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06 May 2026 at 09:27

Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office has completed a selective procurement process for its Security Portfolio Functional Test & Test Engineering Services project, by awarding a contract valued at £50,000,000 to LA International Computer Consultants Limited. This contract, managed under a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, commenced on 1st April 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2029. The services fall under the industry category of system quality assurance assessment and review services, covering regions such as the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, British Overseas Territories, Isle of Man, Europe, and the Rest of the World. The procurement process was in the award update stage as of 6th May 2026, with prior tender stages concluded as of 18th July 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in quality assurance and testing services, especially those equipped to address large-scale projects for public safety initiatives. The procurement is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), encouraging participation within this sector. Companies familiar with the Home Office's operational environment or those that possess the capability to adapt to rigorous and dynamic security project demands may find this contract particularly beneficial. The strategic partnership with a governmental department like the Home Office can enhance reputation, provide long-term business opportunities, and establish substantial market credibility for successful tenderers.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Home Office Security Portfolio Functional Test & Test Engineering Services

Notice Description

The purpose of this notice is to provide details of the contract that has been awarded for the provision of a Quality Assurance and Testing service supporting in-flight and new programmes/projects within the Home Office's Public Safety Group.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-587b4142-2a3c-4272-87da-02388f90bdb0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65c92e2b-1b6c-412a-bacf-653b3813a825
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72225000 - System quality assurance assessment and review services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Home Office
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Postcode Area
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

L.A. International Computer Consultants Limited

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