Scope
Reference
DDAI024B
Description
The Authority requires support to integrate and maintain Google Cloud Platform (GCP) edge, storage, and compute capabilities. Under this contract, the supplier will deliver full integration of workloads into the Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) application, along with all associated architectural documentation, software engineering, and automation.
This contract will enable key Army objectives and exercises scheduled over the coming year.
The requirement underpins the Army’s need to develop a next‑generation, deployable edge compute and storage capability operating at SECRET. This capability must integrate with the Hyperscale Cloud Solution (HCS) and host mission‑critical decision‑support and targeting workloads within contested environments. It is essential for demonstrating credible readiness and deterrence, as well as reducing risk to future delivery decisions through controlled deployment, testing, and evaluation of a secure edge architecture.
As the requirement aligns with the Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) Appliance, the service will be delivered by British Telecommunications plc (BT), which holds exclusive rights to provide this capability.
This is exclusively a Professional Services Contract.
Contract 1. Integration and Maintenance of Air‑Gapped Devices
Supplier
Contract value
- £3,700,000 excluding VAT
- £4,440,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Earliest date the contract will be signed
25 March 2026
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027
- 1 year
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73426000 - Development of military electronic systems
- 73436000 - Test and evaluation of military electronic systems
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Special regime
Defence and security
Direct award justification
- Prototypes and development
- Single supplier - intellectual property or exclusive rights
- Defence and security - necessary to enhance or maintain operational capability, effectiveness, readiness for action, safety or security of the armed forces
PA23 – S5, P2 (“Prototype and Development”). This contract is for a professional service to a Supplier who possesses exclusive rights for the service. This contract will be used to test the suitability of both the service provided, and of the hardware managed throughout. Further, the service provided under this contract should be considered a minimum level of experimentation / study. The activity is undertaken to inform future delivery decisions and does not constitute full scale rollout
PA23 – S5, P5, (a) (“Single Supplier – Exclusive Rights”). Due to the Suppliers possession of exclusive rights granted by the owner of the hardware, only the chosen Supplier can provide this service. No reasonable alternative exists that can meet the requirement without unacceptable risk(s) to schedule, safety or delivery outcomes.
PA23 – S5, P20, (“Defence and Security”). The contract is a Defence Authority Contract and must be awarded directly to enhance operational capability, readiness, safety and security of the armed forces. The requirement involves sensitive systems, classified infrastructure and access to SECRET level environments. Further, the requirement is deemed the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and does not reflect any further roll out or comittment.
Supplier
BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY
- Companies House: 01800000
1 Braham Street
London
E1 8EE
United Kingdom
Email: luke.morgan143@mod.gov.uk
Region: UKI42 - Tower Hamlets
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. Integration and Maintenance of Air‑Gapped Devices
Contracting authority
Ministry of Defence
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHVX-4316-ZVGZ
MOD Corsham, Building 405, B2, Westwells Road,
Corsham
SN13 9NR
United Kingdom
Contact name: Commercial Lead
Email: luke.morgan143@mod.gov.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
Region: UKK15 - Wiltshire CC
Organisation type: Public authority - central government