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title: "Request for Information for Contracting, Purchasing, and Finance Supplier Hub Replacement"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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published: "2017-10-20"
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# Request for Information for Contracting, Purchasing, and Finance Supplier Hub Replacement

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-92ee9b3e-8870-4db3-9892-e9f12e87fe87

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is initiating a Request for Information (RFI) for a Supplier Hub Replacement, classified under electronic message services and located in Corsham, South West England. This tender is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 23rd February 2018. Interested parties are required to submit their responses by 12:00 PM on 6th November 2017. The early engagement notice was published on 20th October 2017, signalling the start of discussions for potential suppliers.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with expertise in electronic communication solutions. Companies looking to expand their portfolios in public sector contracts would find this an ideal opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities. Engaging with this RFI could lead to collaborations with the Ministry of Defence and other related projects, making it a valuable prospect for innovative and resourceful firms in the technology sector.

## Notice

The attached document provides the Information Requested for the Contracting, Purchasing, and Finance Supplier Hub Replacement Additional information: Your response to this RFI is requested by no later than 12:00PM on Monday 6 November 2017.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2eefea13-0097-4bc9-8047-198a42998c9f |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 23 Feb 2018 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64216100 - Electronic message services

## Release History

- 20 Oct 2017 at 07:32 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2eefea13-0097-4bc9-8047-198a42998c9f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2eefea13-0097-4bc9-8047-198a42998c9f
  20th October 2017 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9f80cc2e-3626-4397-a600-7f745d7afa85
  Request For Information

## Provenance

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