Planning

Provision of SCIDA services

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

02 Oct 2024 at 08:01

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has issued a Prior Information Notice (PIN) for the provision of SCIDA services, specifically targeting the computer audit services industry under CPV code 72810000. The purchasing process is currently in the planning stage, with the anticipated contract spanning 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2030. This opportunity pertains to the Air Command division, ensuring IT infrastructure for Air Estate. The contract is valued at 20 million GBP and aims to maintain UK and overseas sites through the CCS RM6264 FM Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). The deadline for future notices is 31st December 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in computer audit and facilities management services involving ICT operations. The MOD encourages suppliers to onboard using the DPS, which allows for flexibility and continuous access. Ideal candidates are companies experienced in IT infrastructure governance and assurance, looking to expand their footprint within the defence sector. The procurement process offers a streamlined path to competition, making it accessible for a wide range of suppliers. Businesses interested in growth through strategic defence contracts should consider participating.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of SCIDA services

Notice Description

Please note this is not a call for competition, this is a Prior Information Notice (PIN) the PROVISION OF SCIDA SERVICES. The proposed contract commencing 1st January 2026 - 31st December 2030. The purpose of this Prior Information Notice (PIN) is to alert potential suppliers to an opportunity in relation to a procurement to be undertaken on behalf of Air Command. This procurement is for the future provision of SCIDA services for the Air Estate. The term 'SCIDA' refers to the Site Co-ordination Installation and Design Authority. The Co-ordination Installation and Design Authority (CIDA) exists to ensure the correct physical and environmental aspects of all MOD IT fixed infrastructure is installed in a safe and secure manner. The lead authority, CIDA, is a sub-department of the Defence Digital (DD) Operations Pillar. CIDA Governance support the establishment of site-based teams to deliver the SCIDA function; these teams are known as 'SCIDA'. Subsequently. Air SCIDA provides assurance that Site Computer Information Systems (CIS) conforms to regulations and maintains Air safety. Air Command has a requirement to contract for SCIDA provision to maintain Air sites in the UK and overseas. It is currently envisaged that this procurement will be run using CCS RM6264 FM DPS to procure SCIDA services. We would like to extend the opportunity to all potential suppliers to have access to the competition. Use of a DPS allows suppliers to onboard at any time, and they only have to select the individual services they are capable of delivering. If this would be of interest, please read the attached guidance doc and follow the instructions to onboard. Onboarding is completely free. CCS have also produced a video guide albeit for a different DPS, but the onboarding process is the same. From around 4 mins into this YouTube video, the information is fairly generic that may help. If you have any questions, please reach out to mark.woods@crowncommercial.gov.uk.

Lot Information

Lot 1

SCIDA services are required for the entire RAF estate. The SCIDA is responsible for the governance and assurance of all physical elements of all fixed ICT installations within the Configuration Boundary. ICT is the collective term for an ICT solution which comprises of ICT systems, associated cables and ICT supporting infrastructure.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04a4e0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031467-2024
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

72514100 - Facilities management services involving computer operation

72810000 - Computer audit services

79993100 - Facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
abigail.morter100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HIGH WYCOMBE
Postcode
N/A
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified
Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Further Information

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