Contracting with the MoD

The Ministry of Defence buys more than any other Government Department, however recent research suggests ‘Defence spending is likely to be hit as the Government tightens its belt after the banking bail-out' (Telegraph Media Group Limited 2009).Therefore it has become particularly important to make the most of the opportunities and risks. Doing business with such a complex organisation is far from straightforward, but is made much easier if you know your way round the system and have knowledge of the rules to be followed.

In recent years the acquisition system of the MoD has been transformed by the introduction of the methodology known as Smart Acquisition. At the same time the conditions of contract which it employs have undergone a major transformation, both to bring them into line with modern commercial practice and to allow for the information technology revolution. Smart Acquisition emphasises mutual trust and team working, so you need to be able to match the skills of your counterparts in the MoD.

This seminar has been designed to help you understand the Smart Acquisition System, the structure of integrated project teams it has introduced and the conditions of contract currently employed. It is presented by speakers who have experience of contracting with the MoD from both the MoD and its contractors.