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PS26016 - The Provision of Third Party Inspections

DESNZ

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27 May 2026 at 08:43

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "PS26016 - The Provision of Third Party Inspections." This procurement is in the industry category of cyber café services and covers locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and globally. The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system and reached the award stage, with the contract awarded on 11th May 2026 and published on 27th May 2026. The contract, valued at £800,000, runs until 30th June 2026.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in cyber security services, to engage with government projects aimed at improving energy security and net-zero objectives. It is ideal for SMEs and VCSEs looking to expand their client base within the public sector. The awarded contract to Actica Consulting Limited highlights the competitive landscape, indicating potential growth areas for companies offering innovative solutions in third-party inspections and related services. Such engagements can enhance a company's portfolio and bolster its reputation within the sector.

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Notice Title

PS26016 - The Provision of Third Party Inspections

Notice Description

****This is an Award Notice, Not a Call for Competition**** Requirement was source via GCA RM3764.3 Cyber Security Services 3 DPS to provide the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero the provision of Third Party Inspections.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-59bd0b68-c82c-4dc2-ac7e-0343220328d7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cef4cfba-1702-42a1-b86c-9ddb05398b8e
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92700000 - Cybercafé services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 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
DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTH STAR AVENUE
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACTICA CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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