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However, it is possible that the ‘current service providers will engage with other suppliers that may be able to supply the goods, services or works required, at sub-contract level, should they or the Authority deem it necessary to engage them.\nAll registered suppliers shall be kept informed of the engagement via email and when necessary, briefings conducted via Teams or at Defence Events (e.g. DSEI). The Authority anticipates holding a Teams briefing to update to registered suppliers on the programme, later in 2025. \nThe Authority will also provide registered suppliers a briefing pack that provides more detail on the Authority’s strategic positions on LIOS that it will use as the start point for the engagement with the ‘current service providers. 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