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Strategic Cloud Partner 2 Bridging Contrac

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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29 Jan 2026 at 15:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MOD), based in London, has concluded the procurement process for the "Strategic Cloud Partner 2 Bridging Contract." This contract falls under the computer-related professional services category, specifically CPV code 72590000, and involves the provision of technical cloud engineer services to manage and support MODCloud capability. The procurement method used was a selective process through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £702,230, was awarded to Nimbus Digital & Technology Innovations Ltd on 20th October 2025, and it is set to run from 29th October 2025 to 31st March 2026. The procurement stage is complete, and the contract was officially published on 29th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for large-scale technology firms experienced in cloud services and digital infrastructure management. Although not tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with expertise in cloud engineering and an existing capability to cater to governmental infrastructure needs are well-positioned to leverage such contracts for growth. The structured procurement process and strategic collaboration with the MOD can lead to further opportunities in the defence sector, providing a channel to showcase robust engineering solutions within a high-value public sector frame.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Strategic Cloud Partner 2 Bridging Contrac

Notice Description

Provision of technical cloud engineer services to support the management, change, patching and testing of MODCloud capability

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fe9cef28-2e64-4b0e-a03c-feded8fb3b26
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5888253e-e30f-40a9-b6d1-9754aa206096
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
Not specified
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
£702,230 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£702,230 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
29 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
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
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HB
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NIMBUS DIGITAL & TECHNOLOGY INNOVATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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