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Red Team Exercise

HOME OFFICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office is seeking to enhance its security measures through a completed tender titled "Red Team Exercise," within the industry category of Computer Network Services (CPV 72700000) and additional classification of Investigation and Security Services (CPV 79700000). The contract is characterised by testing security defences in a real-life scenario. This procurement involved a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total value of GBP 63,900. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 20 February 2025, the contract start on 21 February 2025, and completion by 28 March 2025. The geographical scope for delivery includes the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in cybersecurity and network services. SMEs may find this contract particularly beneficial due to the suitability criteria favouring such businesses. Engaging in this project allows firms to showcase their capabilities in a high-stake security environment, potentially leading to further contracts with governmental agencies. Companies like QinetiQ Limited, the awarded supplier, demonstrate that those with strong reputations and capabilities in the field are well-positioned to compete and succeed in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

Red Team Exercise

Notice Description

To test security defences and identify security weaknesses in a real-life test / attack scenario.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9f3c1e7b-674d-4a64-a783-632bb2477f3d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9808c758-0189-4f81-9dd4-0521aaea6305
Current Stage
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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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

72700000 - Computer network services

79700000 - Investigation and security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£63,900 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£63,900 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
21 Feb 2025 - 28 Mar 2025 1-6 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
HOME OFFICE
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

QINETIQ

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