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Security Accreditation Coordination (SAC)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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18 Nov 2025 at 14:32

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, based in London, has completed the procurement process for "Security Accreditation Coordination (SAC)" services under the "Administration, defence and social security services" category. The tender utilised a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and was in the award stage as of 18th November 2025. The contract, which is valued at £332,560, spans from 11th November 2025 to 31st March 2026. The procurement specifically targeted the London region in the United Kingdom and is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This procurement presents a valuable opportunity for businesses providing expert security support services, particularly those experienced in defence and social security domains. The completion of the procurement process indicates a demand for continued partnerships, making it ideal for SMEs looking to establish or strengthen relationships with the Ministry of Defence. Given the ongoing needs in security support for multiple workstreams, businesses capable of meeting such requirements and adept at working within framework agreements stand to benefit significantly in terms of growth and reputation. Amethyst Risk Management, an SME, has already been awarded this contract, highlighting the applicability and potential for similar enterprises.

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Notice Title

Security Accreditation Coordination (SAC)

Notice Description

Joint Warfare and PJHQ are supporting multiple workstreams that require expert security support.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-af698371-a974-46b9-980c-adc5afa55606
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7302002-e442-4fef-9bdc-0a0521a1031b
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

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£332,560 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£332,560 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
11 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HB
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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMETHYST RISK MANAGEMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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