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title: "Support to Defence Digital's Foundry Enabling Service"
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# Support to Defence Digital's Foundry Enabling Service

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d7f8e4e1-f281-419e-a98f-647051d98af2

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the provision of support to Defence Digital's Foundry Enabling Service to Actica Consulting Ltd. This procurement falls under the industry category of IT services, encompassing consulting, software development, internet, and support, with a total value of £123,140. The selective procurement method was utilised, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement process, which began with the tender stage and concluded with the award stage, was completed on 31st March 2025. The contract commences on 1st April 2025, ending on 1st October 2025, and is based within the South West region, specifically Corsham in England.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses capable of delivering advanced IT consulting services. Particularly, medium to large-scale enterprises specialising in IT services and software development may find this contract suitable given the project's scope and complexity. Although not explicitly suited for SMEs or VCSEs, companies with robust capabilities in providing tailored IT solutions to governmental bodies, such as the Ministry of Defence, could effectively compete in similar opportunities. Engaging in such governmental contracts not only enhances credibility and portfolio diversification but also establishes a strong foothold in the defence sector.

## Notice

CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d119754-5221-4705-91fe-34eff7824d87 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 1 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £123,140 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £123,140 |
| 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 | 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ACTICA CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2025 at 09:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d119754-5221-4705-91fe-34eff7824d87

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d119754-5221-4705-91fe-34eff7824d87
  29th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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