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title: "Provision of digital skills Licences to enable the development and growth of digital skills across the MOD."
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# Provision of digital skills Licences to enable the development and growth of digital skills across the MOD.

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ac7a6903-0114-442b-93d3-bd85969dd373

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has awarded a contract titled "Provision of digital skills Licences to enable the development and growth of digital skills across the MoD," focusing on IT services such as consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This contract falls under the CPV classification 72000000, encompassing a wide range of IT-related services. The procurement process was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically under G Cloud 14. The supplier, Skillsoft UK Ltd, has been chosen to commence the contract on 1st August 2025, which will run until 31st July 2028. This tender has reached the award stage as indicated by the publication on 14th August 2025. The MoD operates from Whitehall, London, aiming to build digital skills through cloud software licenses and support, with a total contract value of GBP 5,436,000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the IT consultancy and software development sectors, as it focuses on enhancing the digital skills infrastructure within the MoD. Companies specialising in IT services, cloud software, and digital transformation strategies are well-suited to engage in similar future procurement opportunities. The emphasis on digital growth within a major government department like the MoD highlights the potential for businesses to collaborate on projects that require robust technology solutions and strategic consultancy. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged, given the procurement's suitability criteria, offering a chance for them to showcase innovation and flexibility in delivering advanced IT services.

## Notice

Provision of cloud software licences and support to enable the development and growth of digital skills across the MOD via G cloud.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c55c19cb-6972-4b0b-9b7a-12cda8d362a0 |
| 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 | 14 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,436,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £5,436,000 |
| 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 | SKILLSOFT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72100000 - Hardware consultancy services
- 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services
- 72210000 - Programming services of packaged software products
- 72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services
- 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services
- 72222000 - Information systems or technology strategic review and planning services
- 72222100 - Information systems or technology strategic review services
- 72222200 - Information systems or technology planning services
- 72222300 - Information technology services
- 72223000 - Information technology requirements review services
- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services
- 72225000 - System quality assurance assessment and review services
- 72226000 - System software acceptance testing consultancy services
- 72227000 - Software integration consultancy services
- 72228000 - Hardware integration consultancy services
- 72230000 - Custom software development services
- 72240000 - Systems analysis and programming services
- 72250000 - System and support services
- 72260000 - Software-related services
- 72300000 - Data services
- 72400000 - Internet services
- 72500000 - Computer-related services
- 72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services
- 72700000 - Computer network services
- 72800000 - Computer audit and testing services
- 72900000 - Computer back-up and catalogue conversion services

## Release History

- 14 Aug 2025 at 15:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c55c19cb-6972-4b0b-9b7a-12cda8d362a0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c55c19cb-6972-4b0b-9b7a-12cda8d362a0
  14th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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