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Supply of a Penetration Testing Service

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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04 Mar 2026 at 15:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Department for Business and Trade has reached the awarding stage. The contract is titled "Supply of a Penetration Testing Service" and is classified under "Computer audit and testing services", with delivery expected in London, United Kingdom. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period runs from 14th February 2026 to 13th February 2028, with the award status active from 11th February 2026. With a total value of £100,000, the process has been concluded with the award to Salus Digital Security Limited.

This tender provides opportunities for businesses specialising in computer audit and testing services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are looking to expand their operations with government contracts. With the need for penetration testing and security solutions, companies within the cybersecurity industry could benefit significantly, as they could build stronger relationships with government agencies and expand their portfolio within the public sector. Such contracts offer SMEs a significant chance for visibility and growth within the UK market.

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Notice Title

Supply of a Penetration Testing Service

Notice Description

Supply of a Penetration Testing Service

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1baa21e4-6fb7-4401-bb5a-fe737406c230
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/404404a1-178d-48ba-a7af-798c53ba01da
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72800000 - Computer audit and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
14 Feb 2026 - 13 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SALUS DIGITAL SECURITY

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