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17 Jun 2026 at 14:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has concluded a procurement process titled "PS622," focused on the modernisation of its ICT infrastructure under the Defence as a Platform initiative. The initiative is valued at £3,032,593 and covers computer-related professional services. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The location of the contract activities is primarily in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The award was made to PA Consulting Ltd on 19 May 2026, and the contract is set to commence on 1 July 2026, concluding on 31 March 2027. This procurement is seen in the award stage and included discussions around both the detailed transformation of MoD's IT systems and the necessity of in-house security assurance to mitigate potential risks.

This tender represents significant opportunities for growth in the computer-related professional services sector, particularly for businesses specialising in ICT and cybersecurity services. SMEs are encouraged to partake, especially those with expertise in managing complex IT transformations and compliance with rigorous security policies. Companies that can offer innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency and security within a sensitive governmental context would be well-positioned to benefit from such projects. The contract supports the MoD’s efforts toward efficiency and modernisation, thus providing a viable business growth avenue for firms dedicated to advancing technological infrastructure.

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Notice Title

PS622

Notice Description

1.1 Combined, the four (4) Service Executives provide the common User service to run on Defence as a Platform (DaaP), transforming the MoD permanent ICT infrastructure, bringing it in line within modern commercial approaches. Impacting every MoD employee (both in the UK and Overseas and across OFFICIAL, SECRET and Above Secret domains) providing them with access to modern applications and user devices - collectively known as MODNET. 1.2 Together, these Programmes will significantly increase the efficiency of MoD core business and acts as a key enabling component to maintain the MoD's ability to operate during this time of economic austerity. 1.3 Delivery and management of Services will involve a range of mandated in-house Security Assurance activities to ensure services are/remain compliant with policy and are deployed/managed without presenting undue risk to the security of sensitive MoD information. Due to the contracted timelines of delivery and the ongoing management required, these activities must be completed against a pre-agreed schedule, to avoid MoD liability for significant financial penalties for delays. Assurance of the Secret System will require in-depth security assurance as it needs to operate at the highest level of security.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e03e2108-fa0a-4617-856e-a98ad4fd96b5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdffac04-2248-4758-8def-52659031ee18
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

72590000 - Computer-related professional services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,032,593 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,032,593 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CORHSAM
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
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Corsham Ladbrook
Westminster Constituency
Chippenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PA CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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