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Digital Security, Architectural and Health Check Services

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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07 Apr 2026 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions has concluded a procurement process for "Digital Security, Architectural and Health Check Services," classified under IT services (CPV code: 72000000). This procurement utilised a selective method as a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, fitting the services category with a contract value amounting to £7,250,000. The contract, awarded to Cyber Security Specialists Limited, commenced on 7th April 2026 and will continue until 6th April 2028. Located in London, the buying organisation is seeking expertise in digital security to improve its service delivery. This process has reached the award stage as of 7th April 2026.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses within the IT services industry, particularly those specialising in cybersecurity. It is tailored for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as indicated by its inclusive suitability criteria. Companies with a proven track record in digital security and architectural ICT solutions will find this contract favourable for expanding their portfolio and establishing a robust relationship with a prominent UK governmental body, thereby enhancing their market presence and credibility within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Digital Security, Architectural and Health Check Services

Notice Description

Digital Security, Architectural and Health Check Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a5343c4f-2c8c-4d5e-92d0-cfc9f88494a1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£7,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£7,250,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Apr 2026 - 6 Apr 2028 2-3 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
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
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

CYBER SECURITY SPECIALISTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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