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Provision of digital skills Licences to enable the development and growth of digital skills across the MOD.

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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14 Aug 2025 at 15:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has awarded a contract titled "Provision of digital skills Licences to enable the development and growth of digital skills across the MoD," focusing on IT services such as consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This contract falls under the CPV classification 72000000, encompassing a wide range of IT-related services. The procurement process was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically under G Cloud 14. The supplier, Skillsoft UK Ltd, has been chosen to commence the contract on 1st August 2025, which will run until 31st July 2028. This tender has reached the award stage as indicated by the publication on 14th August 2025. The MoD operates from Whitehall, London, aiming to build digital skills through cloud software licenses and support, with a total contract value of GBP 5,436,000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the IT consultancy and software development sectors, as it focuses on enhancing the digital skills infrastructure within the MoD. Companies specialising in IT services, cloud software, and digital transformation strategies are well-suited to engage in similar future procurement opportunities. The emphasis on digital growth within a major government department like the MoD highlights the potential for businesses to collaborate on projects that require robust technology solutions and strategic consultancy. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged, given the procurement's suitability criteria, offering a chance for them to showcase innovation and flexibility in delivering advanced IT services.

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Notice Title

Provision of digital skills Licences to enable the development and growth of digital skills across the MOD.

Notice Description

Provision of cloud software licences and support to enable the development and growth of digital skills across the MOD via G cloud.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ac7a6903-0114-442b-93d3-bd85969dd373
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c55c19cb-6972-4b0b-9b7a-12cda8d362a0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

72100000 - Hardware consultancy services

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

72210000 - Programming services of packaged software products

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

72222000 - Information systems or technology strategic review and planning services

72222100 - Information systems or technology strategic review services

72222200 - Information systems or technology planning services

72222300 - Information technology services

72223000 - Information technology requirements review services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

72225000 - System quality assurance assessment and review services

72226000 - System software acceptance testing consultancy services

72227000 - Software integration consultancy services

72228000 - Hardware integration consultancy services

72230000 - Custom software development services

72240000 - Systems analysis and programming services

72250000 - System and support services

72260000 - Software-related services

72300000 - Data services

72400000 - Internet services

72500000 - Computer-related services

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

72700000 - Computer network services

72800000 - Computer audit and testing services

72900000 - Computer back-up and catalogue conversion services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,436,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£5,436,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 3-4 years
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

SKILLSOFT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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