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Censys Enterprise Attack Surface 25/26 (con_31342)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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18 Apr 2026 at 00:22

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Censys Enterprise Attack Surface 25/26 (con_31342)" was managed by the Department for Education, focusing on the information-processing equipment industry category. This tender aimed at managing up to 2,500 assets and was completed recently, with the contract awarded on 27th March 2026. The procurement followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the contract period started on 18th April 2026 and will end on 17th April 2027. The delivery locations span across various regions of the United Kingdom including London, North West, and Yorkshire and the Humber, among others. The total value of the contract is £41,105.27 GBP.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in information technology services and equipment, particularly those able to manage attack surfaces effectively. Small and medium enterprises were deemed suitable for this procurement, offering them a growth opportunity in partnership with governmental bodies. Bytes Technology Group PLC, a large-scale enterprise, has been awarded the contract, indicating the competitive edge required for such contracts in terms of technological expertise and capacity. The Department for Education's management of this contract underlines the importance of robust cybersecurity measures within educational institutions, offering a niche yet lucrative space for growth-oriented IT firms.

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Notice Title

Censys Enterprise Attack Surface 25/26 (con_31342)

Notice Description

Censys Enterprise Attack Surface Management up to 2,500 Assets

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c9968b22-c294-47da-923e-2c0582e9b272
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/efe6aca8-4587-4e05-8339-7a96f3aabc06
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42965000 - Information-processing equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£41,105 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£41,105 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2027 6-12 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BYTES TECHNOLOGY GROUP

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