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Provision of VMWARE service for OPNET cloud v2 development work

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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23 Sep 2025 at 12:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, located in London, England, has completed the award stage for a procurement titled "Provision of VMWARE service for OPNET cloud v2 development work." This contract involves the migration of OpNET hubs and associated applications on the Black classification network, predominantly focusing on technical support services. The procurement falls under the services category with a contract value of £525,072.39 and was conducted through a selective process, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 15th September 2025 and is set to conclude on 28th February 2026, with services being delivered within the United Kingdom.

This tender represents significant business growth potential, especially for SMEs specialising in cloud services and technical support, given its complex requirements and execution on secure networks. Adjusting to the specifics of such a high-security environment can position these businesses competitively for future government contracts. BOXXE LIMITED, recognised as an SME, has already been awarded the contract, highlighting opportunities for smaller enterprises to succeed in competitive areas if they align their capabilities with governmental needs in technical service provisions.

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Notice Title

Provision of VMWARE service for OPNET cloud v2 development work

Notice Description

VMware by Broadcom to provide migration of OpNET hubs and associated applications on the Black classification network, consisting of; Pre-Production - 147 VMs and production circa 180 VMs.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a927b6bb-c66b-4440-a86e-6af3326b53ea
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f556d09-5812-4439-9cdd-1cd2cd9ee099
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
£525,072 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£525,072 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
14 Sep 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 1-6 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HB
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOXXE

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