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All suppliers that express interest must hold valid Security Clearance and will be sent the Conditions for Participation in Market Engagement. This is an in-person event only and will be limited to two delegates per supplier. Indicative dates for the procurements will be shared during the event.
The Next Generation Communication Network (NGCN) programme is hosting an informative market engagement event to share information about the NSI and the pivotal role it has in the successful delivery of the NGCN Programme.
We’ll provide a detailed overview of the NSI requirements to ensure the scope and timelines involved in the delivery of the NSI are understood before the commencement of formal procurement activities.
About NGCN
NGCN is a strategic programme within Defence Digital that will be the foundation for the delivery of a Single Enterprise Network for Defence. It’s responsible for delivering the foundations of a secure, modern, agile and futureproof network to support Defence’s cloud and data ambitions.
The NGCN Programme will transform the way in which Defence Fixed Networks are delivered, moving from the current model to a series of disaggregated services, provided by one or more Managed Service Providers (MSPs). This change will be realised via a phased approach, moving through various transition states, and will require a mix of skills and resources within the Fixed Networks delivery team.
During the event suppliers will have the opportunity to meet the programme and senior management team and find out more about the NGCN capability.
Agenda
| 09:30 | Arrival |
| 10:00 | Introductions and welcome |
| 10:10 |
NGCN | The ambition.
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| 10:30 |
NSI | The detail.
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| 11:00 | Break |
| 11:15 |
NSI | How it all fits together.
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| 11:35 |
NSI | The commercial information.
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| 11:55 | Wrap up |
Fred Sugden
Fred Sugden
Fred is responsible for techUK's activities across the Defence and National Security sectors, working to provide members with access to key stakeholders across the Defence and National Security community. Before taking on the role of Associate Director for Defence and National Security, Fred joined techUK in 2018, working as the Programme Head for Defence at techUK, leading the organisation's engagement with the Ministry of Defence. Before joining techUK, he worked at ADS, the national trade association representing Aerospace, Defence, Security & Space companies in the UK.
Fred is responsible for techUK’s market engagement and policy development activities across the Defence and National Security sectors, working closely with various organisations within the Ministry of Defence, and across the wider National Security and Intelligence community. Fred works closely with many techUK member companies that have an interest in these sectors, and is responsible for the activities of techUK's senior Defence & Security Board. Working closely with techUK's Programme Head for Cyber Security, Fred oversees a broad range of activities for techUK members.
Outside of work, Fred's interests include football (a Watford FC fan) and skiing.
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- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 07985 234 170
Jeremy Wimble
Jeremy Wimble
Jeremy manages techUK's defence programme, helping the UK's defence technology sector align itself with the Ministry of Defence - including Defence Digital, DE&S, innovation units and Frontline Commands - through a broad range of activities including private briefings and early market engagement events. It also supports the MOD as it procures new digital technologies.
Prior to joining techUK, from 2016-2024 Jeremy was International Security Programme Manager at the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) coordinating research and impact activities for funders including the FCDO and US Department of Defense, as well as business development and strategy.
Jeremy has a MA in International Relations from the University of Birmingham and a BA (Hons) in Politics & Social Policy from Swansea University.
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- [email protected]
Tracy Modha
Tracy Modha
Tracy supports the marketing of several areas at techUK, including Cyber Exchange, Central Government, Cyber Resilience, Defence, Education, Health and Social Care, Justice and Emergency Services, Local Public Services, Nations and Regions and National Security.
Tracy joined techUK in March 2022, having worked in the education sector for 19 years, covering administration, research project support, IT support and event/training support. My most outstanding achievement has been running three very successful international conferences and over 300 training courses booked all over the globe!
Tracy has a great interest in tech. Gaming and computing have been a big part of her life, and now electric cars are an exciting look at the future. She has warmed to Alexa, even though it can sometimes be sassy!
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- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 02073312000
- Website:
- www.techuk.org
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracymodha83
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