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Smaller Suppliers Invited to Pitch for 29b UK Defense Tech Framework

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AI-generatedThe UK Government Commercial Agency is developing a new framework (DIPS 2) for security-focused digital and IT services, valued at up to £2.88 billion, to run from 2027 to 2035. The framework aims to increase SME participation and reduce the number of lots. This is a procurement opportunity for defense and tech companies, particularly SMEs, but the commercial mechanism is weak as the tender is not yet published and the framework is years away. No immediate revenue or margin impact is identifiable.
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- UK GCA developing DIPS 2 framework for security-focused digital/IT services
- Framework runs September 2027 to August 2035
- Total possible value £2.88 billion
- Aims to expand participation beyond MoD and 17 large suppliers
- Supplier engagement ends 2023, tender published 2027
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