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vCISO Support Service

HM TREASURY

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17 Sep 2025 at 08:44

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18 Sep 2023 at 09:13

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by HM Treasury involves the provision of a vCISO Support Service, focusing on cyber security strategies delivered through a virtual Chief Information Security Officer. The procurement falls under the IT services industry category and is conducted within the United Kingdom. The process is at the Award stage and was finalised with an award dated 15 September 2023. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total contract value of £236,250. The award period spans from 18 September 2023 to 17 December 2025, providing comprehensive support throughout this timeline.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT consultancy, particularly those capable of offering cyber security solutions. It is particularly suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as indicated by the suitability criteria of the tender. Participating in such projects could aid in business growth through expanded service portfolios and enhanced credibility in delivering high-impact cyber security services. Companies with a strong focus on digital security, strategic IT management, and compliance advisory services would find this contract appealing for building long-term engagements with prominent governmental organisations like HM Treasury.

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Notice Title

vCISO Support Service

Notice Description

Cyber security strategy, policy, process and controls advice delivered via a virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) Service.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3b9818d7-3219-493a-ae17-e4720ff8056f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b815e0b-914d-4cec-bdd7-eecd36d7ee28
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£236,250 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£26,250 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Sep 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Sep 20232 years ago
Contract Period
17 Sep 2023 - 17 Dec 2023 1-6 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
HM TREASURY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tbscommercialteam@hmtreasury.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HQ
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

LITTLE FISH (UK

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