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L4 Cyber security technologist

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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22 Dec 2025 at 16:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated by Hampshire County Council, seeking a supplier for a "L4 Cyber security technologist". The contract falls under the education and training services category, with a project location in Winchester, England, and a contractual postal code of SO23 8UJ. The procurement was conducted using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 3rd November 2025, and the contract is set to run from 4th November 2025 to 1st June 2027, with QA being awarded the contract valued at £18,000.

This tender offers growth opportunities within the cybersecurity sector, specifically aimed at education and training. It is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs capable of providing advanced cybersecurity training services. Companies participating in similar frameworks can leverage this type of contract to expand their client base and enhance their portfolio within the educational services industry. The successful bidder, QA, a large enterprise, highlights the potential for both large and suitably equipped SMEs to compete effectively in this arena.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

L4 Cyber security technologist

Notice Description

Cyber security technologist, 1 apprentice

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c808b535-ae78-4118-a1c1-7ab098c22ea6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef57c3a1-2f3c-4666-a191-8d06fdecae87
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£18,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
4 Nov 2025 - 1 Jun 2027 1-2 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
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8ZB
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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