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Hardware & Software for Development of a MarWorks DevSecOps

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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20 Nov 2025 at 09:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, located in Portsmouth, England, recently completed the procurement process for the "Hardware & Software for Development of a MarWorks DevSecOps" project. This competitive tender, awarded on 20th November 2025, falls under the main industry category of mainframe hardware. Using a selective procurement method via a call-off from the CCS Framework RM6098 Tepas 2, the procurement reached the award stage with Boxxe Ltd being the successful supplier. The procurement process was aimed at acquiring goods with the contract commencing on 19th November 2025 and concluding on 31st March 2029. The project is situated in the South East region of the United Kingdom and the total contract value amounts to £616,170.97.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in mainframe hardware, particularly those capable of providing high-quality hardware and software solutions. SMEs and organisations involved in the development of DevSecOps infrastructure could greatly benefit from engaging in similar procurement processes. The engagement through the CCS framework also highlights opportunities for businesses already familiar with framework agreements, offering them a path to secure significant government contracts. With a focus on transparency and further competition, businesses that can innovate and provide cutting-edge technology solutions will be well-positioned to compete in future tenders within this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hardware & Software for Development of a MarWorks DevSecOps

Notice Description

***AWARD NOTICE FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY** Contract has been award via CCS Framework RM6098 Tepas 2 further competition

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fc6207e2-ea10-4474-872a-45b04da8b288
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b208f445-07f5-4c3f-9f40-29e1ca21845e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30211200 - Mainframe hardware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£616,170 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£616,170 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
19 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 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
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO2 8BY
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOXXE

Further Information

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