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CCS Call-Off CAN for The Provision of a Microsoft Active Directory Solution, including Software Hardware and Support

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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28 May 2026 at 12:34

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence in the United Kingdom has completed a procurement process under the industry's IT services category. The contract titled "Provision of a Microsoft Active Directory Solution, including Software, Hardware and Support" has been awarded as a CCS Call-Off under a selective procurement method from a framework agreement. The procurement process focused on the delivery of user Identification and Authentication and infrastructure services for a standalone IT System located in the South West region of England. The award was made to Boxxe Limited on 4th February 2026, with the contract running from this start date until 3rd February 2029, valued at GBP 33,000.26. The tendering stage concluded on 21st January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for IT service providers, particularly those specialising in software development, consulting, and support services. The procurement process, specifically utilising a framework agreement, suggests that established businesses familiar with framework procurement would have a competitive edge. Small and medium-sized enterprises could also find this a conducive partnership due to its recognition of SME suitability. The awarded contract supports business growth by fostering long-term partnerships with the Ministry of Defence, offering business expansion within the public sector, particularly in IT-related services.

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Notice Title

CCS Call-Off CAN for The Provision of a Microsoft Active Directory Solution, including Software Hardware and Support

Notice Description

The SALMO (Salvage and Marine Operations) Delivery Team, part of the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence (The Authority) has awarded a contract to Boxxe Limited for user Identification and Authentication (ID&A) and common infrastructure services for a small, standalone and offline single-location IT System.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-eb3ef4dd-1f4f-4ee4-bb7b-14fc60256468
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02c5a5f8-a5df-4302-aaa2-aefd02666890
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
SME
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
£33,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£33,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20264 months ago
Contract Period
4 Feb 2026 - 3 Feb 2029 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOXXE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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