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title: "Provision of VMWARE service for OPNET cloud v2 development work"
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# Provision of VMWARE service for OPNET cloud v2 development work

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a927b6bb-c66b-4440-a86e-6af3326b53ea

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, located in London, England, has completed the award stage for a procurement titled "Provision of VMWARE service for OPNET cloud v2 development work." This contract involves the migration of OpNET hubs and associated applications on the Black classification network, predominantly focusing on technical support services. The procurement falls under the services category with a contract value of £525,072.39 and was conducted through a selective process, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 15th September 2025 and is set to conclude on 28th February 2026, with services being delivered within the United Kingdom.

This tender represents significant business growth potential, especially for SMEs specialising in cloud services and technical support, given its complex requirements and execution on secure networks. Adjusting to the specifics of such a high-security environment can position these businesses competitively for future government contracts. BOXXE LIMITED, recognised as an SME, has already been awarded the contract, highlighting opportunities for smaller enterprises to succeed in competitive areas if they align their capabilities with governmental needs in technical service provisions.

## Notice

VMware by Broadcom to provide migration of OpNET hubs and associated applications on the Black classification network, consisting of; Pre-Production - 147 VMs and production circa 180 VMs.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f556d09-5812-4439-9cdd-1cd2cd9ee099 |
| 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 | 23 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Sep 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £525,072 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £525,072 |
| 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 | BOXXE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356300 - Technical support services

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2025 at 12:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f556d09-5812-4439-9cdd-1cd2cd9ee099

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f556d09-5812-4439-9cdd-1cd2cd9ee099
  23rd September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/12a2785d-b1e4-4540-83d7-fbfb67bc7ae2

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