Side Support

Notice Description

Client-side Professional Service Support (PSS) to ensure that the Authority can administer effective performance management, retain 'intelligent customer' status, and hold the strategic partner to account. This will also enable the programme to access limited term subject matter expertise, including: data analysis, user experience, business analysis, technical, costings and approvals.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9f2fde2a-c18e-46de-863b-b7aa6fcdbc43
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/716a4f8f-2793-43a0-acfa-513cf9da6e58
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
£639,990 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£639,990 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 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
Justin Johnson
Contact Email
justin.johnson258@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07510474967

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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAPGEMINI

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