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title: "DNO/520 - Nuclear Deterrence Fund - Deft9 Dec 2025 - CAN"
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# DNO/520 - Nuclear Deterrence Fund - Deft9 Dec 2025 - CAN

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-75276407-016d-4cd4-9efd-7e893407ccd1

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "DNO/520 - Nuclear Deterrence Fund - Deft9 Dec 2025 - CAN," classified under Military research and technology, located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement method involved a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and the contract has been awarded to the supplier, Deft9 Solutions Inc., as of 20 January 2026. The contract is set to run until 30 September 2026, with a value of £69,099.75 GBP. This development stage, marked by the 'award' tag, signifies the finalisation of the contracting process, with details published on 19 February 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the military research and technology sector, particularly those capable of delivering specialised services in nuclear deterrence. It highlights the Ministry of Defence's engagement in selective procurement, offering a growth pathway predominantly for SMEs, although not specifically targeted at VCSEs. Large-scale suppliers, such as Deft9 Solutions Inc., have successfully capitalised on this opportunity, demonstrating the potential for strong collaboration between established entities and governmental bodies. Businesses with expertise and services aligned with the defence sector stand to benefit from similar contracts and should consider engaging in dynamic purchasing systems to maximise future prospects.

## Notice

Awarded contract - This means that the contract has been awarded to a supplier. Additional information: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1488362-0035-4320-9d7d-ca54b20da281

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e91526a-ae5e-43ca-b856-af9b28ffbb86 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £69,099 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £69,099 |
| 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 | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DEFT9 SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73410000 - Military research and technology

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2026 at 08:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e91526a-ae5e-43ca-b856-af9b28ffbb86

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e91526a-ae5e-43ca-b856-af9b28ffbb86
  19th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/78c888f0-138f-4846-8aeb-28304ca9f3e2
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## Notice URLs

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1488362-0035-4320-9d7d-ca54b20da281

## Provenance

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