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Fraud Prevention Centre - Security

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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08 Sep 2025 at 09:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process led by H M Revenue & Customs, based in London, concluded with the awarding of a contract titled "Fraud Prevention Centre - Security". This procurement, under the industry category of IT services, consulting, software development, Internet and support, was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £960,000, will run from 22nd August 2025 to 31st March 2026. The tender period ended on 21st August 2025, and the contract was officially awarded on 22nd August 2025 to Ernst & Young Limited. The procurement stage is complete with the award status marked as active, ensuring timely inception of services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating within the IT services sector, particularly those experienced in consulting and software development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could find this contract advantageous due to the specified suitability of such businesses in the tender details. The focus on fraud prevention alongside IT consultancy and support services implies that companies with expertise in these areas will be well-positioned to benefit and potentially expand their service offerings within the government sector as partners in similar future procurements. This growth potential is particularly relevant for businesses seeking to establish or expand their footprint in public sector procurements in the United Kingdom. Additionally, engagement in such contracts can enhance a firm's reputation and open further opportunities for collaboration with major entities like H M Revenue & Customs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fraud Prevention Centre - Security

Notice Description

Call off contract to support the development of HMRC's Fraud Prevention strategy.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-846c4e52-cd0d-4026-a519-1eb0c7860212
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ad56f94-7d9c-4984-93a7-e9f52a9c02ad
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
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
£960,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£960,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
25 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 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
H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SS99 1AA
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Southend East and Rochford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERNST & YOUNG

Further Information

Notice Documents

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