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DFU Digital Forensic Capability on behalf of NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA)

N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES

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12 Mar 2026 at 14:02

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "DFU Digital Forensic Capability on behalf of NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA)" has reached the award stage, with the contract successfully awarded to CDW Limited as of 12 March 2026. The NHS Shared Business Services, located in London, England, is the buying organisation responsible for this selective procurement method, which involved a call-off from a framework agreement. The industry category is centred around compliance software packages, specifically addressing digital forensic capability gaps such as Mobile Device Examination and Cloud Acquisition. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 25 February 2026 and the contract period beginning on 31 March 2026 and concluding on 30 March 2029. The procurement emphasises suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs in the compliance software sector specialising in digital forensic technologies. It could be a lucrative venture for companies providing advanced technological solutions in forensic tools and equipment, with the potential for accreditation under NHS Counter Fraud Authority auspices. Businesses adept at Mobile Device Examination and Cloud Acquisition would find this contract particularly beneficial due to its strategic focus on enhancing NHS forensic capabilities. The awarded contract value stands at £93,108.66, offering financial scope for investment in progressive forensic tools tailored to the needs outlined by NHS Shared Business Services.

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Notice Title

DFU Digital Forensic Capability on behalf of NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA)

Notice Description

The NHSCFA's Digital Forensic Capability solution for implementation and eventual accreditation of various forensic tools and equipment to address capability gaps such as Mobile Device Examination and Cloud Acquisition.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/081a7d08-8d3a-4ae6-b620-52865fea6153
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48170000 - Compliance software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£93,108 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£93,108 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Mar 20264 days ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 3-4 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
N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CDW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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