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GSG-Cyber Penetration Testing (GCASE)

CABINET OFFICE

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17 Sep 2025 at 14:55

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "GSG-Cyber Penetration Testing (GCASE)" was commissioned by the Cabinet Office in London, England. It falls under the industry category of Information systems and servers, with a focus on services. The procurement used a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement and has moved through to the award update stage. The tender process concluded with the award being published on 8th November 2023, and the contract spans from 16th October 2023 to 31st March 2026. The project's estimated value is £556,000, and it is specifically suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses within the cyber security and information systems sectors, particularly those capable of providing penetration testing services. SMEs with expertise in governmental assurance programmes would find themselves well-positioned to compete, as demonstrated by the successful award to Pen Test Partners. Being part of a governmental framework agreement not only enhances a company's portfolio but also provides a stable avenue for future business, helping firms establish themselves as trusted partners in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

GSG-Cyber Penetration Testing (GCASE)

Notice Description

GBEST & GCASE are two cyber penetration tests offered by GSRT. They form part of the Government's overall assurance programme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-65f3e063-31dc-4e2e-a94d-2bda7bf62f0c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c3bb768-d8fb-4628-a3cf-5c21e5b52779
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48800000 - Information systems and servers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£556,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£556,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Sep 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 20232 years ago
Contract Period
15 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 2026 2-3 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
CABINET OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialsbu@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AS
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

PEN TEST PARTNERS

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