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Award

21 Jul 2026 at 09:57

Summary of the contracting process

UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) has successfully completed the procurement process for a Penetration Testing Service, marking the completion stage of this process. The contract, under the title "Penetration Testing Requirement," falls within the IT services industry, specifically in consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from the CCS framework Cyber Security Services 3 RM3764.3 (Lot1), and the contract has been awarded to Salus Digital Security Limited as of 1st July 2026. The contract period commences on 10th July 2026 and concludes on 9th February 2028. The service is to be delivered in England, UK, aligning with UK SBS's base of operations at Polaris House, Swindon.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT services, particularly those with capabilities in penetration testing and cybersecurity. By engaging with frameworks such as the CCS Cyber Security Services, businesses can enhance their market visibility and expand their service offerings to public sector clients. Companies that can provide innovative, secure, and reliable IT solutions will find the competitive landscape advantageous to their growth. The alignment with frameworks also ensures broader market exposure and potential for future contract opportunities within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Penetration Testing Requirement

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) had a requirement for the provision of Penetration Testing Service. This Call Off contract has been sources via a further competition under the CCS framework Cyber Security Services 3 RM3764.3 (Lot1)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b758d9cb-4d77-4894-af5a-1fdd30a8b691
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/debc812a-d1ea-461e-a089-4b0a54a791d6
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2026 - 9 Feb 2028 1-2 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SALUS DIGITAL SECURITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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