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title: "Collaborative Working Environment (CWS)"
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# Collaborative Working Environment (CWS)

Buyer: DIGITAL DEFENCE LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8dd04a44-a6ed-4bd2-84ca-abde72a721b7

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Collaborative Working Environment (CWS)" project, led by Digital Defence Limited, has reached the award stage. This initiative focuses on providing technical support services to The Defence Digital Collaborative Working Environment, specifically requiring a Lead Security Architect (Cyber) resource. The project is set in the United Kingdom, with the contract period extending from 9 January 2023 to 30 September 2023. The procurement method employed was a selective process, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract value of £156,000. Key stakeholders include the buyer, Digital Defence Limited, and the awarded supplier, Apache IX Limited.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) interested in the defence and cybersecurity sectors. Companies with expertise in technical support services and a focus on collaborative digital environments would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging in contracts of this nature allows businesses to establish or strengthen their presence in the public sector, leveraging their specialized skill sets to meet government needs effectively.

## Notice

Provision of resources to support the delivery of The Defence Digital Collaborative Working Environment - Lead security Architect (Cyber) resource.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bdc73ed-3bd5-41bf-82a2-c46f9c395ad9 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jan 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jan 2023 |
| Contract period | 9 Jan 2023 - 30 Sep 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £156,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £156,000 |
| 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 | DIGITAL DEFENCE LIMITED |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN4 6JP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Nene Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | APACHE IX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356300 - Technical support services

## Release History

- 11 Oct 2024 at 14:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bdc73ed-3bd5-41bf-82a2-c46f9c395ad9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bdc73ed-3bd5-41bf-82a2-c46f9c395ad9
  11th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/99734a9c-d8ef-4d80-bb90-6a7ab412567e

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