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Cyber Security Technologist ST1021 Level 4

DEFRA COMMERCIAL

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09 Apr 2026 at 09:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Defra Commercial involves the provision of education and training services under the title "Cyber Security Technologist ST1021 Level 4". This particular contract falls under the industry category of educational and training services, with the contract value amounting to £9,000. The procurement method was a direct, single tender action below threshold. The location for the service delivery is broadly scoped, including the United Kingdom and several international territories. The process is at the awarding stage, with an active status awarded to BPP Professional Education Limited, and the contract period spans from 1st April 2026 to 22nd January 2027.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in cybersecurity education and training to expand their service reach, particularly those that can cater to the British market and beyond. Companies adept in providing bespoke educational solutions or scalable training programmes will find this contract appealing. The suitability indicators specify consideration for SMEs and VCSEs, suggesting that smaller enterprises or socially inclined organisations could compete effectively for similar future opportunities. Engaging with such public contracts can facilitate significant business growth by establishing relationships with governmental bodies and increasing industry credibility.

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Notice Title

Cyber Security Technologist ST1021 Level 4

Notice Description

Cyber Security Technologist ST1021 Level 4

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8125e45d-369d-44b1-ae03-a9e6a5a43600
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a457fcf8-0d50-4580-bdb9-9a7dceefe3de
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 22 Jan 2027 6-12 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
DEFRA COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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

BPP PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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