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title: "5th Generation (5G) Communication Discovery Assistance"
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# 5th Generation (5G) Communication Discovery Assistance

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-da183914-c6ad-4ce5-87ba-d884011df52b

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## Summary

The contract titled "5th Generation (5G) Communication Discovery Assistance" was awarded by the MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, focusing on IT services such as consulting, software development, and internet support. This procurement was conducted using a selective method, as a call-off from a framework agreement, and is classified under CPV code 72000000. The contract commenced on 21st December 2020 and is set to conclude on 9th April 2021. The award notification was published on 28th January 2021, following the tender period that ended on 20th December 2020, with the delivery location specified as Corsham, England.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in 5G technologies and communications. Businesses of varying sizes could consider competing, although the awarding authority has indicated that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may not be well-suited for this contract. Companies capable of delivering sophisticated IT solutions and services may find strategic advantages in engaging with the MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, a major player in government contracting.

## Notice

5th Generation (5G) Communication Discovery Assistance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52166a66-9799-4b7b-8450-1b77eff9cb70 |
| 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 | 28 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 21 Dec 2020 - 9 Apr 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £110,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £110,000 |
| 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 | CORSHAM |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN13 9GB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Corsham Without |
| Westminster constituency | Chippenham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ADVALUS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 28 Jan 2021 at 08:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52166a66-9799-4b7b-8450-1b77eff9cb70

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52166a66-9799-4b7b-8450-1b77eff9cb70
  28th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3774a25e-b6b1-49ff-ae57-89b97d1316d0

## Provenance

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