Tender

CMF Alumni Network Platform

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

20 Jan 2026 at 17:24

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, located in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, is inviting tenders for the CMF Alumni Network Platform. This project aims to implement a web-based platform for managing alumni interactions for the Combined Maritime Forces. The tender is categorized under software supply services and is part of an open procedure procurement process. Key dates include a tender period concluding on 16th February 2026, with enquiries closing on 4th February 2026. The tentative schedule for the award period is set to end by 20th February 2026. Contract commencement is slated for 27th February 2026, lasting until 31st March 2027, with potential extensions up to 2030.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialized in providing professional web-based solutions, particularly those with experience in creating and managing online platforms. The open procedure allows inclusive competition, making it suitable for both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Interested parties are encouraged to review the invitation to tender document for full details on financial, economic, and technical criteria, as well as the submission process through the Defence Sourcing Portal. The contract, valued initially at £250,000 with potential increments, offers a substantial avenue for businesses looking to expand their service offerings within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CMF Alumni Network Platform

Notice Description

The requirement is for a professional, web-based alumni platform to create and facilitate a one-stop shop providing a managed alumni service for the Combined Maritime Forces.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The contract will include the option to extend by up to three years after the initial end date of approximately 31 March 2027 (date to be confirmed on contract award), giving a maximum duration up to approximately 31 March 2030 (date to be confirmed on contract award). The contract is set at an initial value of PS100,000 ex VAT (PS120,000 inc VAT) with the option to increase this to a total value of PS150,000 ex VAT (PS180,000 inc VAT) to allow for the purchase of additional goods/services as detailed in the contract.

Renewal: The contract will include the option to extend by up to three years after the initial end date of approximately 31 March 2027 (date to be confirmed on contract award), giving a maximum duration up to approximately 31 March 2030 (date to be confirmed on contract award). The contract is set at an initial value of PS100,000 ex VAT (PS120,000 inc VAT) with the option to increase this to a total value of PS150,000 ex VAT (PS180,000 inc VAT) to allow for the purchase of additional goods/services as detailed in the contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060a77
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005048-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 20266 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Isabel King
Contact Email
isabel.king107@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

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