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title: "714168450 (DInfoCom/0290) Provision of ADS Renewal of Software AG web Methods Data and Application Integration Licences (Digital Platform Licences)"
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# 714168450 (DInfoCom/0290) Provision of ADS Renewal of Software AG web Methods Data and Application Integration Licences (Digital Platform Licences)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-422e1514-cbeb-4317-8a59-7811eb2632c2

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has completed the procurement process for the provision of ADS Renewal of Software AG web Methods Data and Application Integration Licences, a key component for Army Digital Services (ADS). This project is within the IT services sector, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support, classified under CPV code 72000000. The framework agreement for this selective procurement process, worth £3,472,145.80, was awarded to Softcat PLC. The contract will run from 31st March 2025 to 30th March 2028, with the necessary support and maintenance to be provided throughout this period. The procurement process was initiated on 19th March 2025, and the award was published on 11th April 2025.

This tender creates significant opportunities for IT service providers with expertise in consulting, software development, and integration solutions. Given the value and scope of this project, businesses specializing in digital platform licences and API software could find substantial growth prospects. From a strategic perspective, the contract allows businesses to align with the Ministry of Defence's "API First" policy, providing long-term stability and integration within Defence digital services. Furthermore, this procurement is open to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), presenting opportunities for smaller firms to engage with large-scale Defence projects.

## Notice

Army Digital Services (ADS) deliver applications and services to Army and wider Defence via the Army Hosting Environment (AHE). A key component to delivering some of these is the underpinning integration and API software capability, which makes data available to applications and aligns to the MoD's "API First" policy. The WebMethods software is currently deployed across all ADS environments and is also deployed within other TLBs. Continued provision of this capability is required in order to support current and future service provision. The current licence runs out on 30th March 2025. IBM To include support and maintenance for the period 31st March 2025 - 31st March 28. This capability is to match, or exceed, the web Methods "Enterprise Support" arrangements provided under the Software AG contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0e24a62-aae5-48a5-a234-5a6eeab338c4 |
| 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 | 15 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2025 - 30 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,472,145 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,472,145 |
| 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 | ANDOVER |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP11 8HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Test Valley |
| Electoral ward | Andover Millway |
| Westminster constituency | North West Hampshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2025 at 16:26 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0e24a62-aae5-48a5-a234-5a6eeab338c4
- 11 Apr 2025 at 17:23 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0e24a62-aae5-48a5-a234-5a6eeab338c4
- 11 Apr 2025 at 17:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0e24a62-aae5-48a5-a234-5a6eeab338c4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0e24a62-aae5-48a5-a234-5a6eeab338c4
  15th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ce7a5868-408e-413d-b114-bb8d4e646775
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1c1cd648-f12e-45ea-aba1-9c6ccb3b34e2
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b2abe341-7478-4999-aea6-10107deabbc9

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