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title: "Digital Identity for Defence (DIfD) Foundations Test and Integration Partner - CAN"
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# Digital Identity for Defence (DIfD) Foundations Test and Integration Partner - CAN

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-242d257e-081b-4f04-94ce-2578bb8fb959

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed the award process for the contract titled "Digital Identity for Defence (DIfD) Foundations Test and Integration Partner - CAN". This procurement falls under the Systems and Technical Consultancy Services category, specifically for providing a workforce of Suitably Qualified Experienced Personnel (SQEP) to act as the specialist advisor and test and integration partner. The aim is to integrate Identity components/services/systems with the MOD NETWORK OFFICIAL (MNO), using NetIQ tooling. The contract, worth £3,166,335, was awarded to MASTEK UK LIMITED. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract will run from 2nd December 2024 to 3rd March 2026, with services required at various locations, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in systems and technical consultancy services, particularly those specialising in digital identity solutions and system integration. Companies capable of providing experienced personnel and technical support for integrated digital identity services would be well-suited to compete. The Ministry of Defence's need for a reliable test and integration partner also creates potential growth pathways for businesses capable of supporting on-premise Single Sign On (SSO) services and ensuring compliance with MOD requirements. This contract underscores the importance of specialised firms in the defence sector, offering a platform for growth and expertise validation in a high-stakes environment.

## Notice

Contract Award Notice for Digital Identity for Defence (DIfD) Foundations Test and Integration Partner. The DIfD project requires a test and integration partner to provide a workforce of Suitably Qualified Experienced Personnel (SQEP) to act as the specialist advisor and test and integration partner to the Buyer. This will enable the test and integration of the Identity components/services/systems, based on the NetIQ tooling and developed by the previous supplier, to be integrated with MOD NETWORK OFFICIAL (MNO). The successful test and integration of those Identity services will enable the exit of the ATLAS contract. The supplier will also provide support to the current on-prem Single Sign On (SSO) live service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32dc163b-3eea-4941-8dae-b5c0b61bceae |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 2 Dec 2024 - 3 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,166,335 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,166,335 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | CORSHAM |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN13 9GB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Corsham Without |
| Westminster constituency | Chippenham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MASTEK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2025 at 12:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32dc163b-3eea-4941-8dae-b5c0b61bceae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32dc163b-3eea-4941-8dae-b5c0b61bceae
  3rd February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/68c9535f-7323-424f-b697-cd6ebef33e97
  Redacted Contract.

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