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title: "Provision of Technical Support Voluntary National Contribution (VNC) to the Federated Mission Networking Secretariat"
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# Provision of Technical Support Voluntary National Contribution (VNC) to the Federated Mission Networking Secretariat

Buyer: MOD DE&S ISS CORSHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8f9a815a-20d2-4c89-ae05-d2a66f2b5dbe

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Ministry of Defence's Defence Equipment & Support ISS based in Corsham, England, seeking technical support for the Federated Mission Networking Secretariat. The contract, titled "Provision of Technical Support Voluntary National Contribution (VNC) to the Federated Mission Networking Secretariat," falls under the IT services sector, specifically consulting and software development. This selective tender, initiated through a call-off from a framework agreement, reached the award stage on 11 April 2019, with the contract commencing on 1 May 2019 and concluding on 31 January 2020. The total value of the contract is approximately £248,830.

This opportunity is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT services, consulting, software development, and support. With the Ministry of Defence as the buyer, businesses with a track record in providing technical assistance and adhering to the operational standards set by the UK in international collaborations would find this a strategic opportunity for growth. Engaging in this contract could enhance a company's portfolio while allowing for the development of long-term relationships with government entities.

## Notice

(1) Fulfil specific UK responsibilities of membership of the FMN in the Secretariat: (2) Fulfil specific UK membership responsibilities at the Operational Coordination Working Group (OCWG): (3) Fulfil specific UK membership responsibilities at the Capability Planning Working Group (CPWG): (4) Fulfil specific UK membership responsibilities at the Change Implementation Coordination Working Group (CICWG): (5) Fulfil specific UK membership responsibilities at the Multinational CIS Security Management Authority Working Group (MCSMA WG): (6) Attend the FMN MG

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0827cb0-efa7-4afa-9735-80a747a7c397 |
| 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 | 3 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Mar 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Apr 2019 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2019 - 31 Jan 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £248,830 |
| 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 | MOD DE&S ISS CORSHAM |
| Locality | CORSHAM |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN13 9RG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Corsham Without |
| Westminster constituency | Chippenham |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ADVANCED SYSTEMS UNDERSTANDING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 3 May 2019 at 09:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0827cb0-efa7-4afa-9735-80a747a7c397

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0827cb0-efa7-4afa-9735-80a747a7c397
  3rd May 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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