Award

RM1557.14 - Call-Off from CCS G Cloud-Provision of ESCAPADE Database

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Award

08 Jan 2026 at 16:37

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the provision of the ESCAPADE Database under the RM1557.14 G Cloud Framework Agreement. The procurement process utilised a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £79,200, was awarded to Ctrl O Ltd, an SME, and is set in the industry category of 'Database and operating software package'. Key activities will take place in London, United Kingdom, with the contract period running from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2028. The contract award was finalised on 5th December 2025, with the announcement made on 8th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in database and software solutions, particularly SMEs, given the eligibility criteria centred on small and medium-sized enterprises. Companies in the IT services sector with the capability to deliver robust database management solutions would be well-positioned to benefit from such contracts. The use of the G Cloud Framework highlights an efficient procurement channel that reduces competitive barriers, enabling more streamlined access for capable suppliers. This is an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to establish or deepen their relationship with the Ministry of Defence and expand their services in the public sector.

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Notice Title

RM1557.14 - Call-Off from CCS G Cloud-Provision of ESCAPADE Database

Notice Description

Contract Award Notice - This is a Call-Off from the Crown Commercial Services RM1557.14 G Cloud Framework Agreement for the Provision of the ESCAPADE Database which is used by MOD to manage Defence Engagement activities. The Contract has been awarded through the G Cloud selection process to Ctrl O Ltd.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e8ea690e-13c4-45af-aa20-7959869a5a9f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/066dc426-eeef-4c33-bab2-28eda5ffde01
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48600000 - Database and operating software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£79,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£79,200 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 3-4 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
Not specified
Contact Email
defcomrcl-hobp4team@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GLOUCESTER
Postcode
GL3 1HW
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Tewkesbury
Electoral Ward
Innsworth
Westminster Constituency
Tewkesbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CTRL O

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