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PS297 Network Architecture

DIGITAL DEFENCE LIMITED

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10 Oct 2024 at 12:57

Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Digital Architecture team, under Digital Defence Limited, is seeking expertise to develop a Network Reference Architecture for Defence through the PS297 Network Architecture tender. This procurement process is classified under Technical support services (CPV code 71356300) and is selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £126,000, commenced on August 14, 2023, and will end on March 29, 2024, with the location specified as the United Kingdom. The planning and tender stage is complete, and the award status is currently active. The project was awarded to Rockstone Technologies Ltd, commencing immediately after the tender period ended on August 10, 2023. Key contact for the buying organisation is Justin Johnson of Digital Defence Limited, based in Northampton, England.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the technical support services industry, particularly SMEs, to engage with the defence sector and expand their market reach. With the assured contract value and defined timeframe, companies capable of providing specialised network architecture expertise can significantly benefit, building their portfolio and demonstrating competence in high-stakes, government-aligned projects. Businesses well-suited for this tender include those with a track record in advanced networking solutions, familiarity with defence requirements, and the ability to manage projects within a structured framework agreement context.

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Notice Title

PS297 Network Architecture

Notice Description

The Defence Digital Architecture team requires expertise to develop and deliver a set of artefacts to support the creation of a Network Reference Architecture for Defence

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cd386de2-02be-4b22-86a6-a51127b14e1c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/209a90d1-7348-4452-9b3d-14df2bf59f84
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
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
£126,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£126,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20232 years ago
Contract Period
13 Aug 2023 - 29 Mar 2024 6-12 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
DIGITAL DEFENCE LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN4 6JP
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Nene Valley
Westminster Constituency
Northampton South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROCKSTONE TECHNOLOGIES

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