What Happened
Defence And Security Agencies Expand Access To Specialist Tech Services
The Ministry of Defence’s digital services framework, known as DIPS, is set to double in value to £2.9bn and expand to other national security agencies, including the Home Office and Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office. The new arrangement, DIPS 2.0, will commence on 1 September 2027 and will provide access to professional services requirements, enabling the recruitment of digital and IT resources. The framework is expected to be worth £2.9bn over an eight-year term, inclusive of VAT. This development was first reported by PublicTechnology.