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<p>The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has a responsibility to procure the right capability
for our Armed Forces and to ensure value for money for the taxpayer in the goods and
services that we buy, regardless of the company's size.</p><p> </p><p>We are clear
that international competition is at the heart of our approach. This allows our Armed
Forces to secure the best equipment from an open, global marketplace to meet evolving
threats. We also recognise, however, that defence procurement needs to protect UK
freedom of action and operational advantage. These strategic considerations shape
our procurement strategies. Our refreshed Industrial Policy sets out the basis on
which we will develop specific sector approaches to protect national security.</p><p>
</p><p>There is no single MOD procurement scorecard. Once we have launched a commercial
competition, the MOD considers a wide range of factors when awarding our contracts
to obtain the best value for money outcome for defence and the taxpayer.</p>
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