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Provision of ADS Security Test as a Service (STaaS)

ARMY COMMERCIAL

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19 Dec 2025 at 11:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of ADS Security Test as a Service (STaaS)" has been completed by Army Commercial, based in Andover, England. The contract, valued at GBP 1,530,000, falls under the Computer audit and testing services category and is set to be carried out in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The contract, awarded to NCC Group Security Services Limited, commenced on 15th December 2025 and will conclude on 14th December 2027. The procurement involved a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, highlighting a targeted and efficient approach to sourcing a specialist supplier. The award was finalised as of 19th December 2025.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity for companies specialising in security testing and IT health checks, particularly those with expertise in penetration testing and vulnerability assessments. Businesses that are CHECK Certified and experienced in handling non-LIVE applications would be well-suited to pursue similar contracts. The focus on security assessments of new technologies indicates opportunities for innovative businesses to engage with cutting-edge developments in technology security. While the current contract has been awarded to a large supplier, the suitability criteria suggest that small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may also find similar opportunities in the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of ADS Security Test as a Service (STaaS)

Notice Description

This contract has already been awarded. Army Digital Services (ADS) requires specialist technical support to provide CHECK Certified Code Assisted Security Assessments, IT Health Checks, Product Vulnerability Security Assessments & Penetration Testing on Non-LIVE Applications on both new and in-service Applications and Infrastructure. From time-to-time ADS will also require security assessments and reports on new technologies, e.g. the use of Data Diodes and security validation of the proposed solutions. Additional information: This contract has already been awarded.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e900339-a0f5-4d5e-b7f6-3c7a6e6ec78c
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

72800000 - Computer audit and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,530,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,530,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
15 Dec 2025 - 14 Dec 2027 1-2 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
ARMY COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP11 8HJ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NCC GROUP SECURITY SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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