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title: "Provision of Technical Support for BCIP 5.6 and Morpheus"
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# Provision of Technical Support for BCIP 5.6 and Morpheus

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8e94f3c2-8ade-4272-9720-755008918f87

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by the Ministry of Defence involves the provision of technical support for BCIP 5.6 and Morpheus. This contract, valued at £92,755.43, is classified under consultancy services (CPV code: 71600000) and is based in Corsham, South West England. The procurement method used was limited, allowing for the award of the contract without prior publication of a contract notice. The tender period ended on 10 March 2017, with the contract starting on 3 April 2017 and concluding on 31 March 2018. The contract has been awarded to QinetiQ Ltd, with the official notice published on 11 May 2017.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the consultancy and technical support sectors, particularly those with expertise in system architectures and defence-related projects. Companies that specialise in technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services may find this a suitable competition to engage in, as the Ministry of Defence frequently seeks specialist support for its projects. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a business's reputation and establish valuable connections within the public sector, paving the way for future procurement opportunities.

## Notice

Provision of an SC cleared individual who can provide specialist technical advice on system architectures for both BCIP5.6 (and it's predessors) and MORPHEUS Evolve to Open projects.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99cc8d92-7f9d-45dc-9f99-21f931de9985 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2017 |
| Contract period | 2 Apr 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £92,755 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £92,755 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

## Release History

- 11 May 2017 at 08:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99cc8d92-7f9d-45dc-9f99-21f931de9985

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99cc8d92-7f9d-45dc-9f99-21f931de9985
  11th May 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6d5d0f41-07c7-4180-8427-75f32b4d80c8
  Final FATS Tasking Form

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