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title: "Defence Information Services"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2024-08-13"
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# Defence Information Services

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cab5fd0b-b553-455f-bf81-bf8b9b3a2dbd

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Defence Information Services". This tender falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems, with additional classification in IT services, consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The intended delivery location encompasses the entire United Kingdom, specifically targeting regions including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The procurement process involves acquiring a digital experience platform that prioritises secure communication for a broad user base, and the engagement end date is set for 11 September 2024.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in digital platforms, particularly those capable of delivering mobile-first and accessible solutions (WCAG2.1AA compliant). Both on-premise solutions and scalable SaaS or PaaS alternatives that meet security constraints may be considered, supporting a potential user base from 150,000 up to approximately 6 million users. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Businesses capable of presenting a robust capability statement detailing their technological solutions and support can leverage this opportunity for significant business growth.

## Notice

The Ministry of Defence is looking to procure a Digital Experience Platform. The platform needs to provide secure communication capabilities for users to access information necessary for their jobs; collaborate, interact with others and have the ability to create and manage discrete open and closed groups. The platform should be designed mobile-first and must be accessible (WCAG2.1AA). An "on-prem" solution is preferable but SaaS or PaaS solutions will be considered provided they meet geographical security constraints. A user base of 150,000 should be considered the baseline, with the potential for this number to expand up to approximately 6 million users. At this stage the MOD invites suppliers to provide a short capability statement on any technologies, solutions or assistance they can provide in relation to the requirement. Following this, it is expected an industry day will be held where a more detailed requirement will be presented.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f7b1d2b-6483-4fe9-a39d-b235d7bd55c5 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 11 Sep 2024 |
| 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 | 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2024 at 06:53 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f7b1d2b-6483-4fe9-a39d-b235d7bd55c5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f7b1d2b-6483-4fe9-a39d-b235d7bd55c5
  13th August 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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