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Cyber Security Capability Services

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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11 Feb 2026 at 13:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade has concluded the procurement process for the "Cyber Security Capability Services" contract, awarded to Actica Consulting. This contract aims to bolster digital security and resilience in line with GDS and NCSC standards, focusing on software programming and consultancy services throughout the UK and beyond. The procurement, falling under the industry category of computer support and consultancy services, was conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement and commenced on 26th January 2026, lasting until 25th January 2030. The process was selective, prioritising SMEs, and the award publication date was 11th February 2026, marking its completion.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for SMEs engaged in cyber security, software programming, and consultancy services. Actica Consulting's role in delivering expert solutions for secure architecture and risk assurance demonstrates the potential for similar businesses to collaborate on public sector projects, enhancing security infrastructure. The expansive geographical coverage, including areas within the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, and Europe, offers a broad scope for businesses to expand their operations internationally while fulfilling essential governmental cybersecurity needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cyber Security Capability Services

Notice Description

This Call-Off Contract enables the Department for Business and Trade ("DBT") to access cyber security specialists and services to support secure digital transformation and resilience across departmental programmes. The Supplier will deliver capability aligned with GDS and NCSC standards, including Microsoft and cloud engineering, risk assurance, and secure architecture.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ece449af-044a-4428-a818-284ba1cbd04c
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 25 Jan 2030 4-5 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
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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