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DOBUS

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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26 May 2025 at 20:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the Ministry of Defence for the project titled "DOBUS" falls under the industry category of Software package and information systems. The procurement is for the supply of DOBUS Licenses, valued at £85,000, with goods to be delivered within the United Kingdom. The procurement was carried out using a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tendering phase concluded on 27th April 2025, with the contract period starting on 28th April 2025 and ending on 28th May 2026. The award stage was completed with the contract actively awarded to BOXXEE Limited, a large enterprise based in York, on 28th April 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software packages and information systems by offering a stable contract within a significant government department, the Ministry of Defence. Given the nature of the procurement method and the contract's substantial value, it is best suited for large enterprises capable of delivering specialised software solutions. Companies looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector and establish long-term relationships with government bodies may find substantial value in engaging with similar opportunities. While this tender was not designed specifically for SMEs or VCSEs, participation in such tenders could aid large firms in consolidating their presence in government procurement markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DOBUS

Notice Description

DOBUS Licenses

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c0c3e560-ebd6-4d0d-8446-c74402b79b52
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b99575b2-57ac-4160-8946-62dc542abd6a
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
Not specified
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
£85,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
27 Apr 2025 - 28 May 2026 1-2 years
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
Not specified
Contact Email
william.dodwell100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

BOXXEE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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