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GDS Strategic IT and Security Delivery Partner

DSIT

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07 Apr 2026 at 09:23

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Summary of the contracting process

The Government Digital Service (GDS), under the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), completed a procurement process for a strategic IT and security delivery partner to enhance their digital infrastructure and security capabilities. This contract, awarded on 7th April 2026 to Made Tech Limited, is valued at £19,000,000 and was conducted via a selective procurement method through CCS Framework RM6100 lot 2. The contract period spans from 1st April 2026 to 30th March 2029, covering regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and the British Overseas Territories, with the main procurement category being services classified under CPV 71356000 - Technical services.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for large-scale enterprises specialising in IT and security services, particularly those capable of overseeing complex supply chains. Companies with expertise in developing and integrating secure, innovative technology solutions can leverage this opportunity to collaborate with GDS, thereby enhancing their portfolio and market position. The contract’s focus on reducing cyber risk and enhancing technology integration presents a lucrative prospect for businesses aiming to contribute significantly to governmental technological advancements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GDS Strategic IT and Security Delivery Partner

Notice Description

The Government Digital Service (GDS), a directorate of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT,) is seeking a strategic IT and security delivery partner, overseeing a supply chain, to lead and integrate programme delivery towards the next generation of technology for GDS staff. This procurement via CCS Framework RM6100 lot 2 enhances the resilience of GDS's digital posture and aligns with strategic priorities, ensuring that new applications are protected and secure. Benefits include increased collaboration and productivity gains for users of GDS technologies, and wider security benefits, reducing the overall cyber risk exposure for the organisation. Increasing the capabilities of the SOC will reduce the risks of cyber-attacks resulting in data breaches.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-409ba359-9be6-4f92-be6e-830869137d7a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5ad7c7da-f10c-4143-a1d7-5d1f125239d8
Current Stage
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71356000 - Technical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£19,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£19,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 2-3 years
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
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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

MADE TECH

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