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title: "Defence Cyber Protection Tool (Octavian)"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7109aba1-0ccf-4741-b66a-d5f12fd27d99"
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published: "2019-08-07"
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# Defence Cyber Protection Tool (Octavian)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7109aba1-0ccf-4741-b66a-d5f12fd27d99

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Ministry of Defence, seeking support and development for the Defence Cyber Protection Tool (Octavian) through a direct procurement method. This tender, identified as CCT 667, falls under the software package and information systems category (CPV code: 48000000) and has recently completed. The contract spans from 27 July 2019 to 26 August 2020, with a total contract value of £209,550. The contract was awarded to NQC Limited on 23 July 2019, and the tender period concluded on 1 June 2019.

This opportunity may be particularly advantageous for SMEs specialising in cybersecurity, software development, and information systems, enabling them to expand their portfolio with government contracts. Prospective suppliers focusing on innovation in cyber protection tools will find value in competing for similar tenders, showcasing their expertise in safeguarding defence infrastructures while fostering business growth within the public sector.

## Notice

Continuation of the Support/Development work on the Defence Cyber Protection Tool

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf93742d-b404-4e41-ad1e-6b231d18b4c6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jul 2019 |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2019 - 26 Aug 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £209,550 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £209,550 |
| 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 9NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Corsham Ladbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Chippenham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2019 at 08:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf93742d-b404-4e41-ad1e-6b231d18b4c6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf93742d-b404-4e41-ad1e-6b231d18b4c6
  7th August 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d8c486ca-669f-448b-9771-616a51e14186

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