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Independent Assurance Review for DCMS Cyber Security

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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11 Oct 2024 at 09:12

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has conducted a procurement process titled "Independent Assurance Review for DCMS Cyber Security." This process falls under the industry category of IT services with a focus on consulting, software development, internet, and support (CPV code: 72000000). The contract value is £28,250, and the service delivery location is London (SW1A 2BQ). The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The key dates include the tender period ending on 31st May 2024, the contract commencement on 23rd September 2024, and the project completion on 1st November 2024. This procurement has now reached the awarding stage, with the award confirmed on 19th September 2024.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in cyber security assurance services. It is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to the suitability criteria laid out by the DCMS. Companies that can provide a robust and objective assessment of cyber resilience for critical systems will find this contract strategically beneficial. As the awarded contract goes to Actica Consulting Ltd, an SME located in Guildford, this procurement reinforces the importance of independence and expertise in the cyber security domain.

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Notice Title

Independent Assurance Review for DCMS Cyber Security

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport requires a supplier to provide an independent assurance review of DCMS cyber security, enabling DCMS to accurately and objectively assess its level of cyber resilience for critical systems.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4561ccd4-a59e-4237-980b-329e38a1ce03
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2cb40e33-83e1-4318-aa3d-74ab980061b5
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£28,250 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,250 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
22 Sep 2024 - 1 Nov 2024 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
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
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

ACTICA CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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