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DDC Server Refresh

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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09 Dec 2025 at 08:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has concluded a public procurement process under the title "DDC Server Refresh," classified within the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement process was conducted as a selective method, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, covering services needed in London, United Kingdom. The process reached the award stage, with the contract starting on 14 November 2025 and concluding on 30 January 2026. Key dates included the tender period ending on 15 October 2025. The award was made official on 9 December 2025, as part of the ongoing effort to ensure robust IT infrastructure support for the Defence sector.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses operating in the IT services domain, particularly those capable of providing consulting and development support within the infrastructure space. With a total contract value of £325,842.03, it presents a lucrative chance for companies, especially those smaller businesses (SMEs) that meet the Ministry’s criteria, to expand their government portfolio and enhance their credibility. boxxe Ltd, a large entity based in York, served as the supplier for this contract, indicating that both small and large organisations have the potential to thrive in such procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DDC Server Refresh

Notice Description

DDC Server Refresh

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ca228dad-61a1-4807-a368-09cb414b2002
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8f6283a-9cdb-42d5-a2f9-11afe933b000
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
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
£325,842 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£325,842 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
14 Nov 2025 - 30 Jan 2026 1-6 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
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EX
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOXXE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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