Application Characterisation of JTS 4.0

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Why the Work is Being Done Defence Targeting Toolset (DTT) is a software application being delivered for use by UK targeteers at strategic, operational and tactical levels. Existing software applications have been assessed and found not to meet the DTT Key User Requirements. A new version of Joint Targeting System (JTS 4.0) has recently been developed and there is a requirement to assess what degree of UK targeting policy is met by the application to inform future development decisons affecting DTT. Problem to Be Solved There is a lack of understanding concerning how much of the UK's policy on targeting (JSP 900) and the Targeting process is met by the capabilities offered by JTS 4.0. A detailed analysis of the application measured agains UK targeting doctrine and policy is required in order to inform future targeting application development decisions. Who Are the Users As a UK targeteer at the Strategic, operational and tactical levels, I need to know if I can perform all aspects of the UK's targeting process in accordance with JSP 900 and the Tactical Targeting Process using JTS 4.0 so that I can make an informed decision on whether JTS 4.0 meets my targeting needs better that the defence targeting Toolset (DTT). Early Market Engagement Early market engagement has been conducted with a supplier who has already conducted an application study of JTS version 3.0 using the Application Characterisation Framework (ACF). This study identified large elements of UK Targeting Policy which were already being supported but also areas where the application was non-compliant. The early Market Engagement also revealed that much of this requirement has been met by the sudy into JTS version 3.0 and that what is required now is an additional uplift to identify the increase in capability offered by JTS version 4.0 - ideally within the existing ACF construct. Work Already Done A study into the targeting capability delivered by JTS 3.0 has already been conducted within the Application Characterisation Framework (ACF). An uplift to this work is now required to assess the increased capabilities delivered by the new version. Existing Team The supplier will be working with the Application Services and Dev Ops Tower (ASDT) within ISS. Current Phase Beta Work Location The work does not need to be conducted in any specific location as long as the results are made available to the demander at their location in MOD Corsham. Working Arrangments This work can be conducted at a location of the suppliers choice where they have the facilities to conduct the study. There will be a requirement for occassional face to face meetings with the demander although this will be rare. There will not be any provision to provide expenses to the supplier. Security Clearance Suppliers will need to hold an active SC in order to conduct this work. Additional T&Cs Skills & Experience Have experience of conducting application characterisation studies. Have experience of conducting software capability assessments. Be familiar with conducting architectural assessments and traceability studies. Be familiar with UK military doctrine. Have experience of caracterising NATO applications. Be able to gain access to JTS 4.0 in order to conduct an assessment against JSP 900 and UK Targeting Process. Nice to Haves Demonstrate previous experience of characterisation or assessment of JTS 3.0. Demonstrate knowledge of UK targeting doctrine (JSP 900). Demonstrate a clear methodology for evidencing application compliance with UK doctrine. No. of Suppliers to Evaluate 3 Proposal Criteria How well the proposed solution meets the requirement. Approach and methodology. Estimated timeframes for the work. Cultural Fit Criteria Demonstrate a collegiate approach to working. Be flexible and pragmatic in delivering the best solution possible. Payment Approach Fixed price Assessment Method Written proposal Evaluation Weighting Technical competence 75% Cultural fit 5% Price 20% Questions from Suppliers Budget range the maximum amount available to support this task is £60,000.00 inclusive of vat.