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title: "Appivate - Application Software"
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# Appivate - Application Software

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ec12ffde-8389-40e1-80f4-70a315021c50

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for application software, titled "Appivate - Application Software", under CPV classification 72000000 for IT services, consulting, software development, internet, and support. The procurement was conducted using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. Located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, the contract's award was announced on 16th February 2026, with the contract starting on 2nd February 2026 and extending until 31st March 2029. The procurement stage is the award, signifying competition completion, with PA Consulting Ltd securing the contract valued at £90,000,000.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for large businesses specialising in IT services. With the Ministry of Defence as the buying organisation, the contract demands expertise in software development and consultancy. Companies capable of fulfilling complex requirements in the IT sector will find this opportunity particularly advantageous, as it offers significant financial growth potential over a three-year period. The engagement with a major public sector body like the Ministry of Defence could facilitate increased visibility and future collaboration prospects within government circles. However, smaller SMEs and VCSEs may find this tender challenging due to the scale and specific requirements outlined.

## Notice

Contract Award Notice

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3575b6db-6453-470c-86e9-41b68217d643 |
| 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 | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £90,000,000 |
| 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 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 | PA 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

- 16 Feb 2026 at 16:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3575b6db-6453-470c-86e9-41b68217d643

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3575b6db-6453-470c-86e9-41b68217d643
  16th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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