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Gov Assure - cyber assurance review

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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03 Mar 2026 at 14:47

Summary of the contracting process

The recent award for the "Gov Assure - cyber assurance review" contract was concluded by UK Research and Innovation, facilitated through UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS). Operating under the Cyber Security Services 3 RM3764.3 framework, this procurement process utilised a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £18,300 GBP, is focused on "System quality assurance assessment and review services" in the services category. The procurement process reached the award stage, with the notice published on 3rd March 2026. The contract period began on 24th February 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2026. The project is centred in Swindon, England, with delivery expected at SN2 1FL.

This tender provides significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with specialisation in cyber assurance, opening pathways to deliver critical services within the public sector. Companies looking to expand in the digital assurance domain can leverage such contracts within established government frameworks. Actica Consulting Limited, an SME based in Guildford, has successfully secured this contract, exemplifying the potential for similar organisations to gain traction in the industry. By engaging in these tenders, businesses can build their portfolio and reputation within government circles, ultimately fostering growth and increased competitive presence.

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Notice Title

Gov Assure - cyber assurance review

Notice Description

***This is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for the provision of GovAssure - cyber assurance review. This procurement has been concluded via a further competition under the CCS framework Cyber Security Services 3 RM3764.3.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c6737474-7f8b-4e56-ac90-6846c6d7ec53
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f716cc32-d3ff-47c1-9740-2f9bc2251524
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

72225000 - System quality assurance assessment and review services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,300 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£18,300 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2026 - 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
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACTICA CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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