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Open for bidsUnited KingdomServices£2,375,000Add to pipeline

The Provision of OBSIDIAN Support

Ministry of Defence(buyer)

Published
Published 25 June 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 6 January 2027 (55 days left)
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Overview

The Ministry of Defence is seeking a contractor to deliver a 24-month support, maintenance, and training contract for the OBSIDIAN Electronic Surveillance (ES) system. The scope of work encompasses full in-service support, including routine maintenance, break/fix repairs, software and firmware updates, annual trainer recertification, user training, and secure connectivity support. The active tender carries an estimated value of £2,375,000, with submissions accepted until 6 January 2027.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Services
Estimated value
£2,375,000
Procedure
Open procedure
Rules
Procurement Act 2023
SME suitable
Yes
Published
25 June 2026
Questions by
6 November 2026
Deadline
6 January 2027
Classification (CPV)
Military defence services

Competition and scoring criteria

Expected competition

4

Median bids on comparable tenders

Open and restricted tenders in Administration, defence and social security services drew a median of 4 bids over the last 24 months; 18% received only one.

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Market context

Typical award in Administration, defence and social security services

£288,652

Median of 1,330 awards in the last 24 months

Ministry of Defence in the last 12 months

219

contracts awarded, worth £862,570,179 in total

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Notice history

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  1. Contract Notice

    26 October 2026

  2. Planning Update

    1 October 2026

  3. Prior Information Notice

    25 June 2026

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