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title: "Digital Identity for Defence (DifD) Foundations Test and Integration Partner"
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# Digital Identity for Defence (DifD) Foundations Test and Integration Partner

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a72104a3-effc-4d22-b659-f3c0f14788c8

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has completed the procurement process for the "Digital Identity for Defence (DifD) Foundations Test and Integration Partner" project. This tender, classified under IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support (CPV code 72000000), involved selecting a test and integration partner to ensure the successful integration of identity services with the MOD NETWORK OFFICIAL (MNO). The procurement method was a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract valued at £3,166,335 GBP. The contract period starts on 1st December 2024 and ends on 30th September 2025, with relevant services being provided at the delivery location with postal code SN139GB. Key project dates include the award date on 29th November 2024 and the end of the tender period on 28th November 2024.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT consultancy and software development, especially those experienced in digital identity and defence systems integration. The contract requires a workforce of Suitably Qualified Experienced Personnel (SQEP), making it suitable for companies with a strong track record in delivering complex IT solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as indicated by the tender's suitability criteria. Successful involvement in this project could position businesses for future opportunities within the MOD and similar high-profile defence contracts.

## Notice

The DIfD project requires a test and integration partner to provide a workforce of Suitably Qualified Experienced Personnel (SQEP) to act as the specialist advisor and test and integration partner to the Authority. This will enable the test and integration of the Identity components/services/systems, based on the NetIQ tooling and developed by the previous supplier, to be integrated with MOD NETWORK OFFICIAL (MNO). The successful test and integration of those Identity services will enable the exit of the ATLAS contract. The supplier will also provide support to the current on-prem Single Sign On (SSO) live service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46deacf2-d1bb-4160-a099-0c4ae3697e8e |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2024 - 30 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,166,335 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,166,335 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MASTEK (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 30 Dec 2024 at 11:03 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46deacf2-d1bb-4160-a099-0c4ae3697e8e
- 30 Dec 2024 at 10:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46deacf2-d1bb-4160-a099-0c4ae3697e8e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46deacf2-d1bb-4160-a099-0c4ae3697e8e
  30th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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