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prj_3902 - WP 2 Private Capture the Flag Evaluations

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02 Oct 2025 at 14:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has recently completed the procurement process for a project entitled "prj_3902 - WP 2 Private Capture the Flag Evaluations." The contract, classified under the surveillance system industry category, aims to design and build Capture the Flag (CTF) evaluations to test AI models’ capabilities in executing cyber-attacks. This contract, valued at £545,000, was awarded to Rethinks Priorities. The procurement process was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract commenced on 3rd December 2024 and is set to conclude on 30th September 2025, with services required across various locations, including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom.

This project presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in AI and cybersecurity, particularly those capable of designing complex evaluation systems. Small and medium enterprises, as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises, are encouraged to engage with such tenders, as DSIT values their participation. Companies specialising in AI model evaluation and attack simulations would find this project particularly fitting, enabling them to showcase their advanced capabilities while contributing to the enhancement of cybersecurity strategies. Engaging in such contracts not only provides substantial financial prospects but also enhances reputation and expertise in the burgeoning field of AI-based cybersecurity.

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Notice Title

prj_3902 - WP 2 Private Capture the Flag Evaluations

Notice Description

Capture the Flag Evaluations are a useful automated method of testing AI models' capabilities in executing cyber-attacks. The team requires the design and building of CTF evaluations that specifically assess the individual capabilities an AI-model would need to exhibit to conduct an offensive cyber-attack

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-20b55ba9-0cfd-4f3b-bb40-d5854d9e4f37
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0468b10c-a01c-41d7-a939-7dea31c20531
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

35125000 - Surveillance system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£545,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£545,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
3 Dec 2024 - 30 Sep 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DSIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RETHINKS PRIORITIES

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