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Safe Underspecification Benchmark Service

DSIT

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04 Nov 2025 at 20:33

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has completed a procurement process for the "Safe Underspecification Benchmark Service" in the category of research services, classified under CPV code 73110000. This procurement was conducted using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the awarding stage finalised. The contract, valued at £426,200, was awarded to Light Horse Consulting Ltd and covers the period from 15th October 2025 to 14th April 2026. The services are to be delivered to the postal code SW1A 2BQ, based in London, United Kingdom. The pertinent details were published on the 4th of November 2025.

This tender offers significant business growth potential, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), given that it was specifically suitable for them. Businesses engaged in research services within the United Kingdom, particularly those with expertise in delivering niche benchmark services, are well-positioned to thrive. SMEs looking to expand their portfolio with public sector contracts can benefit from engaging in such procurement processes, gaining valuable experience and recognition within the public sector framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Safe Underspecification Benchmark Service

Notice Description

The provision of Safe Underspecification Benchmark Service.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3863d176-6f0f-4c2c-93cd-ba66669fe628
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f7d2cc6-abcd-4fb4-8440-118294d71b74
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£426,200 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Oct 20252 months ago
Contract Period
14 Oct 2025 - 14 Apr 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DSIT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
dsit.dttgcbp@dsit.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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

LIGHT HORSE CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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