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Land Artificial Intelligence Services (Spearhead) Renewal (DInfoCom/0177)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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09 Jul 2021 at 17:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking to renew its contract for Land Artificial Intelligence Services, specifically under the title "Land Artificial Intelligence Services (Spearhead) Renewal (DInfoCom/0177)". This procurement falls under the IT services sector, particularly consulting and software development, and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement is currently at the award stage, with the contract awarded on 9th July 2021. The contract period commences on 15th September 2021 and spans 12 months with two optional extensions of a further 12 months each. The total contract value is approximately £2,471,734.06 and the procurement was conducted via a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with expertise in artificial intelligence, automation, and machine learning. Companies that can enhance command and control capabilities in land operations would be particularly well-suited to compete, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate innovative solutions to reduce cognitive burdens for users. Engaging in this contract could lead to further collaborations or government contracts in the defence sector, aligning with the UK’s strategy of modernising defence technology through innovative partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Land Artificial Intelligence Services (Spearhead) Renewal (DInfoCom/0177)

Notice Description

The Enhanced Command & Control (C2) Spearhead (EC2SPHD) is a key component for rapidly accelerating Artificial Intelligence (AI) use in Land operations and Enhancing C2 in the Land Environment by using Technology, including AI, Automation, ML, and ways of working to reduce the cognitive burden on the human and speed up processes. Additional information: This Contract has been awarded Via Crown Commercial Services Framework: RM1557.12 (G-Cloud). The Contract is for a duration of 12 Months plus x 2 12 Month Option Periods.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a71b1cc2-efd5-4023-88a6-7a9a3692090c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/95c032a5-617b-4437-a890-91cd2624ef85
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
£2,471,734 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,471,734 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20214 years ago
Contract Period
14 Sep 2021 - 14 Jul 2022 6-12 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
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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IBM UNITED KINGDOM

Further Information

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