MINISTRY OF DEFENCE · Awarded contract
Awarded

Supply of Global Network Design Software to the Ministry of Defence

Awarded 05 Jan 2021

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Awarded05 Jan 2021
Value£95,000.00
SupplierAKHTER COMPUTERS LIMITED
AgencyMINISTRY OF DEFENCE
RegionSouth West
CategoryIT & Software
Ended 4y 10mo ago1y term
Awarded 5 Jan 2021Expired 5 Jan 2022

About

The Ministry of Defence awarded a contract to Akhter Computers Limited for the supply of a global network design software package.

The software is intended to provide a planning, modelling, and simulation capability as part of the Defence Support Chain Operations and Movements (DSCOM) Transformation programme.

DSCOM is a Joint unit within Strategic Command that supports the MoD, PJHQ, and Front Line Commands in the worldwide deployment, sustainment, and recovery of equipment, materiel, and personnel for Defence activity, and serves as the regulating authority for major Defence out-loads and in-loads of the strategic base.

The contract value is £95,000.

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