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Provision of a Learning from Experience Report

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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05 Mar 2026 at 10:53

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, a central government authority located in London, has concluded a contracting process for the provision of a "Learning from Experience Report". This contract was part of a procurement process classified under the services category, specifically focusing on technical assistance. The procurement method was direct, conducted below the threshold without competition, and the status of the tender is complete. The process reached the award stage with a contract period from 9th February 2026 to 9th March 2026. The total gross value of the contract was £12,000, with an actual contract value of £10,000 GBP.

This contract presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in providing technical assistance services. The awarded contract to Orchard Consulting Services Limited, a Somerset-based SME, suggests that similar businesses with capabilities in technical services could compete in future tenders with the Ministry of Defence or other government entities by offering specialised knowledge and services. Such contracts are ideal for SMEs aiming to enhance their portfolio and establish a reputation within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of a Learning from Experience Report

Notice Description

Contract for the provision of a Learning from Experience Report

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0662c5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019797-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71356200 - Technical assistance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 9 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

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

ORCHARD CONSULTING SERVICES

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