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Open Source Intelligence cyber and forensics platform

FCA

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06 Feb 2026 at 18:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has completed a procurement process under the title "Open Source Intelligence Cyber and Forensics Platform," which falls within the IT services industry category. This procurement, conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, focuses on goods essential for enhancing cyber capabilities. Located in London, United Kingdom, the procurement process reached the award stage, with key dates marking the contract period from 31st July 2025 to 30th July 2026. The total contract value is £63,329.29, with the award notice published on 6th February 2026.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity, particularly for large businesses skilled in IT consultancy, software development, and internet support services. Although not specifically aimed at SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with capabilities to deliver advanced cyber intelligence and forensics solutions could leverage this contract to expand their portfolio and establish a solid foothold within governmental cybersecurity projects. The award to SOFTCAT LTD, a large-scale supplier, underscores the need for significant expertise and resources to fulfil the project requirements successfully.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Open Source Intelligence cyber and forensics platform

Notice Description

Open Source Intelligence cyber and forensics platform

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-78fc6742-b829-40fd-af0c-aa2d0ec7f7f3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62cda4e4-e2bc-47d5-8f3f-bc0c133138e1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£63,329 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jul 2025 - 30 Jul 2026 6-12 months
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
FCA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT LTD - FCA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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