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Helix Support Contract Apr25 - May28

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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09 Jun 2025 at 11:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process overseen by the Ministry of Defence focuses on the operational support of the Helix software and associated suite, classified under the industry category of software package and information systems. This procurement involves a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, highlighting its specialised nature. The contract was awarded to Fusion Business Solutions (UK) Ltd, marking the award stage in June 2025, with the contract period spanning from May 2025 to June 2028. Geographically, the service delivery encompasses various regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Europe.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for large-scale technology firms specialising in software support services, as evidenced by the contract value of £611,400. While it may not be best suited for small or medium enterprises, large enterprises with relevant expertise can leverage this opportunity to extend their services to governmental organisations such as the Ministry of Defence, thereby enhancing their portfolio in public sector projects. Firms experienced in managing long-term IT contracts can compete effectively in this domain, potentially leading to further business collaborations and expansions within the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Helix Support Contract Apr25 - May28

Notice Description

Operational support of the Helix software and associated suite.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ea72b7c5-b6eb-4f58-be26-c57c3a78bc65
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9e92400-66fe-405b-a380-ce62af3a5b25
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£611,400 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£611,400 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Jun 2028 3-4 years
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FUSION BUSINESS SOLUTIONS (UK

Further Information

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