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CP2744-25 Cyber Security & Data Protection Training Service

DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL

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04 Feb 2026 at 08:38

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, conducted by Devon County Council, involved the awarding of a contract for a Cyber Security & Data Protection Training Service. The training service aims to enhance cyber security awareness, deliver mandatory training, and run phishing simulations for council staff. Classified under the industry category of Software package and information systems, this procurement was in the 'Award' stage as of 4th February 2026, with significant dates including the contract period starting on 5th February 2026 and concluding on 4th February 2029. The procurement's total value, should the 12-month extension be exercised, stands at £168,740, and it is targeted towards SMEs and VCSEs. Activities will primarily be based in the South West of the United Kingdom.

This tender offers notable opportunities for businesses involved in providing cyber security and data protection solutions, particularly those specialising in training and awareness platforms. Companies capable of delivering comprehensive security training and implementation services, especially Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), are well-positioned to compete. The procurement was processed through a direct call-off from the Crown Commercial Services Digital Marketplace, GCloud 14, Cloud Software, showcasing the council's commitment to leveraging digital platforms for efficient service delivery. As evidenced by the award, involving MetaCompliance Ltd, businesses within this sector could significantly benefit by enhancing their bids for similar opportunities in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

CP2744-25 Cyber Security & Data Protection Training Service

Notice Description

Devon County Council require a Cyber Security and Data Protection training and awareness platform. The solution will all the council to deliver awareness materials, mandatory training, policies, surveys and phishing simulation to all DCC staff. Additional information: The awarded contract value for the initial term is PS126,555. If 1 x 12 month extension is taken the overall value will be PS168,740

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-782ed234-2f13-467f-b690-f24a7c738155
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e8e9853-b1b9-4e9e-baf8-418d97aad83f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£126,555 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£168,740 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
5 Feb 2026 - 4 Feb 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
DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX2 4QD
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Newtown and St Leonard's
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

METACOMPLIANCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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