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con_27825-IT Health Check Services

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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12 Aug 2025 at 13:44

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has successfully completed an award for the contract titled "con_27825-IT Health Check Services," aimed at bolstering the security of its digital infrastructure through IT Health Check (ITHC) and Penetration Testing services. This procurement process, classified under the CPV code 72000000 for IT services, was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract covers a significant geographical scope, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom, with a total value of £2,000,000 GBP. The contract was awarded on 9th July 2025 and spans from 14th July 2025 to 14th July 2027. The procurement stage is tagged as an award, indicating that the contract process has reached its completion.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the IT security sector, particularly those experienced in providing consulting, software development, and support services. SMEs, like Forfend Information Security Limited, which has been awarded this contract, are particularly well-suited to benefit from these opportunities. Companies with capabilities in offering comprehensive IT testing and security solutions across diverse regions, including the entire UK and beyond, are ideally positioned to leverage such government contracts for expanding their market presence and driving business growth.

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Notice Title

con_27825-IT Health Check Services

Notice Description

This contract will deliver comprehensive IT Health Check (ITHC) and Penetration Testing services to strengthen the security of the Department for Education's digital infrastructure.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0774d516-eed6-427a-80bc-85f47091c3c2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

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
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jul 2025 - 14 Jul 2027 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 EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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

FORFEND INFORMATION SECURITY

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