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WP2289 - DNS Check (Basic Monitoring)

DSIT

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14 Apr 2026 at 11:22

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has awarded a contract titled "WP2289 - DNS Check (Basic Monitoring)" for DNS monitoring services, aimed at identifying misconfigurations and security vulnerabilities across public sector domain names. This procurement falls under the software-related services category and was conducted through a competitive framework using G Cloud 14. The contract was awarded on September 25, 2025, and is scheduled to run from November 1, 2025, to October 31, 2028. It involves a selective procurement method and is valued at £828,000. The service will be applicable across various locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for SMEs, as the procurement process is suited to those demonstrating capabilities in software services and digital security. Businesses focusing on technology solutions for government digital services will find this contract advantageous for expanding their portfolio and increasing market presence. As the awarded tender involves a framework agreement, organisations within similar frameworks might consider leveraging existing relationships to further penetrate this market segment. The opportunity for growth here includes government exposure and a sustained contract period conducive to developing a comprehensive service offering. DSIT's involvement underscores an emphasis on technological innovation and security, aligning well with firms specialising in these sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WP2289 - DNS Check (Basic Monitoring)

Notice Description

This contract covers the provision of DNS monitoring services for the DNS Check service, used to identify misconfigurations and security vulnerabilities across public sector domain names. The service supports the protection of government digital services by continuously monitoring public sector domains and providing actionable data on risks and vulnerabilities. The contract was awarded following a competitive framework based procurement conducted under G Cloud 14.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b5683f07-5f8f-47a4-9f01-9647de21f494
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b48e0c0f-4d51-471b-85f0-8b62c6020122
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£828,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£828,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 20257 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DSIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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

REDSIFT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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