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Defence Out of Bounds Service (DOBUS)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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21 Aug 2024 at 13:34

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract titled "Defence Out of Bounds Service (DOBUS)" under the IT services category. This service provides essential software patches for MOD ICT classified at OFFICIAL, SECRET, and ABOVE SECRET levels to maintain cybersecurity. The procurement was finalized on 1st August 2024 and is set to run from 1st August 2024 to 31st July 2026. The procurement process was managed through a call-off from an existing framework agreement, demonstrating a selective procurement method. The entire contract is valued at approximately £2,483,453.68 and is aimed at addressing cyber vulnerabilities within the Defence sector. The primary location for this service is Corsham, England (postcode: SN13 9NR).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those experienced in cybersecurity solutions. Large enterprises like Boxxe Limited, which has already been awarded the contract, demonstrate that businesses with a robust capacity for managing secure IT infrastructure will be well-suited for such opportunities. This contract underscores the importance of cybersecurity in Defence-related fields, creating a demand for firms capable of delivering high-assurance software patches and consultancy services. Companies capable of operating within such highly sensitive environments can leverage these opportunities to expand their portfolio and secure long-term government contracts.

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Notice Title

Defence Out of Bounds Service (DOBUS)

Notice Description

Defence Out of Bounds Service (DOBUS) which provides assured software patches for MOD ICT at OFFICIAL, SECRET and ABOVE SECRET. This service is vital to Defence as without it, various pieces of software will become vulnerable to exploitation and will compromise Defence's Cyber security.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ccbf5712-9925-4839-9b47-7a03f962b79a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9279cca5-df0f-498d-aade-49a71c4aa1ce
Current Stage
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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
Not specified
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
£2,483,453 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,483,453 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2026 1-2 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
CORSHAM
Postcode
SN13 9NR
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Corsham Ladbrook
Westminster Constituency
Chippenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOXXE

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