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<p>The Ministry of Defence is implementing a new Integrated Procurement Model to drive
pace in delivery of military capability to UK forces on the front line, so that we
stay ahead of our adversaries in a fast changing strategic environment.</p><p>A key
feature will be a Defence-wide portfolio to prioritise requirements at the departmental
level to ensure we achieve greater effect from the available budget.</p><p> </p><p>Spiral
development, the delivery of a minimum deployable capability quickly which is then
iterated in the light of experience and advances in technology throughout its in-service
life, will be supported by new commercial pathways to increase speed and value for
money.</p><p> </p><p>As part of a new alliance with industry we will be more transparent
about Defence's future acquisition pipeline to help shape markets, focus R&D efforts
and build resilience into our industrial base.</p><p> </p><p>In addition, the Procurement
Act 2023 will deliver a step change in transparency and openness, with notices mandated
for direct awards and publication requirements extended from planning to termination,
including contract performance. A single central platform for contract data will give
everyone access to certain procurement information, although there will be occasions
when information will be withheld from publication on national security grounds.</p><p>
</p><p> </p><p>Finally, we have reformed the Single Source Contract Regulations which
provide regulatory assurance on value for money where we procure in the absence of
competition. These reforms, which come into effect on 1 April, introduce simplifications
and flexibilities to ensure the Regulations continue to adapt to changes in what we
buy and how we buy it.</p>
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